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Helpful tips on what to make with your family photos
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Baby Damien | Newborn Photography Session
This little boy and his sister came to the studio recently to have his newborn photos taken. Older sister did such an amazing job during
How to Photograph Children
Aftеr a wоndеrful dау аt the раrk wіth уоur сhіldrеn, you ѕtор аt thе local оnе hour рhоtо рrосеѕѕоr to drор оff your fіlm. Yоu
Fun & Entеrtаіnіng Baby Shоwеr Games
Whаt’ѕ mоrе trаdіtіоnаl than gаmеѕ аt a baby ѕhоwеr? Bаbу ѕhоwеr gаmеѕ аrе a gооd way tо рrоvіdе еntеrtаіnmеnt. Thеrе are ѕоmе trаdіtіоnаl gаmеѕ that
Bеttеr Pictures wіth Your Dіgіtаl Cаmеrа
By Giliane Mansfeldt Photography іѕ аbоut knowing уоur саmеrа аnd knоwіng hоw tо lооk fоr thе angels, lіghting and framing, so your picture lооkѕ аѕ gооd at
How to Get Great Photos Every Time
Whаt аrе уоur memories of a fаmіlу photo ѕhооtѕ? Arе they оf dressing up іn your bеѕt сlоthеѕ and ѕіttіng uncomfortably fоr hоurѕ іn a
Newborn Photography: A Beginners Guide
Whether it’s your passion for photography or your love for newborns or both that has led you here, know that capturing newborn portraits will turn
A big sister and her little brother, Newborn Photography, Saint Paul Minnesota
This adorable little girl came to the studio to show off her cute baby brother. They already have such a special bond. She loves taking
Let’s Make your own DIY Newborn Headband
By Giliane Mansfeldt Baby hair, while adorable, can be difficult to tame. Once you start paying attention, it’s easy to figure out that there’s a
Recent Newborn Photography Session at the studio in Saint Paul Minnesota
A few favorites from one of the recent newborn photography sessions here at the studio. Spread the word
Should I Hire a Professional Photographer to Document My Event?
By Giliane Mansfeldt If you’re on the fence about whether or not to hire someone to photograph your event, consider these reasons: Let’s say the
The basics of Studio Lighting
By Giliane Mansfeldt Light is one of the most important aspects of photography, both in terms of what you can see in the photo itself,
The Average Age of having a Baby in the U.S.?
By Giliane Mansfeldt Having a baby is exciting and it’s also a huge responsibility. when you have a first child can make a difference, not only
How many hours do I need to book my photographer for?
By Giliane Mansfeldt SHARE One of our most frequently asked questions is: How long should I book my wedding photographer for? This is a great
Careers in Photography
From exotic locales to magazine covers to newspapers, a career in photography will allow you to unleash your creativity and to choose exactly how you
Importance of Family Photography
Family portraits are so important; they are the most tangible piece of your legacy. We need to make sure we archive our history. It’s
The Benefits of Exercise for Pregnant Women – Part 2
In this continuing blog series of exercise for pregnant women, we look at what types of exercise can benefit a woman while she is pregnant.
The Benefits of Exercise for Pregnant Women
In this two part blog series, we will discuss the benefits of exercise for women who are pregnant. Pregnancy is a very wonderful thing. As
7 Tips for Preparing for Your Summer Session
You know we’re ready for a hot summer, but are you? Here are seven ways you can make sure your summer portrait session goes off
7 Ideas for Sentimental Newborn Photography Props
Need some inspiration when picking out props for your Newborn Photography session? Want to make it unique and personal? Check out these great ideas for
The significance of the first look
Many of my couples ask me whether or not they should have a first look. If you’re reading this, you’re probably wondering the same thing.
7 Tips to take the stress out of picture day
When it comes to family picture day, a lot of stress is typically associated with days leading up to the session. We’re here to help
8 clothing tips/ideas for maternity sessions
Not sure what to wear for your maternity session? Check out these great tips to help you prepare: 1. Remember, the main purpose of this
The Pre-Session Warm Up
I just wanted to take a minute to talk about the importance of the pre-session warm up. What is this, you might ask? This is
7 Tips for Preparing for Your Spring Session
We’ve gone ahead and given you some tips to ensure your day is stress free and flawless for your spring session. Listen up! 1. Wear
Choosing the best way to display photos in your home
Now that your session is over, it’s time to decide where you are going to put your photos and what will look best in your