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Fresh 48 Newborn Session photography captures the first quiet hours with your baby in the hospital, when everything still feels brand new. There is something so special about a Fresh 48 session. These sessions hold the kind of beauty that cannot be recreated later. The first swaddle. The sleepy stretches. The tiny features that seem […]

Some St. Paul neighborhoods tend to have homes that photograph especially well for in-home newborn sessions. That usually comes down to good natural light, beautiful original details, and interiors that feel calm instead of cluttered. If you are planning newborn photos at home, those details matter more than people think. The best in-home sessions usually […]

Some sessions carry even more meaning because of the story behind them. This motherhood session in my NE Minneapolis studio was one of those sessions. I have had the joy of photographing this family through so many important milestones. What was originally meant to be a Fresh 48 session shifted when their baby spent a […]

Why Families Love Spring Family Photos in Minnesota There is something about spring family photos in Minnesota that feels especially easy to love. The colors are softer. The temperatures are gentler. The world outside feels inviting again after a long winter indoors. For many families, that shift alone makes spring sessions feel lighter and more […]

There is something so special about a motherhood session that focuses on the quiet connection between a mama and her baby. This beautiful motherhood session in my Minneapolis studio did exactly that. Every image felt soft, honest, and full of feeling. From the all-white wall to the limewashed blue wall with florals, every part of […]

There is something especially meaningful about documenting a baby’s first birthday in a way that feels both beautiful and timeless. This NE Minneapolis cake smash session was designed with a refined, minimal approach that allowed every detail to feel soft, natural, and elevated. Rather than relying on an elaborate set or oversized props, we kept […]

Quick Answer The Motherhood Event is a one day studio portrait experience created to celebrate moms and help them finally get in the frame with their children. Past Signature Session clients are invited for a complimentary session and five digital files, while new moms are welcome to join for a calm, guided motherhood session.   […]

Minnesota Family Photos That Feel Real and Fun Before the cake comes out, we always start with portraits. Every single time. This order keeps things easy. It also keeps outfits clean. And it keeps everyone relaxed. We began on my white wall and white floors in my NE Minneapolis studio . That clean setup makes […]

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 […]