THE JOURNAL

There are a number of locations to choose from for your family photo session but there are a few unique reasons why urban locations have become so popular. And if you are looking for a photo session in the winter, an urban location should definitely be considered because with a lack a foliage you don’t have to […]

I don’t do a lot of extended family sessions but when I do I always have so much fun! This extended family session was no exception. We met over at my favorite locations for families, Como Park. Grandma wasn’t really up for walking around too much so we stuck to a relatively short distance but […]

mQn Photography is excitedly looking for a Newborn Model this January and February 2022. Newborns must be younger than 3 weeks old. The session will be held during the week day between 10am and 2pm at the mQn Photography Studio in NE Minneapolis. Wardrobe for baby and mother is provided and required. The images that […]

Fall family photos at the barn is a favorite for so many clients. I think the red barn just screams fall, doesn’t it? This barn is located in the beautiful private grounds of North Oaks, Minnesota. The great thing is if you are a resident of North Oaks you can visit at any time and […]

Any photos of your family are special, but candid family portraits are always more meaningful. Plus, they make for fun prints for your house and photo albums. It’s all good and well to choose the best location and make sure the lighting is right, but what can you do to add a creative touch to […]

Meet another new family for a fall session in North Oaks, Minnesota. It’s always so fun meeting new families and I hope they become a yearly addition to all the wonderful families who have stuck with me for all the years. It’s so crazy to think I’ve been photographing families for almost 10 years now […]

Newborn photography sessions are a wonderful experience, but as a new parent, you might be worried about what you can expect and what to do if your baby isn’t happy during the photo session. Your photographer is there to assist and guide you, but it still helps to be prepared yourself. You can’t control every […]

Fall family photo sessions are everyone’s favorites. Every year my fall calendar books up faster and faster. I have so many lovely families that let me photograph them each year it’s just an honor. Last year I photographed this family in their backyard for an extended family session. This year we headed over to Tamarack […]

Not everyone is keen to schedule family photos in winter, but it is one of the best times of the year to make memories with those you love. With the right clothing, photographer, and general tips, a winter family photoshoot can be a lot of fun and produce some truly memorable shots. Here are a […]

  I met this beautiful young mom when she scheduled a maternity session with me. She and her spouse are such lovely people. She knew right away she was going to schedule a petite newborn session in the studio. She was able to utilize the studio wardrobe for herself but also for dad and baby. We […]