I take all the pictures 📷

I was a professional photographer long before I was a mom, so it made sense that I would be the one to take on the role of documenting our family life. And I do it with the fervor of a woman who feels her kids slipping away from her, because as my oldest steps right into his preteen years, I can’t help but hold my youngest *that* much tighter.

Damn, it’s too short.

In photographing your family, I do not just provide beautiful smiling portraits… including an extended candid photo period is intentional! As your kids adjust to having me around and your interactions become more natural, that is where I find the pictures that hold your memories.

I am very much looking forward to photographing your story.

Features | Awards

FPJA Top International Family Photographer. Individual images awarded by FPJA and Documentary Family Awards.

2 Images selected for inclusion in Transforming Perspectives, an exhibition celebrating documentary family photography, 2021. Invited to participate in artist panel discussion as part of opening reception.

Exhibited as part of Worth Manifesto's documentary trip to the Brownsville-Matamoros border:

Exhibited at Three Rivers Arts Festival, Mellon Park's A Fair in the Park, Butler Art Center, and Downtown Living Exposed by Pittsburgh Downtown Partnership.

Featured on Petapixel, Pittsburgh Parent, Valley News Dispatch, Pittsburgh Mom Collective, PPA.

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Pamela Anticole, Photographer

5.0

Based on 38 reviews

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Courtney Englert

17:24 25 Nov 23

We recently had the pleasure of working with Pamela for our extended family photoshoot, and it was an absolutely wonderful experience! Pamela demonstrated exceptional patience and creativity, especially when working with our young children - a two-year-old, a baby, and a six-year-old. Her ability to capture their attention and smiles was truly impressive.Her warm personality and skilled approach made the entire experience enjoyable for the whole family. We couldn't have asked for a better photographer to capture these special moments.We highly recommend Pamela to anyone looking for a talented, professional, and patient photographer who can truly capture the essence of your family. Thank you, Pamela, for giving us these timeless keepsakes!

bmiller133

01:34 26 Sep 23

Pamela was fantastic! We did a mini session, which was perfect for family photos with two small kids. The backdrops are beautiful, there's a great mix of photos and she really captured our family just as we are. We love so many of the images she captures. I definitely recommend working with Pamela!

Elizabeth Kairys

14:39 24 Sep 23

I admit I was bit hesitant when my daughters first approached me with the idea of inviting a photographer to the house, because I had, in the past, had photos taken of my family. Those previous photos, though, bore scant resemblance to the stunning ones Pam took during a 2 hour session. With her candid shots, she truly "captured" my daughters and granddaughters. Pam's photos of them interacting-an older cousin reading to younger ones, a daughter partnering with a niece in a game of Uno, cousins running with bubble guns and then slowing to marvel at the discovery of a caterpillar on milkweed-all highlighted their joy at being together and their delight at the small miracles of the everyday. Thank you, Pam, your photos are the most amazing gift.

Kathy Ochs

17:17 29 Aug 23

Pamela Anticole did an excellent in capturing my daughter's wedding day! The photos far exceeded our expectations and were super creative and unique. She worked harder than any photographer I have ever seen, getting the best angle for every shot. We are thrilled with the photos Pamela took and highly recommend her to take your treasured family and wedding photos. She is very professional and easy to work with and we could not be happier. We are very grateful clients!

Amy Julia Harris

14:15 06 Jun 23

Pamela was absolutely incredible!!! She is immensely talented and such a kind and relaxed presence. She does not get in the way at all and lets the day unfold organically, but manages to capture every single moment perfectly. She also put us so at ease. Love all the photos -- cannot recommend her enough!

Lindsay K

14:41 12 Mar 23

Pamela was absolutely wonderful! She is personable, professional, and has an eye for capturing sweet moments! She was a perfect fit for our newborn session! We will definitely be using her for future needs!

Britt-Brian Butler

12:55 02 Jan 23

Pamela has taken pictures for our engagement, wedding, and the birth of our daughter. She is so easy to work with, not only as far as scheduling, but during sessions. From day one, she’s felt like part of the family and makes it way to relax and get candid pictures. Her attention to detail and photo journalist eye captures moments we didn’t even know we’d want to cherish for years to come. I’d recommend Pamela to anyone looking to capture any of life’s most precious moments.

