For families who'd rather laugh together than pose all afternoon.
Maybe you’ve been meaning to book a Minneapolis family photography session for months, but coordinating outfits, schedules, locations, and little personalities can make it easy to put it off.
I make the whole experience feel lighter. From wardrobe guidance to gentle, child-led direction during your session, I handle the details so you can settle in, enjoy your family, and let the moments unfold naturally.
You'll leave with photographs that remind you what it actually felt like to be together that day.
"Love how you capture my kids and 'freeze' them - they move so fast and don't slow down long enough for me to truly see them!"
— LUCIE C
"They are beautiful. You were wonderful to work with, thank you so much!!"
— jessica d.
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From wardrobe and styling to optional hair and makeup, I’ll help with the details. Choose the studio, your home, or a favorite location, then relax and enjoy being with your family while I take care of the rest.
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How it works
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There are plenty of options to consider.I'll guide you to the perfect session type. Don't forget to ask about the Collective Membership
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I'll send you a scheduling link to select your preferred day and time. You'll then receive an agreement and a brief questionnaire to finalize your booking.
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A few days before your session, I'll confirm our time and location. Signature sessions are not timed, allowing us to go with the flow.
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Within a few of weeks after your session, you'll receive an email letting you know your photos are ready. Enjoy a the slideshow and marvel at your images.
For the mother who wants to be in the photos, not managing every moment behind them.
This is a full-service family photography experience designed to take the pressure off from the very beginning. From wardrobe guidance to location planning and a calm, child-led approach, every detail is thoughtfully handled so you can spend less time coordinating and more time enjoying your family.
The result is a collection of photographs that feel like your family at their best. Not because everyone smiled on cue, but because everyone had the freedom to simply be together.
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Petite Sessions are perfect for maternity, baby milestones, and young families who want beautiful photographs without planning a full session. In just 30 minutes, we'll create a relaxed collection of images you'll love, all from the comfort of my Minneapolis studio.
Two Ways to Work Together
*The commission fee does not include digital files, artwork, or collections, which are purchased separately after your session.
Petite Session
A shorter studio experience
Held in the Northeast Minneapolis studio
A short and sweet 30-minute session, maternity, milestones
Access to the studio wardrobe & styling guidance
Online gallery for viewing and selecting your images
Creative Commission Fee $200
Signature Session
A full-service experience
Available in studio, at home, or on location
Access to the studio wardrobe & styling guidance
Perfect for Newborn, Cake Smash, outdoor family
Online gallery for viewing and selecting your images
Creative Commission Fee $350
"Michele has a great, easygoing personality and puts the whole family-- even young children-- at ease. I can't imagine having anyone else take our family's photos!"
- Julia
"The photos are SO SO SO BEAUTIFUL!!! WOW!!! You're amazing and really captured the "essence" of our boys at this stage of their lives!!!"
- Andrea Packard
"We love having these keepsakes of our daughter's first year of life, and know we will continue to work with Michele for years to come. Cannot recommend her highly enough!"
- Hannah D
After your session, you'll receive access to your online gallery where you can view and order your favorite images. I'll be available to help you choose the perfect artwork for your home, whether it's heirloom albums or a gallery of statement pieces for your walls. Rest assured, I'll take care of the entire process for you, with no pushy sales meetings.
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Studio Location:
1330 Quincy St NE, Minneapolis, MN 55413
My Northeast Minneapolis studio is intentionally simple and peaceful, with a curated wardrobe for moms and kids, thoughtful styling support, and a space that feels calm the moment you walk in. There are soft places to land and little comforts for little people, because small details make a big difference when you’re parenting.
No props. No forced smiles. No awkward posing that doesn’t feel like you. Just images that land somewhere between real and refined.
If You're Craving
Real Moments and Frame-Worthy Images you're in the right place
That is a very normal concern, and it is already built into the way I work. Family sessions are designed around real children, real energy, and real connection. Some of the best images come from movement, play, and the moments in between.
You will have access to wardrobe options for moms, dads, and children under five, along with guidance if you prefer to wear your own clothing. You will not have to figure it out alone.
Signature sessions are flexible and usually last around 45 to 60 minutes, but there is no strict time pressure. The goal is to create space for a relaxed experience and a strong final gallery.
Yes. Signature sessions can be photographed in the studio or on location. Petite sessions are held in the studio.
Yes. Albums and wall art are available, and all wall art and albums include matching digital images.
After your session, you'll receive access to a personalized online gallery where you can view your images in a slideshow. From there, you can select your favorites and order prints, albums, and other products. The online store also offers the AfterPay option for convenient payment plans.
Let Us Tell Your Story.
Whether you want the full signature experience or a shorter studio petite session, I will help you choose the option that fits your family best.
Reserve your Minneapolis Family Session now so you can finally have photographs with everyone in them, without turning the whole process into another job on your list.
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