THE JOURNAL

The mQn Experience If you’ve ever wondered what actually happens after you hit “send” on my contact form, you’re not alone. Most families tell me they’re excited but also a little unsure especially if it’s their first time booking a professional photo session in a while (or ever). This post walks you through exactly what […]

I spend a lot of time telling my clients’ stories, but today I thought I’d share a little more of mine. If you’ve ever wondered what I’m like outside of a camera in my hands or behind a computer editing with questionable posture, here are 10 things you might not know about me. 10 personal […]

Winter in the Twin Cities doesn’t mean hibernation it means festival season! From dazzling light festivals to snowy outdoor celebrations, Minneapolis and Saint Paul come alive with family‑friendly winter events that make cold weather feel magical. Below, I’ve rounded up some of the best winter festivals and seasonal celebrations families can enjoy together perfect for […]

One of my favorite people to work with is Lisa Tekautz of @lisachristineartistry.  Her soft glam looks are the perfect finishing touch for the sessions I photograph. When clients walk into my studio after a visit to Lisa, they’re glowing inside and out. Her work brings out their natural beauty in a way that’s effortless, […]

What Is the Collective Membership? The Collective is a membership designed for families who want more than a one-and-done session. It gives you the freedom to book any session type—maternity, newborn, milestone, family, and more without paying the creative fee each time. You’ll still purchase your image collections like a standard session, but you’ll save […]

Baby Milestone Information Out of all the beautiful sessions I get to photograph here in the Twin Cities, milestone sessions, especially that magical 6-to-12-month window, light me up every single time. As a Minneapolis baby milestone photographer, I get to see this sweet stage of babyhood unfold over and over again, and it never loses […]

mQn Experience When you are thinking about booking a photo session, it helps to know exactly what the experience will feel like from start to finish. My goal is to make this feel easy and enjoyable, whether we are in my Northeast Minneapolis studio, wandering through a gorgeous Twin Cities park, snuggling your new baby […]

This motherhood session took place in my Northeast Minneapolis studio and felt grounded from the moment they walked in. One mama, two kids, and space to breathe. No noise, no distractions just time carved out to be together and see each other clearly. And yep, those images? They reflect exactly that. Studio Simplicity, Styled Intentionally […]

About mQn Photography If you’re in Minneapolis and still on the hunt for the perfect holiday gift, it’s not too late to give something truly meaningful. Forget the fast shipping and last-minute shopping stress.  This season, give the kind of gift that grows more valuable with time: heirloom photo albums and artwork. Whether you’re looking […]

Spring 2025 Brand Shoot for Sweetpea & Co. This spring, I had the chance to photograph Sweetpea & Co.’s 2025 launch, and honestly—what a fun change of pace. Their line is bright, playful, and proudly Minnesota-rooted, and bringing their designs to life behind the camera is one of my favorite parts of commercial work. For this […]