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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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Those tiny fingers, those sweet little yawns, that newborn smell that makes your heart melt – these precious first days slip through our fingers like grains of sand. As both a newborn photographer and a mom, I know exactly how it feels to want to pause and remember every single moment of this fleeting time. […]
As a Minneapolis Photographer with over 15 years of experience, I know how quickly life’s most precious moments can pass us by. From the excitement of expecting a new baby to celebrating milestones like first birthdays, every stage is worth preserving. But for busy families, finding the time (and budget) for professional photography can feel […]
Capturing Strength and Love: A NICU Photography Session at M Health Fairview University of Minnesota Bringing a baby into the world is a life-changing experience, but when that journey involves the NICU, it comes with unique challenges and moments of profound love. As a photographer specializing in NICU sessions, I often witness the strength of […]
Capturing Spring: How To Choose The Perfect Location For Your Luxury Family Photo Session Spring is a season of renewal, and what better way to capture these fresh beginnings than with a luxury family photo session? The right location can make all the difference in creating timeless, elegant images that you and your family will […]
Why Motherhood Photography Matters Motherhood is a journey full of heart-stirring moments. From the thrill of discovering you’re expecting to the quiet stillness of rocking your newborn in the middle of the night, these moments pass quickly. Often, we don’t realize how fleeting they are until we’re looking back, wondering where the time went. As […]
Why Fresh 48 Photography Matters Welcoming a new baby into the world is a whirlwind of emotions—joy, awe, and a touch of exhaustion. For families who want to preserve these fleeting first hours, Fresh 48 Photography offers a unique and heartfelt way to capture the magic. Held within the first day or so after birth, […]
As parents, we all want to capture the precious moments of our little ones’ first year. From their first smile to their first steps, these milestones are fleeting and deserve to be remembered. Finding the right photographer to capture these moments is crucial. Here’s how you can find the best milestone baby photographer near you, […]
The journey of a NICU family is one of strength, perseverance, and unwavering love. For one special family at MHealth Masonic Hospital, this journey included the incredible milestone of documenting their son’s story through NICU photography. Born at just 26 weeks and weighing 1 lb 14 ounces, this little fighter has defied the odds and […]
Capturing Baby Milestones: A Parent’s Guide to Timeless Memories The first year of your baby’s life is packed with milestones that feel like tiny miracles—the first smile, the first sit-up, and eventually those tentative first steps. These moments pass all too quickly, and baby milestone photography offers a beautiful way to document them forever. If […]
Motherhood is a beautiful journey filled with unforgettable moments, and what better way to cherish these precious times than capturing them through photography? When it comes to planning a Motherhood Photo Session, one of the most crucial decisions is choosing the perfect outfit. The right outfit can make a significant difference in the outcome of […]
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