Heather Lahtinen, Flourish Academy

Heather Lahtinen is a professional wedding and portrait photographer based in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. She is the founder of the award winning Weddings by Heather and the Flourish Academy has been a professional photographer and instructor for 16 years. She holds degrees in Mechanical Engineering and Business, but left her corporate position as a Project Manager to pursue her passion for photography.   As an Adobe Certified Expert in Photoshop, Heather has also been teaching and instructing photographers in both Lightroom and Photoshop. She has vast experience and knowledge that spans more than just the technical aspects of photography, she is also a business strategist and trusted mentor in the industry.   Heather is driven by an overwhelming desire to see others succeed and, as a result, her workshops do more than just instruct, they inspire.