MINNEAPOLIS AND TWIN CITIES AREA FAMILY PHOTOGRAPHER

Capturing the love and connection in your family

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Black and white photo of a smiling woman lying on a blanket with a baby, while a man reclines nearby on grass.
A family of four posing in a field with tall grass and trees, featuring two adults and two children smiling at the camera. The scene is illuminated by sunlight filtering through the trees.
Two boys standing in a grassy field with tall trees in the background, wearing navy blue shirts and khaki pants.
A family of four walking along a grassy path next to a rustic red barn in a rural landscape with trees and tall plants under sunlight.
Two smiling boys posing together, one hugging the other from behind, in a black and white portrait. The boy in the front is wearing a collared shirt and tie.
Two young girls in dresses sitting on a wooden fence, watching the sunset in a grassy field with trees.
Family of four enjoying fall outdoors under a large tree with orange leaves, standing on a leaf-strewn ground.
A smiling young boy with glasses and short blonde hair, wearing a tan sweater, outdoors in a garden with greenery.
A girl and a boy walking down a dirt path through an overgrown garden at sunset, surrounded by trees and bushes.
A family of six posing on the grass in a garden with colorful flowers and autumn trees in the background, smiling at the camera.
Two children lying on the ground surrounded by autumn leaves, smiling at the camera. One girl with brown hair and glasses, the other boy with short blond hair, both dressed in fall clothes.
A smiling family of three standing outdoors in autumn, surrounded by colorful fall leaves and trees.
Family of six sitting on grass in a garden with colorful flowers and trees in background, smiling at the camera.
Two children, a girl with glasses and a boy, lying on the ground covered with fallen autumn leaves, smiling at the camera.

What to expect

Outdoor lifestyle family session

Outdoor family sessions are truly a wonderful experience and last up to 90 minutes. While it may seem long, I can assure you that it passes quickly and is well worth it! Parents are often surprised that children look forward ot the next session. I make sure it’s low-stress and fun, and I want the kids to feel important and be themselves. This all translates to genuine expressions and good memories from the experience.

During this family session, we will blend lifestyle photography with traditional family poses. Usually held at some of the most beautiful locations in the Twin Cities and surrounding suburbs. Locations are selected for their diverse foliage, backgrounds, and other elements to create a large, varied gallery of images. Most sessions are conducted within 1-2 hours before sunset, but I know that late in the day can be challenging with young children, so I’m happy to accommodate an earlier time if needed.

The studio sessions offer more flexibility in timing and will feature more posed portraiture with solid backdrops and simple wooden props. These sessions always include my signature black-and-white child portraits as well.

The Day In The Life Session

These sessions are particularly unique and memorable. I’ll come to your home for about four hours and document daily life. It sounds simple, and it is in a way, but there is beauty in that simplicity. I’ll gently set up or direct moments so they’re still authentic; many happen on their own. We can be indoors and outdoors, moments in the kitchen to playing in the yard, to the children's play area, and other sweet, simple moments. This session can also be used for a day at the cabin!

Extended Family Sessions

Only a few of these are offered each year. Please don't hesitate to contact us to inquire about availability and discuss the number of attendees and your goals for the session. Typically, these sessions last about four hours.

What’s Included

Every family photography session is designed to be enjoyable and stress-free. Here’s what you can expect:

  • Easy online booking

  • Complimentary design and planning call/Zoom

  • Session prep guide

  • Wardrobe consultation via Zoom or send me photos

  • Private online gallery

  • Optional Zoom gallery review

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Two young children sitting on a grassy path surrounded by autumn foliage.

Sarah J.

“Lisa’s outdoor family sessions are simply magical. She captured our family perfectly, and the album we created from the session is something we’ll treasure forever. The kids had so much fun, and the whole experience was stress-free and enjoyable. Lisa has a true gift for making everyone feel comfortable and bringing out the best in each of us.”

FAMILY SESSION FAQ

The most frequently asked questions about our family sessions!

  • Simply click the "Request a Session " link, select your session type, and preferred date. If the date is available, I will confirm, and once the retainer is paid, I’ll send out for pre-session information like the questionnaire and prep guide.

    Or click the Contact button and I will reach out to you within one day to follow up!

  • Cloudy weather is preferable, but rain or strong winds are not! If we need to cancel, we will work with you to select a new date for the session.

  • Yes! We love having the family dogs at sessions. Please check with us to ensure they’re allowed, but most of the locations we use permit dogs.

    TIP: Arrive early and let your dog get familiar and sniff around well before the session. Also, tire your dog out before the session!

  • Usually, children do very well at these sessions because they’re low-stress, and I love working with kids and making them feel welcome.

    Please follow the advice to avoid putting pressure on children. Don’t ask them to smile or to continually repeat the directions I give. Trust the process! I may ask parents to step out of eyesight briefly.

  • We have a generous cancellation policy. If you are unable to attend the session, it may be rescheduled, based on availability, or kept as a credit to use towards any other session. The retainer is nonrefundable but may be applied toward another session of any kind.

  • We do not typically provide raw files or unedited images. If you really want the RAW files and all rights, there is a large fee per image.

    The gallery will be culled down to 25-35 images. All will be retouched. You can select and download the number of photos included in your package, and there is an option to purchase additional photos.

  • Your image gallery will be delivered within two weeks of your session.

    You may select images/products online, and I am happy to do a gallery review and ordering session with you via Zoom.

  • I offer only the finest products available. Choose from prints to fine art albums and wall art.

    The albums, folio boxes, and image boxes are made at alb in Europe.

    The Gallery wraps are from Guild, widely known to be the best available, and I have access to slim profile, which most photographers cannot order.

    The frames are, and the fine art prints are from the premier lab for these items in the US.

    We do not sell the typical albums and artwork you see in the industry. These will last for generations.