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Beautiful Young Girl's Photo Session with Wexford Photographer

Mar 14 2026 | By: Always Remember Photography LLC

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A Grandmother’s Gift: Fine Art Portraits for a Visiting Granddaughter

Custom Teen Portraits in Mars & Cranberry Township, PA

Every year, she comes to visit her grandmother.

And every year, they create something beautiful together.

What began as a simple Fairy Portrait session at the age of three has quietly become a treasured tradition — a celebration of growing up, of connection, and of the special bond only a grandmother and granddaughter share.

This year was no different… and yet, it felt even more meaningful.

 

 

 

A young pre-teen girl in a flowing orange gown holding flowers, standing in a grassy field near Wexford, Pa

A Tradition Rooted in Love

When she arrives in Pennsylvania each year, one of the first things they plan is her Custom Fine Art Portrait Session. Not for social media. Not just for now.

But for forever.

Her grandmother thoughtfully purchased two breathtaking Ella Dynae Custom Gowns especially for these sessions. Soft, romantic, timeless pieces designed to make a young girl feel elegant and confident while still honoring her youth.

After seeing how magical the portraits turned out, her grandmother did something incredibly generous — she gifted both gowns to my studio wardrobe so that other young girls would have the opportunity to experience this same feeling.

That is the heart behind what I do.

Gowns that carry memories.
Portraits that tell a story.
Artwork that becomes part of a family’s legacy.

If you would love your daughter photographed in one of these two gowns, I share more about preparing and investing in meaningful artwork in my
👉 Parent’s Guide to Purchasing Fine Art Portraits

 

Styling Matters in Fine Art Portraiture

The cream boutique dress she wore for part of her session is from Joy Folie, one of my favorite places to recommend for portrait-worthy dresses for young girls and teenagers. When you find the right dress, suited for young teens, they photograph beautifully and have that timeless, heirloom quality that elevates a session from “pretty” to “art.”

Wardrobe plays such an important role in creating Fine Art portraits. It sets the tone, enhances the story, and helps young teens feel both graceful and confident in front of the camera.

If you are considering a session for your daughter or granddaughter, I share more about preparing and investing in meaningful artwork in my
👉 Parent’s Guide to Purchasing Fine Art Portraits

It walks you through the experience from session planning to selecting finished artwork for your home.

A young pre-teen girl in a vintage styled dress holding hat, walking through a field of tall grass with trees in the background.

Not Too Old for Magic

One of my favorite things about photographing young pre-teens and teenagers is watching them step into their confidence.

They are no longer little girls — but in some ways they are. It is such a fleeting, beautiful in-between stage.

Fine Art portraiture allows them to feel seen for who they are at this moment in life.

And for grandmothers, especially, these portraits become something more.

They become proof of time well spent.
Proof of love that stretches across miles.
Proof that traditions matter.

 

Young teenage girl in a cream dress holding a basket of wheat in a grassy field with a photographer for Wexford, Pa

Custom Teen Portraits Near Mars & Cranberry Township, PA

My studio, Always Remember Photography, is located on 40 peaceful woodland acres just outside of Mars and Cranberry Township, serving families throughout  Wexford and the greater Pittsburgh area.

These custom sessions are fully styled and designed around your child’s personality. Many families travel in to visit grandparents — and like this sweet tradition, we schedule their annual portrait session during that special time together.

If you would like to see more of my Fine Art teen portrait work, you can explore my
👉 Children & Teen Fine Art Portfolio

And when you are ready to begin planning your own custom session, I would love to connect with you here:
👉 Contact Always Remember Photography

Because one day, these visits will simply be memories.

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