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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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Newborn

NICU Session Update – After Surgery Cuteness

I met Mr. Superhero Jackson at the University of Minnesota Masonic Hospital NICU ward prior to his surgery.  I photograph in the NICU often and many times I get to see these NICU babies a year later for another photo session but I rarely get to come back while they are still in the NICU.  […]

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Milestone

Sitter Milestone Sessions in the Studio

When your baby learns to sit for the first time you’ll want to grab your camera! Or bring them into a professional photographer (Minneapolis baby milestone photographer) so you don’t miss a thing. Sitter sessions are one of my favorite milestones to photograph in my Northeast Minneapolis studio. These adorable milestone sessions are also part […]

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Newborn

NICU Special Delivery

Embracing the Joy of Giving Back: A Heartwarming Tale of NICU Photo Sessions Giving back to the community is a heartfelt endeavor, and for me, NICU (Neonatal Intensive Care Unit) photo sessions hold a special place in my heart. It’s a journey of capturing not just images but the resilient spirit of tiny fighters and […]

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The Dos and Don’ts of Preserving & Organizing Your Printed Photos

While most of us possess hundreds if not thousands of digital photos, most people still have countless printed photographs lying around the house. In order to preserve these precious memories, it helps to know how best to organize and store them so that you and your family can keep them safe and easily accessible. It […]

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Family

A Guide to Posing for Your Family Photos

The key to taking genuine and authentic family photos is knowing how to pose in front of the camera. If you’ve never taken professional family photos before or if you simply want to improve on your last session, here is some advice on how to pose that will leave you with exceptional images. *Before I […]

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Little Baby Lots of Love in the NICU

Some of my favorite sessions are in the NICU.  And this session at University of Minnesota Masonic is no exception.  Born at 24 weeks gestation, I was able to meet her 2 months later.  When I was introduced to this little bundle of joy I was told she was a beautiful and feisty girl.  I […]

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Spring in the Studio

Sitter Session Giveaway in My New Northeast Minneapolis Studio Exciting things have been happening around here! In honor of my new studio space in Northeast Minneapolis, I hosted a special contest to celebrate—and this adorable baby girl won a complimentary sitter session! Isn’t she just the sweetest? I can’t wait to show you all the […]

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Family

Best Natural Backdrops for a Photo Shoot

The Beauty of Outdoor Portrait Photography There are plenty of reasons to shoot outdoors for any portrait shoot. You have the natural lighting, the weather that can enhance the mood, and the simply picturesque scenery. Whether you live in the city or the suburbs, there are countless natural backdrops you can use during your photo […]

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Family

5 Tips for Rocking Your Outdoor Photo Session

Whether you’re planning a new family portrait or celebrating your recent engagement, selecting the perfect outdoor setting for your shoot can be both exciting and overwhelming. Minneapolis and the Twin Cities offer a multitude of stunning locations that can beautifully complement your photos. If you’ve never done an outdoor photo session before, there are a […]

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Newborn

A Visit to the Special Care Nursery for a Fresh 72

I love photographing Fresh 48 sessions in the hospital.  They are my favorite way to photograph newborns.  So on this day I met a former NICU family for the arrival of their second baby a brand new baby boy.  He too found himself in the NICU but in the Special Care Nursery unit of Children’s Hospital Minneapolis.  We […]

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