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Carmen May Photography We're Carmen and Chad! A husband and wife photo and video team located in southwestern Pennsylvania.
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Our work is often described as natural, dreamy, and timeless! We offer engagement photos, wedding and elopement photography and videography, baby/newborn photo sessions, and also family photo sessions. We're the photographers for you if you're looking for a down-to-earth team who will guide you every step of the way. We put a lot of care and time into each client we work with, and our elevated images will turn your memories into stunning heirlooms to remember forever through digital images, prints, custom frames, and albums! Subscribe to our newsletter to keep up with the latest:
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One of my favorite things I offer families is The Baby Plan. 🤍I’ve been documenting babies through their first year for ...
10/12/2026

One of my favorite things I offer families is The Baby Plan. 🤍

I’ve been documenting babies through their first year for years, and it never gets old seeing just how much changes in twelve short months.

The Baby Plan includes three or four sessions throughout that first year, typically maternity, newborn, six months, and first birthday. But what makes it so special to me is getting to tell the whole story rather than photographing just one little piece of it.

I especially love when one of our wedding couples comes back as they begin this next chapter. Getting to photograph them as they become parents, meet their baby, and then watch that tiny newborn grow into a smiling, curious one-year-old feels incredibly full circle. 🥹

Sessions can take place outdoors in some of our area’s beautiful natural settings, in my all-white studio, or a combination of both throughout the year. Having the studio gives us a cozy, comfortable option during the colder months, and mamas also have access to my client wardrobe of dresses for maternity and motherhood sessions.

And at the end of that first year, you have so much more than a collection of beautiful photographs.

You have a little time capsule of your family during a season that passed far too quickly.

Many of my Baby Plan families choose to bring everything together in an heirloom album, telling their baby’s story from maternity through their first birthday. Custom framing is also another lovely option for the images you want to enjoy on the walls of your home every day. 🫶

Because these photographs don’t become less important as the years go by. They become more treasured.

Recently beginning another Baby Plan reminded me just how much I love documenting this season for families, and how special it is to be trusted with so many meaningful milestones along the way. 🤍

If you’re expecting and would love to have your baby’s first year intentionally and beautifully documented, I’d love to tell you more about The Baby Plan.

Happy 1st Wedding Anniversary, Anna & Travis! 🤍🥂One year ago, these two celebrated the beginning of forever at Avenue in...
10/11/2026

Happy 1st Wedding Anniversary, Anna & Travis! 🤍🥂

One year ago, these two celebrated the beginning of forever at Avenue in Sarver, surrounded by the people they love most!

From their emotional first touch before the ceremony to portraits beneath the beautiful twin trees and a sparkler-filled send-off, their wedding day was filled with moments worth remembering. ✨

Anna and Travis are such a kind, genuine couple, and we hope this first year of marriage has been just as wonderful as the day they said “I do.”

Cheers to one year down and a lifetime of memories still to come! Happy Anniversary, you two! 🥰

Avenue in Sarver
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Leechburg Floral Co.
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Pastries A-La-Carte

Happy 1st Anniversary, Jen & Shawn! 🤍🍂One year ago, we celebrated these two in the beautiful mountains of Ohiopyle, Penn...
10/11/2026

Happy 1st Anniversary, Jen & Shawn! 🤍🍂

One year ago, we celebrated these two in the beautiful mountains of Ohiopyle, Pennsylvania, and what a gorgeous fall wedding day it was!

Their day began at neighboring cabins, getting ready with their children before sharing a sweet first look just outside. From there, it was up to the mountaintop for a ceremony with some of the most breathtaking views!

The fall colors were showing off, the florals were absolutely beautiful, and the sound of live guitar music made the ceremony even more special. 🍁 One of our favorite moments was watching Jen and Shawn create a painting together with their children, such a thoughtful way to include them in the celebration.

Afterward, everyone gathered back at the cabins for good food, laughter, and a laid-back celebration around the campfire.

We loved how their wedding embraced the beauty of the outdoors while keeping the focus on what mattered most: celebrating their marriage with the people they love.

