
I believe that...
the days are long and the years are short...
(I honestly despise that saying because it's painfully accurate)

I’m the Pittsburgh photographer for parents who want real, natural photos of their baby without all the props, fuss, or stress. I focus on creating images that are unique to your family, rather than perfectly posed or styled to look like everyone else’s.
If you want images that capture what life truly felt like with your newborn in your arms and in your home, you're in the right place.

I’m also the Pittsburgh photographer who’d rather have your family stay home than pose in a field at sunset. It’s okay if your house is a little loud, a little messy, and very lived in.
You don’t need to perform, pose, coordinate outfits, or make everything Pinterest perfect. You just need to be yourselves.
"I was looking for a photographer who was very engaging because my family is not photogenic. She did a fantastic job! Her style is so natural that she really captures the meaning of "family" through her photos. I highly recommend her if you love authentic photographs and someone who works so well with family dynamics!" -Beth F."she really capturesIt took me EIGHT YEARS and THREE KIDS to book our first family photo session.
It’s not that I didn’t want to have a photo session, but life happened. I was a busy Mom, and I let some fears hold me back.
I didn’t love how I looked, my husband didn’t love the idea, and I was afraid my three young boys might be more than a photographer could handle!
Excuses. I made excuses for eight years, and I still regret it.
"Mary Beth worked with us for newborn pictures for both of our sons, just 21 months apart. She not only captures beautiful moments with our children and family but is an absolute pleasure to spend time with. Mary Beth also has a gift for calming babies! We love her photojournalism style." -Kristin H."an absolute pleasure I know you might also be thinking about putting your session off until "next year" because [insert 100 excuses here].
However, I speak from personal experience when I say "next year" turns into five years and before you know it, your oldest kid is taller than you.
I regret not doing it sooner. Let me save you some future regrets.
Mary Beth is wonderful! We hired her for newborn photos of our daughter. She was so patient, and kind and knew all the tricks to get the best shots! We will treasure all of these photos forever!" -Beth"She was so 

I’m the Pittsburgh photographer for parents who want real, natural photos of their baby without all the props, fuss, or stress. I focus on creating images that are unique to your family, rather than perfectly posed or styled to look like everyone else’s.
If you want images that capture what life truly felt like with your newborn in your arms and in your home, you're in the right place.
I’m also the Pittsburgh photographer who’d rather have your family stay home than pose in a field at sunset. It’s okay if your house is a little loud, a little messy, and very lived in.
You don’t need to perform, pose, coordinate outfits, or make everything Pinterest perfect. You just need to be yourselves.
I believe that...
the days are long and the years are short...
(I honestly despise that saying because it's painfully accurate)
It took me EIGHT YEARS and THREE KIDS to book our first family photo session.
It’s not that I didn’t want to have a photo session, but life happened. I was a busy Mom and I let some fears hold me back.
I didn’t love how I looked, my husband didn’t love the idea, and I was afraid my three young boys may be more than a photographer could handle!
Excuses. I made excuses for eight years and I still regret it.
I know you might also be putting off family photos until "next year" because [insert 100 excuses here].
However, I speak from personal experience when I say "next year" turns into five years and before you know it, your oldest kid is taller than you.
I regret not doing it sooner. Let me save you some future regrets.

As a Mom to older kids, I know how darn fleeting childhood is.
I want to capture memories for you while your kids are still too young to drive a car.
I promise that happens way faster than you'll ever be comfortable with.

"she really captures the meaning of family"
"I was looking for a photographer who was very engaging because my family is not photogenic. She did a fantastic job! Her style is so natural that she really captures the meaning of "family" through her photos. I highly recommend her if you love authentic photographs and someone who works so well with family dynamics!" -Beth F.

As a Mom to older kids, I know how darn fleeting childhood is.
I want to capture memories for you while your kids are still too young to drive a car.
I promise that happens way faster than you'll ever be comfortable with.


Believe me, I know the stress behind preparing for a photo session, so my goal is to keep the process as easy and as stress-free as possible for you.
My favorite photos with my family are when I'm engaged with my kids and not looking at the camera. These are the kinds of photos that I love to take for other families.
I'll also get some naturally posed "portraits" where everyone is looking at the camera and smiling (perfect for Facebook profiles and Grandma's wall), but the rest of our session will be totally laid back.
No begging, bribing, or threats.
No silly props, awkward posing, or fake cheesy smiles.
I just want you to snuggle your baby or play with your kids and leave the rest up to me.


Believe me, I know the stress behind preparing for a photo session, so my goal is to keep the process as easy and as stress-free as possible for you.
My favorite photos with my family are when I'm engaged with my kids and not looking at the camera. These are the kinds of photos that I love to take for other families.
I'll also get some naturally posed "portraits" where everyone is looking at the camera and smiling (perfect for Facebook profiles and Grandma's wall), but the rest of our session will be totally laid back.
No begging, bribing, or threats.
No silly props, awkward posing, or fake cheesy smiles.
I just want you to snuggle your baby or play with your kids and leave the rest up to me.


"an absolute pleasure to spend time with"
"Mary Beth worked with us for newborn pictures for both of our sons, just 21 months apart. She not only captures beautiful moments with our children and family but is an absolute pleasure to spend time with. Mary Beth also has a gift for calming babies! We love her photojournalism style." -Kristin H.
•My boys are 15, 17 & 19. Don't believe the rumors, teenagers are actually pretty awesome. But as a Mama to older kids, I know how cruel time can be and how they grow up WAY too fast!
•I'm married to my best friend and we've been together for 26 years! I have no idea how he puts up with me most of the time but we definitely laugh a lot together.
•I'm a Dog Mom to my rescue, Lucy, a short and wide golden retriever who loves to spend the day on the couch.

•I love to rewatch seasons of New Girl, The Office & Schitt's Creek (laughter is the BEST medicine)
•I have a hate-love-hate relationship with social media, but relatable memes and funny animal videos keep me laughing and sane
•My favorite place to be is in the woods, and I love the idea of camping, but sleeping in a tent makes me super grumpy.
•I went to Pitt & Penn State to be an elementary teacher



•My boys are 15, 17 & 19. Don't believe the rumors, teenagers are actually pretty awesome. But as a Mama to older kids, I know how cruel time can be and how they grow up WAY too fast!
•I'm married to my best friend and we've been together for 26 years! I have no idea how he puts up with me most of the time but we definitely laugh a lot together.
•I'm a Dog Mom to my rescue, Lucy, a short and wide golden retriever that loves to spend the day on the couch.
•I went to Pitt & Penn State to be an elementary school teacher.


•I love to rewatch seasons of New Girl, The Office & Schitt's Creek (laughter is the BEST medicine)
•I have a hate-love-hate relationship with social media, but relatable memes and funny animal videos keep me laughing and sane
•My favorite place to be is in the woods and I love the idea of camping but sleeping in a tent makes me super grumpy.

"Mary Beth is worth the money"
"I love Mary Beth! She is great with the kids and dogs and captures excellent pictures and I always love them. There has never been a bad photo session, even with 3 kids under 2! I can't wait to book a session for this coming year. Mary Beth is worth the money." -Danielle B.
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