THE JOURNAL

There is something so special about a Fresh 48 session. These sessions hold the kind of beauty that cannot be recreated later. The first swaddle. The sleepy stretches. The tiny features that seem to change by the hour. This Fresh 48 session at The Mother Baby Center at Children’s Minneapolis was full of those quiet, […]

Some St. Paul neighborhoods tend to have homes that photograph especially well for in-home newborn sessions. That usually comes down to good natural light, beautiful original details, and interiors that feel calm instead of cluttered. If you are planning newborn photos at home, those details matter more than people think. The best in-home sessions usually […]

Some sessions carry even more meaning because of the story behind them. This motherhood session in my NE Minneapolis studio was one of those sessions. I have had the joy of photographing this family through so many important milestones. What was originally meant to be a Fresh 48 session shifted when their baby spent a […]

Why Families Love Spring Family Photos in Minnesota There is something about spring family photos in Minnesota that feels especially easy to love. The colors are softer. The temperatures are gentler. The world outside feels inviting again after a long winter indoors. For many families, that shift alone makes spring sessions feel lighter and more […]

There is something so special about a motherhood session that focuses on the quiet connection between a mama and her baby. This beautiful motherhood session in my Minneapolis studio did exactly that. Every image felt soft, honest, and full of feeling. From the all-white wall to the limewashed blue wall with florals, every part of […]

There is something especially meaningful about documenting a baby’s first birthday in a way that feels both beautiful and timeless. This NE Minneapolis cake smash session was designed with a refined, minimal approach that allowed every detail to feel soft, natural, and elevated. Rather than relying on an elaborate set or oversized props, we kept […]

Most moms take thousands of photos. They capture the birthdays, the first days of school, the missing teeth, the messy kitchen moments, and the tiny ordinary things that end up becoming the best memories. Moms keep the story moving. They document it. They remember it. But when you scroll back, you start to notice something. […]

Minnesota Family Photos That Feel Real and Fun Before the cake comes out, we always start with portraits. Every single time. This order keeps things easy. It also keeps outfits clean. And it keeps everyone relaxed. We began on my white wall and white floors in my NE Minneapolis studio. That clean setup makes everything […]

If you’re stressed about how your kids will act during your session, you’re not alone and you’re not doing anything wrong. Truly. If you’ve ever pictured your sweet child transforming into a greased piglet the moment a camera appears… welcome. You’re in very good company. I’m Michele, and I’ve been photographing families for 15 years […]

If you’ve recently had a baby (or you’re due any minute), let me guess: leaving the house feels like an extreme sport right now. Socks? Optional. Sleep? A rumor. Finding the matching lid to your coffee? Unlikely. That’s exactly why in-home newborn photos in St. Paul are such a sweet option, especially in the winter […]