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Michele Quattrin Photography

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I photograph motherhood and family life with a style that feels honest, polished, and full of heart. Here, you’ll find recent sessions, planning tips, and stories from the seasons families never want to forget.

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I’m Michele, the artist behind MQN Photography. I photograph growing families with beautiful light and a full-service experience.

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A Timeless First Birthday Cake Smash Session

It was my great pleasure to photograph this family again! I had the honor of photographing their newborn session a year ago as well as their cake smash for big brother. So when mom contacted me about booking a cake smash for baby girl’s first birthday, I was thrilled! We started the session with some family […]

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Family

How To Survive a Family Photo Session with Young Kids

As a Minneapolis family photographer, last fall I had the joy of photographing a family of four at French Park in Plymouth. This was not their first session with me, as I had previously photographed their newborn and maternity sessions. It was great to see them again—the parents, a big sister, and a younger brother. Their […]

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Newborn

The Benefits of Newborn Photos

Minneapolis newborn photos are the perfect way to capture an unforgettable moment in your family’s life. Welcoming a new baby is a monumental time filled with so many emotions and memories;  professional newborn photographers can help you preserve these unique experiences. Focusing on subtle details, newborn photographers can create stunning mementos of your family’s newest […]

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Newborn

Capture the Joy of Motherhood with a Special Photo Session

As a mother, you want to remember each of your children’s special accomplishments, no matter how small. A motherhood photo session is the perfect way to capture all those sweet moments and create lasting memories that you can cherish for years to come. Let’s explore why it’s so important for mothers to have a professional […]

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The Best Baby Plan for Luxury Clients

Congratulations on your growing family! As your photographer, it is my great joy to capture this special time for you. I offer a wonderful Collective Membership.  Schedule as many sessions as you want within 18 months and save on creative fees.  Many clients choose to book, a maternity, newborn, sitter, cake smash and another family session during […]

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Maternity

Why You Should Reserve Your Maternity Session Now!

Being pregnant is a wonderful and special time in your life, and having professional maternity photos taken is an excellent way to commemorate this chapter of your journey. Although it may seem like a luxury, there are many reasons why you should reserve your maternity session now. Read on to learn more about why you […]

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Newborn

The Perfect Time to Photograph Your Newborn Baby

As Minneapolis’s premier newborn photographer, I believe that a newborn photography session is unparalleled in preserving the beauty of your little bundle. By capturing life’s most precious new beginnings, I know that my clients enjoy the timeless piece of art they will have to look back on and treasure as their newborn moves into Babyhood […]

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Maternity

What to Wear to your Maternity Photo Session

Documenting your growing family with maternity photography is going to create memories that are awe-inspiring beyond the expectations. It takes thoughtful styling to make photographs truly beautiful, and so I as a professional Minneapolis photographer have crafted wise advice on how to coordinate for your maternity photoshoot. The best way to plan what to wear is by coordinating complimentary […]

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Newborn

Capture Your Baby’s First Moments with a Newborn Photographer

Having a baby is one of the most special times in your life. You want to capture all the precious moments, from their tiny features and soft skin to the little yawns and wiggles that you won’t get to see again. For this once-in-a-lifetime experience, it is best to work with an experienced Minneapolis newborn […]

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Capturing Precious Memories with an In-Home Family Photo Session in Blaine Minnesota

Photographing your family is a wonderful way to capture and preserve precious memories. Being able to look back at photos of your children when they were babies or toddlers adds a special warmth that can’t be put into words. But getting everyone dressed up and out the door for a photo session isn’t always easy, […]

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