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The Perfect Surprise Proposal In The Winter

Are you searching for the perfect surprise proposal idea? Well I have many my friends!! If it’s winter time in Minnesota than quite a few of them include a flight somewhere above freezing, but this one may be a little more practical and could very well still lead you to the same response you’re hoping...

MS Diagnosis Inspires Travel | Sanibel Island, FL

When Shaina Gottwalt of Royalton Mn was diagnosed with MS at the young age of 23 she had two choices…let it define her or let it inspire her. She chose wisely and has followed Oscar Wilde’s advice since, “live life with no excuses and travel the world with no regrets.” Here is Shaina’s story: “It’s...

Badlands National Park Adventure

We know it’s important to hire a professional photographer to document our wedding day, our newborn, and our child’s senior year, but what about the most valuable time in your life…the only time that is a guarantee…the present? “Now” is the moment we should live for; the moment we should embrace. We can work for...

Wedding in The City | Bridal Shoot in The Country

This fun-loving couple met during military service and bring together two very different worlds.  Chris is a small-town Nebraska boy and Megan grew up in the bustling Twin Cities area.  “Even while juggling busy lives, we (Okay, really, it was Megan) were able to put together a small, intimate wedding that was just perfect for...

Sunrise at Split Rock | Honeymoon Inspiration

Your life as a married couple is about to begin. It’s a clean slate to start etching your hopes, values and dreams you wish to accomplish together. How about embracing this new page of life as the sun rises over Split Rock Lighthouse on the rocky shores of Lake Superior? While the warm glow of...

10 Year Anniversary | Noerenberg Gardens, Lake Minnetonka

Oh this family…they sure tug at your heart strings. It was both a blessing and honor to be able to document such a special and meaningful time in their lives. This is RJ and Kathie’s beautiful story… WHAT ARE YOUR PROUDEST MOMENTS IN THE LAST 10 YEARS? Our girls are obviously our proudest accomplishment. We...

Madeline Island Engagement Proposal

When you meet Katie, you see a strong, confident, young woman who radiates with beauty and independence. You might think it would take a special man to win this girls heart. And then you meet Matt, and your thought is validated. I hosted a Photographer Retreat this summer in the quaint town of Bayfield, Wisconsin,...

AN ADVENTUROUS ALASKA ENGAGEMENT

Dreams do come true…I photographed a gorgeous couple in ALASKA!! I don’t know why, but I always thought of Alaska as one of those far away places that I could never afford to see with my own eyes. When I met with Nicole and Brian to discuss their local wedding to be held in my...

Foothill Family Photoshoot in Girdwood, Alaska

If your daughter brings me to Alaska for engagement photos, you better believe I’ll make you all pose for some epic family shots!! The Gapinski family knows how busy life can get, so they make it a priority to get together once a year and have a family adventure to continue making memories as a...

Category Archives: Sessions

The Perfect Surprise Proposal In The Winter

Are you searching for the perfect surprise proposal idea? Well I have many my friends!! If it’s winter time in Minnesota than quite a few of them include a flight somewhere above freezing, but this one may be a little more practical and could very well still lead you to the same response you’re hoping...

MS Diagnosis Inspires Travel | Sanibel Island, FL

When Shaina Gottwalt of Royalton Mn was diagnosed with MS at the young age of 23 she had two choices…let it define her or let it inspire her. She chose wisely and has followed Oscar Wilde’s advice since, “live life with no excuses and travel the world with no regrets.” Here is Shaina’s story: “It’s...

Badlands National Park Adventure

We know it’s important to hire a professional photographer to document our wedding day, our newborn, and our child’s senior year, but what about the most valuable time in your life…the only time that is a guarantee…the present? “Now” is the moment we should live for; the moment we should embrace. We can work for...

Wedding in The City | Bridal Shoot in The Country

This fun-loving couple met during military service and bring together two very different worlds.  Chris is a small-town Nebraska boy and Megan grew up in the bustling Twin Cities area.  “Even while juggling busy lives, we (Okay, really, it was Megan) were able to put together a small, intimate wedding that was just perfect for...

Sunrise at Split Rock | Honeymoon Inspiration

Your life as a married couple is about to begin. It’s a clean slate to start etching your hopes, values and dreams you wish to accomplish together. How about embracing this new page of life as the sun rises over Split Rock Lighthouse on the rocky shores of Lake Superior? While the warm glow of...

10 Year Anniversary | Noerenberg Gardens, Lake Minnetonka

Oh this family…they sure tug at your heart strings. It was both a blessing and honor to be able to document such a special and meaningful time in their lives. This is RJ and Kathie’s beautiful story… WHAT ARE YOUR PROUDEST MOMENTS IN THE LAST 10 YEARS? Our girls are obviously our proudest accomplishment. We...

Madeline Island Engagement Proposal

When you meet Katie, you see a strong, confident, young woman who radiates with beauty and independence. You might think it would take a special man to win this girls heart. And then you meet Matt, and your thought is validated. I hosted a Photographer Retreat this summer in the quaint town of Bayfield, Wisconsin,...

AN ADVENTUROUS ALASKA ENGAGEMENT

Dreams do come true…I photographed a gorgeous couple in ALASKA!! I don’t know why, but I always thought of Alaska as one of those far away places that I could never afford to see with my own eyes. When I met with Nicole and Brian to discuss their local wedding to be held in my...

Foothill Family Photoshoot in Girdwood, Alaska

If your daughter brings me to Alaska for engagement photos, you better believe I’ll make you all pose for some epic family shots!! The Gapinski family knows how busy life can get, so they make it a priority to get together once a year and have a family adventure to continue making memories as a...

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