Wishing Jen and Shawn a wonderful first anniversary and many more beautiful years together! 🤍

Venue: Ohiopyle Vacation Rentals
Photo: Carmen May Photography
Hair & Makeup: La Pomponnee Beauty Artisans
Florist: A Pretty Flower
Stationary: Truly Inspired Paper Co
Bride's dress: Maria V's Bridal Boutique
Suit: Men’s Wearhouse
Rings: James Allen Rings
Caterer: Stone House Restaurant and Inn
Wedding Cake: Fluff’s Stuff Cake
Rentals: Windswept Entertainment & Event Rentals
Officiant: A Soulful Commitment
Music: String Poets

CHRISTMAS MINI SESSIONS 🎄✨Christmas photos are officially on the calendar, and I’m so excited to bring this year’s setup...
10/07/2026

CHRISTMAS MINI SESSIONS 🎄✨
Christmas photos are officially on the calendar, and I’m so excited to bring this year’s setup to life!

This year’s Christmas Minis will take place inside Hardin Hollow (Brick House at Quarter Pine Tree Farm) in Smithfield, PA, featuring real Christmas trees, a beautiful stone fireplace, and a cozy, elevated holiday setting. And because we’ll be indoors, there’s no worrying about chilly November weather. 🤍

These quick 10-minute sessions are perfect for Christmas cards, updated family photos, or simply capturing this season with the people you love.

We’re almost sold out!
Only TWO sessions remain:
🎄 11:45 AM
🎄 12:00 PM
Packages begin at $275 + tax. Reserve your session with a $125 + tax retainer.

Sunday, November 1st
📍 Smithfield, PA
✨ Booking link in bio
I can’t wait to photograph your family this Christmas. 🤍

✨ Setup imagery shown is inspiration for this year’s Christmas Minis. Final décor will vary while keeping the same cozy, elevated holiday feel with real Christmas trees.

Happy FIRST Birthday, Phillip! 🤍🎂I loved the simplicity of celebrating this big little milestone and keeping the focus o...
10/02/2026

Happy FIRST Birthday, Phillip! 🤍🎂

I loved the simplicity of celebrating this big little milestone and keeping the focus on Phillip and his family. We captured a mix of family photos, portraits of the birthday boy, and of course, his very first taste of sugar with a cake smash! 🥹

It’s hard to believe how much he’s grown since I first met him as a tiny newborn. And with a baby sister on the way, we also snuck in a few baby bump portraits to document this season before their family grows again. 🤍

Getting to photograph families through these different milestones is truly one of my favorite parts of what I do.

Happy birthday, sweet boy! I hope ONE is the best year yet. 🤍

If Christmas photos are on your list this year, now is a great time to reserve your spot. Booking now gives you the best...
10/02/2026

If Christmas photos are on your list this year, now is a great time to reserve your spot. Booking now gives you the best choice of the 3 remaining time slots and plenty of time to start planning what everyone will wear. ✨

Join me inside Hardin Hollow at Quarter Pine Tree Farm in Smithfield, PA on Sunday, November 1st for a cozy Christmas Mini Session featuring real Christmas trees, a beautiful stone fireplace, and a classic, elevated holiday feel. And since we’ll be indoors, there’s no worrying about cold November weather!

These are my only mini sessions of 2026 and are being offered for one day only.

Only 3 of 6 spots remain! Click the link to see all the details, choose your collection, and reserve your time with a $125 + tax retainer: https://book.usesession.com/s/xCrC9cJlwD

🎄 CHRISTMAS MINIS ARE NOW BOOKING! 🎄Sunday, Nov 1st only in Smithfield, PAI wasn’t originally planning on offering Chris...
10/01/2026

🎄 CHRISTMAS MINIS ARE NOW BOOKING! 🎄
Sunday, Nov 1st only in Smithfield, PA

I wasn’t originally planning on offering Christmas Minis this year, but the perfect opportunity came along and I couldn’t pass it up! 🤍

Join me Sunday, November 1st inside the beautiful Hardin Hollow house at Quarter Pine Tree Farm in Smithfield, PA for a cozy, elevated Christmas setting featuring real Christmas trees, a beautiful stone fireplace, and timeless holiday details. Think classic Christmas with a Pottery Barn-inspired feel. ✨

