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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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Portrait Photography Styles Explained Minneapolis Photographer

When it comes to hiring a photographer you don’t just want to go with anyone. Each photographer will specialize in a niche and favor a certain style when they shoot. If you want something more traditional you wouldn’t want a photographer that prefers to shoot documentary styled shoots. This tends to be an overlooked factor […]

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June Style Guide

In honor of Motherhood Sessions ALL SUMMER LONG I wanted to share this beautiful style guide for June!  Find the links to purchase below.  Act fast styles sell out fast! Mama DressGirl DressBoy ShirtBoy Pants Mama’s dress is COMING SOON to my client wardrobe! Ready to Book your Summer Motherhood Session? BOOK NOW Michele is […]

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Family

Ideas for Capturing Perfect Pictures with Dad

He reads to you and tucks you into bed, he plays catch with you and makes you laugh until your tummy hurts and he gives you good advice when you need it the most. He is your dad. Having moments between a father and his children captured is the perfect gift for Father’s Day or […]

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Family

Top 5 Family Photography Trends

If you absolutely love taking photos of your family, you may be interested to know about some of the trends that you can expect to see a lot more of this year. Expect to see beautiful and meaningful images that incorporate classic elements. Here are the top 5 family photography trends for this year. Pets […]

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9 Summer Memories to Capture with Your Children

The key moments that every parent should capture with their children this Summer. The warm summer months are the perfect time to take a vacation with your family and just spend more time outdoors in general. From barbecues and catching fireflies to eating ice creams on the beach, there is nothing quite like summer. If […]

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Family

Why an Outdoor Location is Perfect for Your Family Photo Session

Who doesn’t love to be outside when the weather is warmer? Your children certainly do. Here are some reasons why an outdoor location is perfect for your next family photo shoot. –        Natural light is great for photos. When your photographer has lots of natural light to work with, they don’t need to worry about […]

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Creating Memorable Stories Using Black and White Photography

What is it about black and white photography that gives photos such depth and a whole different mood? If you’re a fan of black and white photography and want to use it to create your own stories, here are a few tips that will definitely help. –        Plan your story Getting organized doesn’t mean you […]

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6 Ways to Capture Real Memories Using Your Camera

There is always going to be a place for beautiful posed photos but when you think about the photos from your childhood, what really stands out? It’s usually the shots that bring back flashes of memorable moments with the people you love; photos that take you right back to those moments. If you want to […]

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Newborn

One Month New In Home Lifestyle Newborn

A Heartwarming Newborn Session in North Oaks I recently had the pleasure of photographing a beautiful newborn session with a lovely family from North Oaks. Despite the baby being born a month early, we decided to stick with the original date for the session, and it turned out to be absolutely stunning. This experience serves […]

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5 Things to Do When You Get a New Camera

So, you’ve finally treated yourself to your first DSLR camera or gotten an upgrade, but what do you do now that you have your new camera in your hands? Getting a new camera can be a little intimidating, particularly if you’re not a professional photographer. Once you open the box, here are a few tips […]

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