closeHaving a photo session with twins can be anything but boring! Add in a toddler, and things get even more eventful! Michelle and Hector were incredible though. Patient, loving and knowing that perfect smile would come made it worth the extra snuggles, food and tickles! Here’s to many more sessions with these amazing kiddos!
When she saw her, she cried. After having two boys already, she was sure another baby boy was on the way. She was completely wrong and her are of little men has welcomed this sweet little girl into their family! What a joy and a gift she was to photograph! More sweet babies please!
Julie and Andrew had met at St. Cloud State University, probably their freshman year, but neither one remembered each other that well. One night during their last semester, they ran into each other at a bar and started texting. Throughout the course of the night, Andrew asked Julie to come to dinner with her, but she politely declined. Little did she know she was leaving him to celebrate his birthday alone! Thankfully she had a chance to redeem herself when Andrew asked her out again and she agreed!
Not long after they began dating, Julie and Andrew decided to vacation at Cove Point Lodge on the North Shore of Minnesota over Julie’s birthday weekend in August. They loved it so much that four years later they decided to return for a quick get away and to enjoy quality time together.
After a long day of working on Friday, the couple settled into their cottage for the night. They got up bright and early ready to explore all that the North Shore had to offer, from Gooseberry Falls, to the scenic overlooks, to Tettegouche State Park and of course Betty’s Pies. After a full day of exploring, they ended back at Cove Point on the sandy beach. As they overlooked Lake Superior, Julie looked over at Andrew, and when she did, he was on one knee asking her to be his wife! It couldn’t have been more perfect! The two even celebrated with champaign and dinner back in their room. The next day they headed to Duluth and did the Timber Twister Coaster just like they had done the first time they had been vacationing there. They left the weekend excited, exhausted and filled with joy.
Julie and Andrew’s overcast May wedding day was just as memorable and filled with joy and fun. Friends and family came from all over the state to celebrate with them as they were wed at the incredible and ornate St. Mary’s Orthodox Cathedral in Minneapolis. Julie’s elegant, ivory Julianna dress from Posh paired perfectly with Andrew’s Light Gray suit from Night’s Chamber. Bridesmaids and groomsmen wore charcoal colored suits and Kennedy Blue dresses from the Wedding Shoppe to match the classic theme. Donatos provided the most gorgeous ivory florals while Buttercream created cake that was decadent! Magnetstreet created classic wedding invitations. The couple and wedding party headed to the North Loop for some downtown photos and then Fulton Brewery for after ceremony drinks and fun photos outside. The Minneapolis Martiott Northwest hosted the ballroom bash while Rick of Instant Request brought the music throughout the night as guests danced away!
Julie and Andrew, it was an honor to spend the day with you and your incredible friends and family. Thank you for making me feel like a long time friend. What a blast it was! Enjoy your mini moon in San Diego!!
Ceremony:: St Mary’s Orthodox Cathedral // Reception:: Minneapolis Marriott Northwest //Hair and Make-Up:: Krysta Malchow and Crew // Florist:: Donato’s // Wedding Dress:: Julianna – Posh Bridal Wayzata // Bridesmaids Dresses:: Kennedy Blue – Lola and Brynn – The Wedding Shoppe, Inc. // Men’s Ware:: Nights Chamber in St. Cloud// Baker:: Buttercream // Rings:: Bachman Jewelers in St. Cloud // Stationery:: Magnetstreet // DJ:: Rick of Instant Request//Shoes:: Groom- Allen Edmund // Brewery:: Fulton Brewery //
It was so nice to see the sweet extended Halsch family. Thankfully they were all able to get together for a day of celebration and fun, and family photos of course!
It was such a joy to photograph little Ethan and his family. I have loved photographing Neal and Emily for a long time and seeing them with their sweet little boy was such a joy to my heart. I was in awe of the way his nursery was decorated. Because Neal loves airplanes, Ethan’s nursery was decorated i an avation theme. He was perfect throughout the entire session and the session was much different than their maternity session! I love photographing newborns and their families, so if you are expecting a new little one, I would love to connect!
From their engagement session, to their wedding, to the birth of their first daughter and now to their second, it’s been a joy and honor to be able to photograph couples like the Wargo’s as their life changes.
It’s what makes my job so meaningful and fulfilling! Congratulations Hannah and Jake, your family is beautiful!
Including siblings in your newborn session… yes or no?
My answer is always yes.
It might feel a little chaotic in the moment, but those are often the images you end up treasuring the most—the real connection, the tiny interactions, the beginning of a new family story.
I’ve loved watching the Luong family grow through all three of their children’s newborn sessions, and those sibling moments are always some of my favorites.
If you’re wondering how it all works (and how we make it easy), I wrote a full blog post about it! Check it out in my stories
#newbornphotography #minnesotaphotographer #familyphotography #siblinglove
NEW WEBSITE. SAME HEART.
After a long time behind the scenes… it’s finally here.
And I want YOU to be one of the first to experience it.
So I made it a little more fun 👇
✨ I’m giving away TWO mini sessions for 2026 ✨
How to enter:
• Visit the new website (link in bio)
• Look around
• Enter the giveaway
That’s it.
If you’ve been thinking about booking photos this is your sign!
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No one said you had to do newborn photos inside! Taking lifestyle newborn photos outside and making them true to your style makes them even more meaningful and significant!!
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