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PROVIDING an experience that goes beyond the ordinary

Hello there! I’ve been itching to share something that’s been on my mind for quite some time now. Since 2011, when I embarked on my photography journey here in Pittsburgh, I’ve had the incredible privilege of capturing the moments of hundreds of families. Each family handpicked me because they felt that my art resonated with […]

Families, Maternity, Newborn

September 29, 2021

Close to my Heart

Pittsburgh newborn and Maternity photos

As I recently went to share an outdoor family session blog post for a potential client, I realized it’s been too long since I’ve highlighted the beauty of an outdoor on-location session. While I’ve been eager for Pittsburgh to embrace the idea of shooting at people’s homes, I’ve inadvertently neglected to showcase the magic of […]

Families

February 24, 2021

An Outdoor Family Session

Covid outdoor photography family session

It’s hard to believe that this shoot is about 2 years old – time really does fly! I have zero excuses as to why I haven’t posted it sooner, but I did sit down many times to start, only to get sidetracked. Nevertheless, here we are finally sharing these beautiful images. This family has been […]

Families, Maternity, Newborn

July 29, 2020

A maternity shoot with all the elements

maternity photos water

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

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

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.