Maureen O'Connor

20:47 11 Nov 22

We are so grateful to have had Pamela document our family—two years in a row—and will keep coming back! Her eye and talent are not to be matched. She has scouted the most stunning locations that lend themselves wonderfully for beautiful, family-friendly shots. She understands kids and knows just how to capture them at their best (even if they’re at their worst during the session! Hah!). We treasure Pamela’s talent and can’t wait to see what she captures during our next session. Her warmth and skill produce the loveliest, most meaningful photos.

Denise Handler

13:53 01 Apr 22

We hired Pamela Anticole to photograph our son's Bar Mitzvah on 12/04/21 and she did an amazing job capturing the memories of the day. Let me start by telling you I found Pamela by searching online and simply falling in love with her photos. We knew Pamela was the right fit for our special day from moment she arrived at our event. She just connected with our family. Having a photographer at your event is about more then just the pictures. Pamela made every one from newborns to seniors feel comfortable, but never rushed. I can honestly say she caught all of our memories. Her photos truly tell a story about our special day. Pamela was open to requests for special photos that we wanted to have, and she got every single one. She had a beautiful way of capturing small details that I never would have even thought of. Pamela worked well with all of the other vendors we had at our event also, which is important on your special day. I will definitely use Pamela again. She was patient with us as we selected the photos we wanted to be printed and prompt in the delivery of our prints after the event, and they were stunning. We look at our photos often and get many compliments on them. You will definitely not be disappointed with Pamela's photography, style, demeanor, or professionalism. I feel lucky that we found such an amazing photographer!

Christina Montemurro

20:17 23 Feb 22

My family had a wonderful experience with one of Pamela's mini sessions. Pamela was so easygoing and friendly and made everyone feel at ease - no small task considering we have two teenage boys. Her choice of location was perfect and she knew just how to make us look and feel our best. Highly recommend!

Natalie Noel

17:17 29 Nov 21

Having our family photos taken by Pamela was an awesome experience. It was easy to arrange an appointment, the location was spectacular and she was great with our kids! We will definitely be repeat customers!

Jill Parrish

15:24 29 Nov 21

Our photo session was planned on a Saturday. This was between two, 12 hour night shifts for myself, it was 33 degrees, wet, and windy. Our kids (2 and 5) were struggling so much that I was certain we would be lucky to get one good family photo. Not with Pamela! She is truly a miracle worker! Her professionalism kept our family moving and focused throughout our 20 minute session. Her maternal qualities shone through as she worked with our kids as if she had known them their whole lives. She couldn’t control the weather but the setting was glorious, even my five year old commented “Mommy those trees look like they are on fire!” As I admire our final photos I still don’t know how she did it or how I will choose! She managed to capture my family being playful and loving as well as posed and smiling. No one would know all that we had against us from looking at our pictures and that is because we had Pamela behind the camera. Throughout the process she was quick to respond to my emails and calls. She was professional and courteous and her confident experience was reassuring. The final product was well worth the investment and we will be looking forward to future family sessions with her.

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Fun Facts!

I grew up playing on the Aspinwall streets here in Pittsburgh, until the streetlights came on... so I can hold my own with rollerblades, bikes, and a basketball.
I've been a professional photographer for 20 years- and still loving it! This is about 20 times longer than I've been interested in any other activity, ever.
My very big family laughs. a. LOT. You may think I'm a laid-back extrovert, but I'm neither.
I had a love affair with film long before I realized that photography could become my career. Now I am heading back to my first crush, building a pinhole camera with my kids and shooting on 4x5 film.
Give me ALL of the adrenaline.
I feel a constant urge to create. My favorite tool is my camera, though I experiment with watercolors, drawing, and metalwork. I see light and composition everywhere. I have sold my work at Three Rivers Arts Festival downtown.
I believe art should take a stance and, hopefully, evoke change.
I think different is the MOST INTERESTING.

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Pamela Anticole is a Pittsburgh based newborn and family photographer. Her award winning style is thoughtful and emotional, and your client experience is both relaxed and fun!

Pamela will photograph your baptism, birthday party, anniversary, bar/bat mitzvah, or wedding in a documentary style learned as a newspaper photojournalist. It is her focus on real, natural relationships and ability to anticipate emotional candid moments that bring sensitivity to her work as a documentary photographer. Pamela is located in the Wexford area of Pittsburgh, PA and available for family photography within 45 miles of downtown Pittsburgh. She also offers photography education for parents both online and on location in person in the Pittsburgh area.