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In this digital age, when our lives are so easily documented with the swipe of a smartphone, it’s easy to forget how important printing family photos can be.  When was the last time you actually printed your family photos? Are they out there on display, or are they buried in the depths of your computer […]

The Top 6 Reasons for Printing Your Family Photos

photo album by Tracy Miller, Pittsburgh Family and Newborn Photographer

Unless you’ve been living off the grid for the last several months, you’ve undoubtedly heard the buzz surrounding AI image generation and how it will affect many industries. With the advancement of technology and the increasing popularity of AI, many people are wondering “will AI replace professional family photographers?” While AI has made significant strides […]

Will AI Replace Professional Family Photographers?

newborn photography session in Pittsburgh PA featuring parents sitting on a bed holding their baby

How do you know what to look for when you want to hire a Pittsburgh family photographer? With so many photographers In today’s digital age, finding the right one for you can seem like an overwhelming task. Whether it’s capturing special moments at a wedding, preserving memories of a newborn, or showcasing products for a […]

What to Look for When Hiring a Pittsburgh Family Photographer (and what to avoid)

new mother holding newborn baby girl in Pittsburgh PA

It’s one of the most asked questions I get from new parents: Is newborn photography safe? To protect themselves and the newborns they photograph, a professional photographer who specializes in newborns should have training and certification in how to safely pose and photograph newborns. These posed studio photos are wonderful to have, but you should […]

Is Newborn Photography Safe?

newborn baby posed for portrait in greensburg PA

Finding just any photographer in the Pittsburgh area is easy. But finding a qualified and experienced newborn photographer to capture those early days of your precious baby may take more effort. In this media-loving world with easier access than ever to high-quality photos and those who love taking them, there is no shortage of options […]

How to Find a Qualified and Experienced Newborn Photographer in Pittsburgh

newborn baby girl during a studio photo session in Pittsburgh by Tracy Miller Photography

As a photographer specializing in newborn photography in the Greensburg, PA area, I love doing lifestyle portrait sessions in my clients’ homes and posed newborn photography in-studio, each for different reasons. There are pros and cons with both options, and in this blog post I’m going to share with you the benefits of choosing to […]

Why Choose Posed Newborn Photography over Lifestyle?

posed newborn portrait done in studio in Greensburg PA

Getting a baby to sleep is often one of the most challenging things about having a newborn. It’s definitely tough in the early days when you’re exhausted, but don’t worry, this phase won’t last. As a newborn photographer in the Greensburg, PA area (and a mom to three!), I have spent many hours getting babies […]

Parenting Hacks: 9 Tips for Getting Your Baby to Sleep (So You Can Sleep)

parents of newborn twins rocking baby to sleep

High quality, professional newborn portraits are an absolute must-have, but the urge to take newborn photos at home every day almost seems like part of the maternal instinct package. We can’t help ourselves – we have to snap photos of our sleeping babes from just about every angle or attempt a rapid fire photoshoot to […]

7 Tips for Taking Newborn Photos at Home

Toddler holding her baby sister for newborn photos at home

There are many advantages to at-home family photography sessions in the Greensburg area when the weather and other factors won’t allow for outdoor locations. Don’t let the cold Pennsylvania weather keep you from capturing this time with your family! When done at home, your family is relaxed and at ease, which can result in effortless […]

The Advantages of At-Home Family Photography in Greensburg PA

In-home family photography of parents holding toddlers and newborn in Greensburg PA

Few things are more precious to a parent than witnessing their newborn baby’s first year of development. Professional photography sessions are one way to capture these priceless moments. But, with so much going on in a baby’s first year, knowing when to schedule these photoshoots can be difficult. In this article, I’ll examine the developmental […]

Planning the Perfect Timing for Your Baby’s First Year Photo Sessions

newborn baby asleep on a bed in Greensburg PA

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Tracy Miller is a studio and lifestyle photographer specializing in maternity, newborn, kids, and family photography in and around the greater Pittsburgh area.