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PROVIDING an experience that goes beyond the ordinary

As I reflect on entering my 9th year in business, I can’t help but feel nostalgic and grateful. It’s hard to believe that a dream I had over 10 years ago has become a reality, and I’ve been blessed to photograph countless amazing families, babies, and children in Pittsburgh and beyond. As I embark on […]

Families, Maternity, Newborn

February 4, 2020

feeling nostalgic

Maternity Photography pittsburgh

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

Hey, if you’ve stumbled upon this older blog post… it probably means you’re searching for Mount Lebanon senior photography or a senior photographer somewhere in Pittsburgh. When I originally wrote this blog post in 2020 (shown below), I was just starting to photograph seniors here and there. But now (for the Class of 2025) I photographed […]

Senior Portraits

September 12, 2019

Mt. Lebanon Senior Photography

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

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