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5 Reasons to Book a Winter In-Home Family Photo Session | Regent Square Family Photographer

Winter in Pittsburgh may not seem like the ideal time for family photos but in-home family photo sessions offer something truly special and authentic. It’s an opportunity to capture your unique family in your very own comfortable and familiar environment. Sessions at home show your family’s true personality and result in images that feel genuine and personal.

A family of five, including two children and a toddler, sits around a wooden dining table with yellow chairs. One adult stands, and another reads a book to the children. A small vase with pink flowers is on the table.


Winter is often a time when families slow down and spend more time together. It’s the perfect season to capture this closeness and celebrate your family as it is right now. An in-home session is also a wonderful way to reflect on the life you’ve built together. These photos can become cherished keepsakes or even thoughtful holiday gifts for extended family.

In this post, I’ll share some images of a family that invited me into their beautiful home in the Regent Square neighborhood of Pittsburgh, for the 2nd time! The last time I was there, their 3rd child was just a baby! It means the world to me when a family chooses me to be their photographer again!

A family of five enjoys breakfast at a table with drinks and a book. Two kids sit in yellow chairs, while an adult speaks on the phone in the background. Bright flowers are on the table.


Here are my top five reasons to consider a winter in-home family photo session.

  • #1 Comfort of Home

One of the biggest perks of an in-home photo session is that you don’t need to step outside into the cold! Your family can stay warm and relaxed in the space where you’re already comfortable. Kids, in particular, tend to behave more naturally at home, free from the distractions and unfamiliar settings of an outdoor location. This goes for kids of all ages, from babies to tweens and teens, and the parents too! You will all feel more relaxed at home!

Child sitting at a table drinking from a bottle while an adult stands nearby. A book and vase of flowers are on the table.

  • #2 Flexibility and Convenience

There’s no need to worry about the weather or finding the perfect location. Your home provides a consistent, stress-free environment. And there is no need to worry about the lighting outside! We do not have to schedule your session at sunset (a time that is not best for most little ones) but we can schedule during a time of day that is best for you and your kids! I am happy to work around nap and meal schedules!

A family gathered around a wooden dining table. Two adults and three children are engaged with a book. The room has several windows and natural light.
  • #3 Treasure the Ordinary Magic

What are your favorite family indoor activities when it’s much too cold to go outside? What do your kids love to do on an ordinary winter day at home?

Sometimes the most meaningful photos are of the little things like making breakfast together, reading favorite books, or playing board games. These moments are what makes your family’s story unique.

The best part about my family photo sessions is that you don’t have to do anything out of the ordinary. I want you to just go about your day, doing the things your family usually does together! The only difference is, that I’ll be there to capture those unique and meaningful moments as they naturally unfold.

A woman lifts a smiling child near a staircase, while a man sits on the stairs, observing. The setting is a cozy living room with framed art on the walls.

  • #4 Showcase Your Family’s Unique Personality

Your home is full of details that tell your family’s story. Whether it’s a cozy reading nook, the kitchen where you bake cookies together, or a living room adorned with your favorite artwork (especially your kid’s artwork!), these spaces add a personal touch to your photos. Not to mention personal items like your favorite pottery mug, the pile of books on the end table, your kid’s favorite stuffy and the couch your family snuggles on each day. Your home is a reflection of your family’s daily life, making it the perfect backdrop for photos that feel authentic.

Woman hugging and kissing a child, who is wearing a teal shirt, in a living room with a brown sofa and wall art.

  • #5 Genuine and Candid Memories to Cherish

An in-home family photo session allows your photographer to focus on capturing moments that unfold naturally. Instead of stiff poses, you can end up with photos of your family snuggling on the couch or simply laughing together. These candid moments often result in photos that you’ll treasure for years because they’re filled with genuine emotion and connection.

A woman kneeling on the floor holds a laughing child in a living room with a brown sofa and wall art.
A woman kneels on the floor, hugging and smiling at a young boy. The room has sofas, a cabinet, and framed pictures on the wall.
A woman in an orange shirt laughs with a young boy in a green shirt and blue shorts as they sit on the floor in a living room with a brown sofa and wall decorations.
A woman and a young child share a joyful hug in a living room with brown sofas and wall decor.
Two children look out a window while a man works at a desk in a cozy home with wooden floors and stairs.
A man and a young child sit together on a bench in a room. The child smiles while the man looks at him. There are framed photos and a fan on a table in the background.
A man in a blue shirt plays with a smiling child in a mint green outfit. They are sitting on a wooden bench in a living room with a TV and large windows.
A woman is breastfeeding a child while sitting on a couch next to a man. They are in a cozy room with bookshelves and plants.
A family of three sits together on a brown couch in a living room. The child lies across the laps of the adults, and they are all smiling. The room has plants and large windows in the background.
Woman and child laughing together on a brown couch with a red blanket.
A child in a green shirt lies on a couch next to an adult holding a tablet. The child looks up smiling, while the adult leans comfortably on the couch.
A young child with a stylishly spiked haircut is smiling and leaning on a brown couch. They are wearing a teal shirt with white stripes.
A boy in a green shirt plays a piano and then is seen lying on a couch with a pillow covering his face.
A person with blue hair reads on a couch in a living room. Another person plays a guitar nearby. The room has plants, bookshelves, and a rug.
A person with a guitar sits on a sofa looking out a window, while another person with blue hair reclines reading. Plants and bookshelves decorate the cozy room.
A family of four stands together in a kitchen, smiling and posing casually. The kitchen features wooden cabinets and a countertop with various appliances.


A winter in-home family photo session offers so much more than convenience; it’s an opportunity to preserve meaningful moments in a setting that truly represents your family. If you’ve been considering a family photo session, there’s no better time to embrace the warmth and uniqueness of your home.

Reach out to schedule your session today, and let’s create something unforgettable together.


If you’re looking for a family photographer in Pittsburgh,  please get in touch to inquire about a session! I’d love to plan a photo a unique photo session for your family!


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All images by Mary Beth Miller Photography 

Mary Beth Miller Photography specializes in family and newborn photography in Pittsburgh Pennsylvania and many of the surrounding areas. Mary Beth has over thirteen years of experience photographing families, newborns and babies in Pittsburgh including Valencia, Mars, Wexford, Seven Fields, Warrendale, Bradford Woods and Adams Township  Her style is very relaxed and natural and your family session will feel like a stress-free Sunday afternoon with your family! 

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  • Kathryne

    These are so fun and special!ReplyCancel

  • Rya Duncklee

    So true with booking winter sessions! I feel like these are the quiet and cozy times indoors with your family you’ll want to look back on years from now. Great images, as always!ReplyCancel

  • KAMI

    I love how genuine and real these are!  Just gorgeous!ReplyCancel

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