Pittsburgh & Butler Photographer

My love of photography started at an early age. When I was 9 years old, I bought my sisters instamatic camera and my interest in photography began. What started out to be a hobby, has developed into a full time profession. My first paying photography job was a wedding ceremony & wedding reception for a friend of the family. Since I did not have a photography studio to offer portraits, I continued to specialize in mostly wedding photography.

After photographing many weddings throughout Western Pennsylvania, I wanted to expand my photography business and offer more portrait services. So, when we added a garage onto our home in Butler, I decided to add a lower level for my photography studio. At that point, the business expanded to include high school senior photography, sports photography, pets and family portraits. After approximately 5 years, the photography studio continued to grow and I made the decision to offer my photography services on a full time basis.

Since switching to full time in 1987, I have been developing outdoor settings at my photography studio in Butler and now have a gazebo, bridge, trees, fence, bench and a landscaped mini-park on location. All of these unique features allow for some very creative photography.

Today, Jeff Hartzell Photography is well known throughout Pittsburgh, Butler, Cranberry and surrounding areas of PA. When you book me as your photographer, you can rest assured in knowing that I will "personally" be the only one taking your portraits. My goal is to provide you with the best and most personal service possible, making you feel like you are my only customer. I will try to make your portrait experience relaxing and enjoyable, so that you will have fun. To me, every photography experience is new and unique in its own way, keeping me excited about what I am doing!

Thank you for your interest in Jeff Hartzell Photography.

Jeff Hartzell

Owner / Photographer