Yearly Archives: 2011

It’s the Little Things. | Minnesota Newborn Photographer |

So of course the year I commit to doing a series of snow photos…we have no snow in December.  I feel kind of burned…like if I have to put up with this cold weather for 6 months can I at least have a white Christmas?!  So we were in southern Minnesota over the weekend celebrating…

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When Life Gives You Snow… | Edina Child Photographer |

…make pretty pictures!  After seeing some gorgeous winter snow photos lately, I’ve been inspired to get out there and shoot more this season.  Those of you who know me well are aware of the fact that I do not like being cold.  Yes.  I realize I live in one of the coldest states in the…

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Featured on Learn Shoot Inspire | MN Photographer |

Check out this sweet little feature about your’s truly on Learn Shoot Inspire and then check out the rest of their amazing web site.  There is sooooo much great information and inspiration…I’ve been learning all kinds of great stuff!  Check it out HERE.

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Girl’s Best Friend. | Minneapolis Child Photographer |

I love puppies.  Like a lot.  Like maybe too much .  I have a pug named Dudley who will always be my first baby.  So I always am thrilled when clients ask if they can bring along their 4 legged family members to a shoot.  I always reply, “PLEASE DO!”  This is the second year…

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He’s 6 Months | St. Louis Park Photographer |

One last cute little family shoot to share with you.  I have to say I miss the green grass already…but am so grateful for the mild fall we had this year.  Much better than the mountain of snow we had early November last year!  I hope you all have a wonderful Thanksgiving…don’t forget to be…

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Back to the Start | Twin Cities Family Photographer |

Working on this session the past few days has almost brought me to tears.  This is my first family.  The first ones who trusted me to walk into their lives for a moment and capture them with my camera 3 years ago.  I remember I was so, so, so nervous.  But Keri was so sweet…

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The Happy Trio. | MN Lifestyle Photography |

Here’s another cute family to share with you.  An adorable baby girl and her 2 big brothers.  This family was loving on each other for the whole session and it was so fun to photograph.  These boys are the silliest and sweetest little guys…they totally won me over.  And baby sister?  Melt my heart.

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Let’s Play | Minneapolis Family Photographer |

This beautiful family came back to see me this year and I am so glad they did.  Their connection amazed me during their session and again when I was going through their photos.  I swear I got choked up!  I mean the shots of daddy and daughter dancing?  It doesn’t get any sweeter than that….

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Custom Holiday Cards from Olive Avenue Photography

Yes, I know we haven’t even gotten to Halloween yet…but I have been getting requests to see the new holiday card designs for over a month .  So here are just a few examples of the NEW designs we are offering this year.  There are dozens and dozens more to choose from!  Custom holiday cards…

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I Heart… | Eagan Family Photographer |

…this family and this session .  I’ve worked with this family 3 times this year and have gotten to know mom quite a bit.  I think she would be the coolest mom…she is soooo laid back and easy going.  Which is probably a good thing as there are 4 kiddos in this family.  So mom…

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At Last! | Wayzata Family Photographer |

I’ve enjoyed photographing this sweet family since I first hung up my shingle 2.5 years ago…has it really been that long??  I know they have been waiting patiently (like us) to add to their special family.  Well, they finally welcomed their son home in April and I am so happy for them.  He’s got a…

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Rania 2012 | Eden Prairie Senior Photographer |

So I believe the lovely Miss Rania is the LAST high school senior to be blogged this year!  So why don’t we give her an extra large sneak peek?  Ok.  Truth is I had trouble choosing which images to blog again!  Can you blame me…look at this beautiful girl !

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Winter Break. | Minneapolis Photographer |

One of the main reasons I started my own photography business was to give myself the ability to stay at home with my daughter.  I thought if I ran my own business and was in charge of my own work and hours that I would have more quality time with my little girl.  That has…

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Anna 2012 | Edina High School Senior Portraits |

Here is the lovely and talented Anna.  Being an actress and singer of course she was fun to photograph!  We braved a windy and chilly day to get these shots…I felt bad for her in her cute little red dress.  But she never gave away how cold she probably really was…a true performer !

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Cool and Crisp. | Twin Cities Family Photographer |

Yes, fall is here!  I looooove fall photography sessions.  Love them.  Although I am sad to know the sun is moving further and further away (help me Rhonda that means the ‘w’ word is on it’s way)…it makes for some incredible light.  And of course the colors in all of nature are going to be…

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Jordan 2012 | Minnesota Senior Photographer |

Sometimes I get stuck when I am working on a blog sneak peek for a client.  I get stuck because I can’t pick.  I just can’t…there are too many images I love from the session.  This is how it has been with Jordan’s senior portrait session.  I want to show the whole thing…but unfortunately I…

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Morgan 2012 | MN Natural Light Photographer |

And here is the beautiful Morgan.  She decided to have her photo session at her home…and it was the perfect choice as it has the most beautifully landscaped yard ever!  There were endless spots with amazing light and scenery to shoot in.  And then there were these Oak trees with their branches sweeping down the…

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Maija 2012 | Eden Prairie Photographer |

I am running out of compliments for my high school senior clients…really…they are just the greatest bunch of girls!  Maija is no exception.  She is as sweet as can be and fun to be around.  She is an athlete…which was apparent when she was jogging from one end of Mill City to the other to…

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Amanda 2012 | Lakeville Senior Photographer |

Here we have sweet Amanda.  I loved working with her.  We went to one of my favorite spots in the Twin Cities to shoot.  There was a light breeze, the sun was aglow and the birds were singing.  It was the perfect match for Amanda’s quiet and thoughtful presence.  She is a talented painter with…

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