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Rachel Kathleen's
Luminous, fun headshots for the professional & fun SHE – E – O!
Have you ever needed headshots and envisioned the cliche studio portraiture, and worried that you may not look like yourself or that your images may come off cookie-cutter?
Effortless beauty. Effortless femininity. Effortless art. A session for the bride or woman who wants a classic, fine-art boudoir look & feel. And an undoubtedly high-end experience…
Did you ever think that the love of your life may be across the ocean! Well, I am here to tell you the truth – your person may be just an ocean away…read on for living proof! The love story I am about to share with you is truly one made from romantic novels. Let […]
Love stories will forever be classic. And when you use your favorite park in your city for your engagement session, and also utilize something old to represent your love forever. The two marry so well together – pun intended!
There is nothing like fall in Minnesota! And then when you add snow to the backdrop, the scene becomes a true juxtapose of the two seasons. That’s what happened for this engagement session. I LOVE when I surprise my clients with the art we are able to create in an unexpected way!
Fall colors add effortless beauty to any engagement session! And this session was definitely full of a variety of vibrant, fall colors, but the real treat, was the couple themselves.
Cozying up at a Christmas-tree farm is a tailor-made location for lovers who want dreamy engagement photos; I mean it screams romance, and of course an inevitable snuggle-fest!
When autumn’s harvest, rain, and all things city- scape combine for your engagement session, romantic imagery is at it’s finest. Just wait and see how the combination of the three created the most romantic, colorful engagement session!
Love doesn’t have to be so complicated. Capturing the natural connection between two lovers is one reason why I love, love. This engagement session proves, once again, that laughter is, in fact, the best medicine.
The colors from this beach engagement session are literally a dream! Seriously though, it’s like a box of crayons were magically, and creatively splattered everywhere; it was so lovely, that I am almost considering making beaches a requirement for every engagement session moving forward – HA!
Little Cameron didn’t shy away from the camera at all during his session! He and his family were full of energy, love, and fun. Just look at their smiles!
Does cotton candy make you think of all things summer, love, romance and whimsy? Us too! That’s why we are thrilled to share this engagement session featuring our friends at Sweet and Light MN!
There is always a story to tell when it comes to any engagement session! And this session was like no other thus far in my career; if you’d like to hear a tale of a photographer taking a mis-step, quite literally, then read on friends.
Do you need an escape from all of the pandemic talk? Well, look no further, friend – because just when you think you have seen it all, nature, once again, reveals the most beautiful landscapes and settings! Seriously, check out this engagement session I photographed in Colorado!
Do you believe love is waiting for you? Right around the next corner? Well, it’s true. Be patient. In the end, the long wait will be worth it. That’s what happened with these two lovers; and now, their forever together has begun.
Guess what? An elopement ceremony during a pandemic can still make all of your wedding dreams a reality! Yep. I said it. Amidst all of the necessary changes, fear, and immense uncertainty, wedding ceremonies can still be magical, and full of heart – even during a global pandemic. This very elopement ceremony was just that. Magical.
It’s one thing to say you plan to have a blast during your engagement session, and then it’s a whole other thing to actually accomplish it! And this evening engagement session was both romantic and fun with a side of delicious silliness. I couldn’t have asked for a more engaging couple – see what I did there? Hehe – but seriously, they were so much fun!
I am a mother who finds all things pregnancy and motherhood miraculous. And so, maternity sessions are naturally always a special treat for me. The excitement of new life is always palpable; and then capturing the love that parents feel for their child, even before they meet their little one, is truly awe-inspiring.
When traveling out of town for your engagement session, it’s always a good idea to have a back-up plan, just in case inclement weather decides to rear it’s ugly head. Although at this particular engagement session, there was no need for anything, but laughter, a smoldering kiss or two and the sweetest couple, of course.
No matter how much we attempt to plan our lives out step by step or even day by day, life often throws some pretty staggering, yet uncontrollable curve balls in our path. Our circumstances may change and waiver, but how we react to those circumstances can be the real blessing in life. The true meaning behind the joy of life.
My whole life I have experienced an honest, natural connection with children. One that is inexplicably mutual. Comfortability cannot be underestimated for children’s sessions.
There isn’t a lot you can count on with the weather in Minnesota, because the weather tends to fluctuate immensely within each season; however, the one thing you can almost guarantee is our beautiful, Minnesota summers. Seriously, the summers here make the long winter months worth every shoveling endeavor you encounter.
As I pulled into the gravel driveway, the warm, morning sun shined brightly through the partly, cloudy sky; I felt the breeze softly whisper a friendly hello through my sunroof.
It was a breezy, summer evening in the park. The sound of thunder quietly rumbling in the distance.
Gray clouds began darkening the skies; a storm felt imminent.
Trust is the KEY ingredient of any relationship, and this is true for the relationship you share with your wedding photographer! So why stress about one more thing for your wedding, when you can trust a professional?
A bride is typically the leading lady on her wedding day. Everything from the bride’s dress, hair, bouquet, and other delicate details come together to tell her unique story. And these tips will help you choose your unique bridal style!
When it comes to planning a wedding, your budget is one of the first things you will discuss. Addressing these three things will help make your experience more manageable!
The sun was shining brightly through the chalet windows; the cold, brisk winter air moved effortlessly through the surrounding trees, while the zamboni gracefully smoothed over the ice surface of the outdoor skating rink.
While I love capturing couples and all their glorious love, it’s always such a joy for me to capture families and all the qualities that make them uniquely different. I believe that each family dynamic and culture is truly one-of-a-kind.
Are you fearful that your makeup won’t have a lasting, beautiful look on your wedding day without multiple touch-ups? You are not alone! That’s why this guide was created just for you.
Let’s face it, planning a wedding can be extremely overwhelming! Leading up to the day, the day of, and sometimes even after you’ve said goodbye to your last guest, there are so many stressors!
But stress doesn't have to rule your wedding planning! So I’ve compiled a list of my top 5 ways to combat the stress of wedding planning, so you can focus on what really matters - marrying your BEST friend!
Creating artful, bright, timeless photographs is our passion! And we have a knack for making you feel right at home from the very beginning - which leads to not only an unforgettable experience for you, but an incredible gallery to cherish for years to come, as well! You can follow along for more of our story on Instagram!
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