THE JOURNAL

Quick Answer The best way to prepare kids for family photos is to keep the day low-key, make sure everyone eats beforehand, talk about the session casually, and let your child know it will be fun without making it feel like a big performance. Kids under 5 do not need to sit perfectly still or […]

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 […]

Minneapolis Motherhood Photography | Light-Filled Studio Session This motherhood session in my NE Minneapolis studio was filled with softness, emotion, and quiet connection. Petite in length but big in meaning, it was a beautiful reminder of why these sessions matter so much. Photographed in early March, the space felt warm and peaceful, with soft florals […]

With so many talented photographers out there, it can be hard to know who’s the right fit. And if you’re feeling a little overwhelmed, you’re not alone. Choosing someone to photograph your family (or your brand-new baby) isn’t like picking a haircut. This matters. It’s an investment. And you want to walk away thinking, “Yep. […]

Family Session Information There’s something truly magical about photographing a mother with her children and this sweet family session at Como Park Conservatory in St. Paul, Minnesota was no exception. Surrounded by the lush greenery and the dreamy natural light pouring in through the glass dome, it felt like stepping into a little tropical oasis right […]

If you’re preparing for newborn photos, you’ve probably already Googled at least one of these: “What should my baby wear?” “What if my toddler loses their mind?” “Do I need to deep clean my house?” And if you’re reading this while holding a baby and surviving on snacks you found in the couch cushions… welcome. […]

Photographing NICU sessions will always hold a special place in my heart. Each one is deeply personal, emotional, and tender in ways that words can barely capture but I try to tell that story through the lens. This particular session took place at M Health Fairview Masonic Children’s Hospital in Minneapolis, where I met a […]

Michele is a Minneapolis and St. Paul family photographer who believes the little things are the whole thing. She grew up flipping through her grandmother’s photo album, listening to stories from the 1940s and learning early that photos are not just pictures, they are proof of a life and a way to keep people close. […]

Newborn Photo Session Information Winter newborn photos don’t get the hype they deserve. Somewhere along the way, we collectively decided that newborn photos are best when it’s warm outside, the windows are wide open, and everyone is living their best airy lifestyle. Meanwhile, in real life, winter babies show up when the sidewalks are icy, […]

The mQn Experience You know that moment when you realize your photo session is coming up and you immediately start doing math in your head? If I wash my hair tonight, I can blow-dry it tomorrow… but then I’ll need to keep it from getting weird while I sleep… and I also need to find […]