Families

Printing your family photos after your in home photography session. How to use your print credits, and what to avoid.

In Minneapolis and the surrounding areas, it’s not uncommon for indoor newborn family photos to take place at home in favor of a studio. Families are often looking for a stress-free experience in a familiar environment where they can share moments that result in stunning photos to print and hang on the walls of their […]

As a newborn photographer in the St. Paul area, I work with families exclusively in their homes to capture the beautiful moments of welcoming a new baby into the family. Hosting an in-home photoshoot is a wonderful way to enjoy a photography experience in a comfortable, familiar environment, while allowing your baby to set the […]

How to find the joy in summer family photography with active & busy children. My tips for creating an unforgettable experience with the entire family.

Wondering what happens if your baby cries during their photoshoot? Here are 6 newborn photo tips to help keep your baby calm during your in home shoot.

Is it your first time capturing family photos? If you’re curious to learn more, including how to involve active littles, find tips & details here.

I’m Kristen! A family & newborn photographer committed to bringing your photos off the cloud & into your home.

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You just booked your newborn photography session and now you are wondering how you are going to get your toddler to cooperate. Toddler siblings are wonderful and full of all the feelings – they are fun, curious, sweet, jealous and take time to warm up. Regardless of how siblings are navigating with the transition of […]

A beautiful and sunny Fall day was made even sweeter by capturing these family pictures in Lakeville. If you have been following along on my Instagram or blog for the past few years, I am sure you recognize this family of three. I have had the joy of photographing them over 10 times in the […]

It was beyond special to capture these newborn pictures for new mom Katie. To think I was in this exact space a year and half ago photographing Katie getting into her wedding dress. Time really does fly, which is why I believe each chapter of your family’s story is worth preserving and why I love […]

I am absolutely in love after this in-home Edina newborn session with a sleepy Baby C. 😍 It was a calm and peaceful  morning that was just perfect for getting some photos of this new family of three. I met these first-time parents-to-be this past summer when we did a maternity session at Arneson Acres. […]

I’m so excited to share this Edina summer family portrait session with you. It has been such a joy capturing Brooke and Tanner’s growing family over the years. From their wedding day, to the twins six month session to this summer’s family session. While we originally had a fall session planned, Brooke reached out to see […]

The Lake Harriet Rose Gardens in Minneapolis, is one of my favorite places to photographing during the morning hours. The grounds have just been maintained, it is easy to get to, and it is never too busy during in the morning. The morning sun that peaks through the gardens is so beautiful in the morning […]

Lake Minnetonka is always such a beautiful place but I especially love it in the Excelsior, Minnesota area in the summer time. The beaches on Lake Minnetonka are a perfect spot for family pictures if don’t mind a little extra sand between your toes. The colors and sunlight in the evening are really beautiful in […]

I’m so excited to share the Neitzel’s family summer photos at Arneson Acres in Edina! Summer sessions have been in full swing, and I have been loving all the greens and sunlight. I loved meeting this family of three for their session as little Grace turned one! Lucy (mom) choose the perfect outfits that coordinated […]

I got to meet the Knutson family in Edina, MN at the beautiful Arneson Acre park. Arneson Acre park is one of my favorite locations to photograph at and even during each season we get in Minnesota. I especially love it during the Spring time because the park has a few trees that offer the […]

How sweet are these two? It was such a treat having this mom and daughter in the studio for a mini session. I loved being able to capture the pure love the two of them share with one another and also the best smiles. They were so sweet with one another, and I loved the […]

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