read stories that stand the test of time. 

PROVIDING an experience that goes beyond the ordinary

I first crossed paths with Cara around 1996 or 1997, shortly after I graduated from high school. We both worked at a local restaurant while attending college, and from the moment we met, we hit it off. Despite the passage of time, we’ve managed to stay in touch over the years, whether it’s bumping into […]

Families

September 24, 2019

the story of them

upper saint clair family Photographer

2020 marks a pivotal year for my senior photography business as I embark on a journey to elevate the experience for graduating seniors. While family photography has always been close to my heart, there’s a unique joy in capturing the essence and beauty of senior girls as they step into a new chapter of their […]

Senior Portraits

September 12, 2019

Mt. Lebanon Senior Photographer

photographer senior portraits Pittsburgh Mt. Lebanon

With the “most wonderful time of the year” just around the corner, I’ll keep this brief and let the images speak for themselves. A friendly reminder: it’s time to schedule your Fall Family Photos! As the days grow shorter and cooler, outdoor shoots become less viable after October 31st, with the weather turning cold and […]

Families

August 29, 2019

Its the Most Wonderful time of the Year

Announcing 2019 Virginia Beach Sessions Well this is a long over due post taken last summer on my yearly trip to Virginia Beach, Virginia but I thought it was appropriate to share  it now as I am announcing travel dates. If you follow me closely, you’ll probably recognize this family. Truly amazing that they traveled […]

Newborn

May 28, 2019

Virginia Beach Family Photos

Family Photos Virginia Beach

Curious about a Boudoir-ish Maternity Session? Wondering what boudoir photography is all about? Let me enlighten you! Boudoir photography is a unique style that showcases intimate images of its subjects, typically taken in settings like a photographic studio, bedroom, or private studio. In recent years, there’s been a rising trend of women seeking intimate maternity […]

Maternity

March 13, 2019

Boudoir-ish Maternity Session

Maternity Boudoir session

First….HAPPY 2019…my first blog post this year. It is so crazy that it is already 2019 and I started this little dream of mine in 2011…8 years?!?!?! I’d like to do something BIG for my 10 year anniversary top celebrate so if you have ANY ideas…let me know! I am not going to say this […]

Newborn

January 17, 2019

First Newborn Session blogged in 2019

Documentary Newborn Photography Pittsburgh
blu hippo photography is a lifestyle, maternity, newborn, family, and senior photographer in the Pittsburgh area.

blu hippo photography is a family, senior and lifestyle in the Pittsburgh area.