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Commercial

More Than Headshots: Commercial Brand Photography in Western PA

Commercial photography is about more than headshots. See how Jen McKen Photography creates strategic branding images for businesses throughout Western Pennsylvania—from professional team portraits to real interactions, workplace details and…

jen mckenOctober 1, 2026

Weddings

Red Barn Winery, Delmont PA Wedding Photographer | Penny + Chris

Wondering what a micro wedding actually is—or whether 2–3 hours of photography is enough? Here's how micro wedding coverage differs from traditional wedding photography, who it's best for, and what…

jen mckenSeptember 29, 2026

Resources /Tips /TricksStudio News

Photo Restoration in Blairsville PA | Old Family Photos

That faded family photograph might not be lost. Photo restoration starts at $55 through Jen McKen Photography in Blairsville, PA. Learn what can be restored and how the process works.

jen mckenSeptember 22, 2026

FamilyStudio Sessions

Why Some Milestones Mean a Little More

Sometimes one year means more than a birthday. After a severely premature beginning, this little girl's simple milestone session celebrated how far she's come—and brought my own story full circle.

jen mckenSeptember 21, 2026

Family

Real Is the New Luxury | Indiana PA Family Photographer

In a world where perfection can be generated, real life feels more valuable than ever. This at-home family session was about preserving childhood as it actually feels—the laughter, movement, senior…

jen mckenSeptember 17, 2026

Engagement

The One Where Mom Was Right | Lauren + Damien

Meet Lauren + Damien, an outdoorsy, competitive couple whose love story includes a Fourth of July float trip, a surprise proposal, one very memorable “Capital Four,” and plenty of little…

jen mckenSeptember 15, 2026

Weddings

Colorful Indiana Country Club Wedding | Ainsley + Dylan

Ainsley and Dylan’s Indiana Country Club wedding was colorful, personal and anything but cookie cutter. From an outdoor ceremony by the pond and incredible florals to putt-putt, a packed cookie…

jen mckenSeptember 9, 2026

Seniors

Horse Farm Senior Photos in Milton, PA | Adelay

Eleven years after I last photographed her family, I drove across Pennsylvania to photograph Adelay’s senior photos at Liberty Line Farm in Milton, PA. From horses and senior portraits to…

jen mckenSeptember 3, 2026

Seniors

River Valley Senior Pictures | Isabella’s Senior Session

What started as an ordinary senior session turned into one of the most unexpected full-circle moments of my 24-year photography career. Between a historic log cabin, a newspaper assignment from…

jen mckenSeptember 1, 2026

Seniors

Virginia Senior Photos | Abby’s Senior Session in PA

Abby traveled from Virginia to Blairsville, Pennsylvania for a senior session that felt completely like her—outgoing, athletic, outdoorsy and sentimental. From 12 years of softball and her future at Amherst…

jen mckenAugust 25, 2026

Personal-Everyday Chaos

Levi’s 1st Day of 5th Grade

1st Day of 5th Grade Every year on the first day of school, I get up a little earlier than I probably need to, grab my camera, and start documenting.…

jen mckenAugust 25, 2026

Weddings

The Home Farm Barn Summer Wedding | Alex + Hunter

Alex and Hunter planned their wedding at The Home Farm Barn in Indiana, PA from out of state—and didn't see the venue in person until the day before! With an…

jen mckenAugust 25, 2026

FamilyHoliday Related

2026 Christmas Studio Sessions | North Pole Experience

Step into the magic of Christmas at Jen McKen Photography in Blairsville, Pennsylvania. This year's holiday studio sessions feature two storybook-inspired sets: The North Pole Railway Station and Santa's Magical…

jen mckenAugust 18, 2026

Seniors

Edgy Pittsburgh Senior Photos | Dauphin County Vo-Tech Senior

What happens when a senior session includes bookstores, coffee shops, anime collectibles, Y2K fashion, and a city skyline? You get a session that's as authentic, witty, and unforgettable as Ariana…

jen mckenAugust 18, 2026

Personal-Everyday Chaos

My Most Controversial Blog Post, 15 Years Later

Fifteen years ago, I wrote a blog post called I Won't Photograph Ugly People, and the internet lost its mind. What began as a controversial headline became one of the…

jen mckenAugust 13, 2026