Acevedo Fall Family Session at Hartwood Acres {pittsburgh family photographer}

Fall Family Photo Session- Hartwood Acres Mansion- Pittsburgh, PA

I recently had the opportunity to swap family sessions with the talented Catherine Acevedo of Acevedo Weddings. It was a fun and eye opening experience that really gave me a taste of what my clients go through during the photo session process. If you want to read more about that, check out my post HERE.

Besides their beautifully coordinating fall-inspired outfits the first thing I noticed about Catherine and her sweet family were their warm loving energy. They had such a genuine connection and love between them that think I was able to capture in the photos below. The way they interacted with their bubbly charismatic daughter had me smiling through out the whole session!

If you missed my fall family sessions make sure to check out my holiday mini sessions coming up on November 18th! Check them out HERE!

Jessi Adams Photography specializes in newborn, baby, child, lifestyle/posed family photography in Pittsburgh PA and surrounding areas, including, North Hills, Hampton township, Cranberry Township, Mars, Gibsonia, Allison Park, Sewickley, Wexford, Warrendale, Shadyside, Moon Township, Canonsburg, Bethel Park, South Park, Fox Chapel, Aspinwall, Squirrel Hill, Monroeville, Brighton Heights, and beyond.

Capturing Authentic Moments with Toddlers! {pittsburgh family photography}

Pittsburgh Fall Mini Sessions- Pittsburgh, PA

Let's be real, working with 2-year-olds during a family photoshoot can be a lively adventure! Instead of making them sit still I try to embrace their boundless energy! Here are a few of my tricks for working with toddlers.

Let them PLAY: Toddlers thrive on exploration. Encourage them to run around, chase bubbles, or play with their favorite toys. Their candid joy makes for heartwarming shots!

RUN & JUMP: Don't fight the wiggles; embrace them! Capture their giggles mid-air or as they take off on an adventure. Action shots bring out their lively personalities.

Get Creative with Surroundings: Use your environment to create games. Let them explore a field, jump off a bench, or play hide and seek behind a tree.

Make them your little helper: Engage them by giving them a "job." They can hold a reflector, play with a colorful prop, or even "help" adjust the camera settings. Their involvement makes them feel like stars!

What I love about 2 and 3-year-olds is when they smile, it's GENUINE! Their laughter and grins are pure and infectious. Catch those unscripted, heartwarming moments that truly reflect their beautiful little souls.

Embrace the chaos, cherish the spontaneity, and you'll capture the essence of your little ones in the most precious way!

Check out some of my favorite shots of Finn and his sweet family of four!

If you or someone you know is interested in squeezing in some last minute fall family portraits don’t hesitate to reach out! I have a few spots available on weekday evenings available for October.

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Jessi Adams Photography specializes in newborn, baby, child, lifestyle/posed family photography in Pittsburgh PA and surrounding areas, including, North Hills, Hampton township, Cranberry Township, Mars, Gibsonia, Allison Park, Sewickley, Wexford, Warrendale, Shadyside, Moon Township, Canonsburg, Bethel Park, South Park, Fox Chapel, Aspinwall, Squirrel Hill, Monroeville, Brighton Heights, and beyond.

North Park Family Photo Session {pittsburgh family photographer}

Summers Family Photo Session- North Park- Pittsburgh, PA

Overcast days can make for beautiful portraits! This family was so sweet and made my job easy! Here are a few of my favorite shots from the Summers family photo session at North Park.

Jessi Ruscher Photography specializes in newborn, baby, child,  lifestyle,  senior, engagement, and family photography in Pittsburgh PA and surrounding areas, including, North Hills, Hampton township, Cranberry Township, Mars, Gibsonia, Allison Park, Sewickley, Wexford, Warrendale, Shadyside, Moon Township, Canonsburg, Bethel Park, South Park, Fox Chapel, Aspinwall, Squirrel Hill, Monroeville, Brighton Heights, and beyond.

Huber Family Extended Family Photo Session {north pittsburgh family photographer}

Huber Family Extended Family Photo Shoot- North Park- Pittsburgh, PA

Here are a few of my favorite shots of the Huber Family’s photo session in North Park.

Learn more about my extended family sessions HERE!

Jessi Ruscher Photography specializes in newborn, baby, child, and family photography in Pittsburgh PA and surrounding areas, including, North Hills, Hampton township, Cranberry Township, Mars, Gibsonia, Allison Park, Sewickley, Wexford, Warrendale, Shadyside, Moon Township, Canonsburg, Bethel Park, South Park, Fox Chapel, Aspinwall, Squirrel Hill, Monroeville, Brighton Heights, and beyond.