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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

The Art of Studio Motherhood Portraits-Simple, Elegant, Timeless

Motherhood is a whirlwind – filled with sleepless nights, sticky kisses, and endless love. Somewhere between the chaos and the quiet moments, there’s beauty worth capturing. That’s where studio motherhood portraits come in. The 2025 Motherhood Event Why Studio Motherhood Portraits Are Worth It Studio motherhood portraits offer a calm, controlled environment to focus on […]

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The Best Time for Spring Photos in Minneapolis

If you’ve ever driven past blooming trees in May and thought, “Wait, why didn’t we do family photos here?!”—you’re not alone. Spring in Minneapolis is brief but beautiful, and when those blossoms hit their peak? Chef’s kiss. As a Minneapolis motherhood photographer, I’m here to spill all the seasonal secrets so you don’t miss your […]

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Newborn

5 Creative Ways to Include Siblings in Newborn Photos

5 Creative Ways to Incorporate Siblings in Your Newborn Photoshoot As a Minneapolis newborn photographer, I know that adding siblings into a newborn session can be both heartwarming and a little unpredictable—especially if the big sibling is still a toddler! My goal is always to keep things simple, comfortable, and fun while capturing those sweet […]

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Milestone

Twin Baby Photography Minneapolis Studio Sitter Session

Twin Baby Photography Minneapolis: Capturing the Sweetest Sitter Milestone Session There’s something truly magical about sitter sessions. If newborn photos are about the fragility of those early days, and first birthdays mark the celebration of a full year, the sitter milestone session is that perfect in-between stage. Babies at this age are full of personality, […]

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Maternity

Why You Should Book a Motherhood Photo Session This Year

Motherhood is a wild, beautiful, and, let’s be honest, sometimes chaotic ride. One minute you’re rocking your newborn at 2 a.m., the next you’re trying to convince a toddler that pants are, in fact, necessary. And somewhere in the middle of all that, you’re taking a million photos of your kids—but how many of those […]

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Milestone

Milestone Photography in Minneapolis a Sweet Studio Session

Timeless Mini Milestone Photography in Minneapolis | A Sweet Studio Session for a Two-Year-Old There’s something truly magical about a mini milestone photography session in Minneapolis—the way a child’s joy radiates through simple moments, the giggles, the curiosity, and the genuine personality shining through. Capturing these fleeting milestones is what I love most about milestone […]

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Best Spring Photo Locations in the Twin Cities

Spring in the Twin Cities is pure magic. After months of snow and gray skies, the landscape bursts into life with colorful blooms, lush greenery, and soft golden light—perfect for capturing stunning outdoor portraits. Whether you’re planning a family session, maternity shoot, or just want updated spring photos, finding the right backdrop makes all the […]

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Timeless Studio Milestone Photography for a Three-Year-Old

A Three-Year-Old’s Classic Portrait Session Milestone photography is more than just capturing a child’s growth—it’s about preserving moments that families will treasure for a lifetime. As a Minneapolis baby & child photographer, I’ve had the privilege of documenting this sweet boy’s journey from infancy to toddlerhood, and now to his big third birthday. His most […]

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Newborn

Creating a Timeless Journey with Maternity and Newborn Photography

Maternity and Newborn Photography: Creating a Timeless Journey Time moves differently when you’re expecting a baby or managing those early days of parenthood. From the first flutter of movement during pregnancy to the bleary-eyed nights with a newborn, these moments slip by faster than we expect. That’s where professional maternity and newborn photography comes in—not just […]

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5 Ways to Prepare for our Session Together

Making Your Minnesota Photo Session a Stress-Free, Fun Experience Booking a photo session is exciting—whether you’re celebrating a growing baby bump, welcoming a newborn, documenting your baby’s milestones, or gathering the whole family for updated portraits. But let’s be real, preparing for a session can feel overwhelming. What do we wear? Will the kids cooperate? […]

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