And the best part? We’ll be indoors! No worrying about cold temperatures, wind, or unpredictable November weather. 🙌🏻

🎄 Packages starting at $275

✨ Booking is officially open! Click the link to see all the details and reserve your time:
👉 https://book.usesession.com/s/xCrC9cJlwD

I can’t wait to bring this setup to life and photograph your families this Christmas season! 🤍🎄

Planning your 2027 wedding and feeling like you don’t have every detail figured out yet? You’re definitely not alone. 🤍Y...
09/14/2026

Planning your 2027 wedding and feeling like you don’t have every detail figured out yet? You’re definitely not alone. 🤍

You don’t need to know exactly how your wedding day should flow, how much time you’ll need for photos and video, or how to feel completely natural in front of the camera. That’s where our experience comes in.

From helping create a thoughtful timeline to giving you guidance when you need it, our goal is to make the entire experience feel comfortable and easy so you can be fully present and enjoy your wedding day.

Reading this review from one of our grooms meant so much to us because it reflects exactly what we hope our couples experience when they choose us: feeling supported throughout the process, comfortable in front of our cameras, and completely in love with the photographs and videos they get to keep afterward.

If you’re planning a 2027 wedding and looking for an experienced photography and videography team you can trust to guide you along the way while documenting your day naturally and timelessly, we’d love to hear what you’re planning. 🤍

Thank you for your kind review, Brian!!!

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How has it already been ONE YEAR since Jennifer & John’s beautiful wedding day?! It’s always so hard to believe how quic...
09/07/2026

How has it already been ONE YEAR since Jennifer & John’s beautiful wedding day?!

It’s always so hard to believe how quickly a year goes by after documenting such an incredible couple. Jennifer & John were married at The Woods at Eisler Farms in Butler, PA, surrounded by the woods that hold such a special meaning in their relationship.

Their ceremony by the water was absolutely beautiful, but what we remember most about their day is simply them. These two are some of the kindest, sweetest, most genuine people, and the love they have for each other is so easy to see.

Jennifer & John, happy first anniversary! 🤍 We hope this first year of marriage has been everything you dreamed it would be, and we feel so lucky that we got to document the beginning of this chapter with you.

Here’s to many, many more years together! 🥂

The Woods at Eisler Farms
Allison @ JL Makeup Studio
J. Casaldi Artistry PGH Bridal Hair & Makeup
Eisler Flower Farm
Sorelle Bridal Salon
BIRDY GREY 🐥
Medure’s Catering
Bethel Bakery
Andrew Smith Pittsburgh DJ

09/05/2026

It’s hard to believe it’s already been over a month since Kelly and Jon’s unforgettable wedding day at PNC Park. 🤍⚾️

Their guests arrived thinking they were there to celebrate an engagement party. The day began with taking in the stadium, exploring the memorabilia in Legacy Hall, and greeting each of the people who came to celebrate with them.

Then came the surprise.

Guests were led out to the field for what they thought was a group photo, only to see the two of them walk onto the field ready to get married! Right there at home plate, with the Pittsburgh skyline behind them, they completely surprised their closest family and friends with a wedding ceremony. The reactions were priceless!

And we can’t think of a more fitting place for them to say “I do.” Right at home plate, they celebrated finding home in each other. 🤍

From there, the evening turned into one big celebration filled with dancing, laughter, amazing food, and so many moments with the people they love most.

It truly was one of the most unique wedding days we’ve had the opportunity to photograph and film, and we’re so excited to finally share a little piece of it through their highlight film. 🎥✨

Press play to watch the surprise unfold.

Venue: PNC Park PNC Park Events
Wooden flower bouquets: Stickle Stems
DJ: DJ Thomas P. Walter
Photo & Video: Carmen May Photography

Address

Farmington, PA
15437

Opening Hours

Monday 9am - 5pm
Tuesday 9am - 5pm
Wednesday 9am - 5pm
Thursday 9am - 5pm
Friday 9am - 5pm
Saturday 9am - 5pm

Telephone

+17243298621

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