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If you’re getting ready to welcome a new baby into the world, you’ve probably been thinking about a newborn photoshoot. Because babies make for unique subjects, these photo sessions require a slightly different approach but the results are always beautiful. Since being a new parent can be quite overwhelming, your newborn shoot should be nothing […]

Family reunions are such a special time. Whether it’s been years since you last saw your relatives or you get together every summer, reunions offer a beautiful chance to reconnect and capture memories that last a lifetime. One of the must-have shots at any family reunion? The big group photo. It’s the one that ends […]

I had a great time photographing some branding images for St. Paul marketing strategist Feather Blue Studios.  I don’t do a lot of these types of sessions but I really enjoyed it.  We also did some family portraits while we were hanging out in the studio.   My studio was perfect for getting different looks.  She […]

Every mother wants to capture as many photos of her new baby as she can and if you’re currently expecting, you’re probably wondering about the best time to schedule your newborn photo session. The reality is that all parents have different preferences, with many not wanting to photograph their little one too soon. Others simply […]

Celebrating milestones in the studio are some of the best photo sessions.  This adorable session at my Northeast Minneapolis Studio was all about celebrating One Year!  I can’t believe it was just a year ago that I was photographing this little guy’s special care Nursery session within a few hours of his birth and then […]

Every year I attempt to take my very own family’s photos.  We usually find a place where I can set up a tripod but this year we just stayed in our backyard.  We have this beautiful red maple that I’ve been wanting to use for awhile.  I just used this small area in our backyard.  […]

Photos last a lifetime and having professional photos taken doesn’t always need to require you to take an entire day out of your schedule, something that can be especially challenging when you have children or need to get your family together. Mini sessions or what I call Petite sessions are the simple solution for people […]

Whether you have a big event coming up, you’ve booked a professional photography session or you just end up in a lot of photos, there are ways for you to look slimmer that don’t involve a new exercise regime. Angles are your friend. Instead of facing the camera head on, stand at a 45-degree angle […]

If you have booked a photo session during the snowy months, you might be wondering what you should do if the skies decide to open up on the day. If the weather does turn bad on the day of your shoot, there is always the option to reschedule but for some people, this isn’t always an […]

Quick Answer Looking for a Maple Grove Newborn Photographer? In-home lifestyle newborn sessions offer a relaxed, comfortable way to capture your growing family without leaving home. They are especially great for families with older siblings who feel more at ease in a familiar space. Maple Grove Newborn Photographer for Relaxed In-Home Sessions As a Maple […]