Andrew & Caryn | Elope

Posted on February 6, 2017February 6, 2017 Posted in Photography | Photographer | BusinessTagged Bride, Como, Conservatory, Details, elope, family, Groom, location, Minnesota, mn photographer, Photography, ring, St. Paul, tropical gardens, wedding, wedding venueLeave a comment

My first Elopement & my first time professionally shooting Como Conservatory || both firsts were ones I will never forget! This venue is Ah-Mazing to photograph in and lets be real, eloping is Totally the way to go!

Surrounded by tropical plants, a mini heat wave on the coldest day of 2017, supported by the Bride & Groom’s immediate family gave this happy couple the marriage they always wanted // full gallery here

Check out their crazy cat on Instagram : Slick Loui

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Winter Wedding // #MaryxRyan

Posted on January 28, 2017January 28, 2017 Posted in Photography | Photographer | BusinessTagged 2017, art, comic book, cupcakes, etsy, family, handmade, happy, Life, Love, Minnesota, modcloth, nerd, photographer, photos, red, roses, St. Paul, sweeneys saloon, vintage, wedding, wedding cupcakes, Wedding Photography, winter, winter weddingLeave a comment

Winter weddings hold a special place in my heart. I was married in the winter. When the Groom (longtime friend) approached me to shoot their winter wedding at the same venue that I got married at, I could not say Yes! fast enough! The day was filled with love, laughter and a whole lot of nerd-erific decor, handmade by the Bride. Including her shoe details!! To see true love is what makes a wedding photographer’s job so easy, the love they have for each other filled the candle lit room. Their guests and families had bellies full of tacos and laughed with and at the newlyweds! I personally had a great time, being able to witness your friend commit his life to his perfect gal is life’s greatest gift! I am so happy they found each other!

Venue // Sweeney’s Saloon

Cupcakes // Uptown Girl Cupcakes & Desserts

Unity Stamp // made by the Bride

Bouquets // The Vintage Owl

Cake Topper // Chick Design Boutique

Groom’s Vintage Blazer // Bright Closet

Wedding Dress // ModCloth

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Putting it all together

Posted on September 20, 2016 Posted in Home | Living | Breathing, Photography | Photographer | Business, UncategorizedTagged art, Artist, artists, daughter, Eagan, Editorial, editorial photography, Families, family, Fashion, friendship, happiness, home, inspiration, journal, Life, Love, Minneapolis, Minnesota, mother, motherhood, Olive, photographer, Photography, professional photographer, small business, St. Paul, travel, Twin Cites, Twin CitiesLeave a comment

It’s the wee hours of the night. The glow of my office light hitting the dark silence on my house, sweet banjo riffs spewing out of my speakers and I’m laid out on the floor with portraits, magazines, pinterest quotes and scissors. I am directing.

Late night thoughts // the wind down

I am directing a life that provides a path of creativity and exploration. I will never have the same schedule everyday, I will embrace change, I will lead as a role model for a younger generation of women, I will create.

“Motivation and coffee have something in common, they both want more than what’s expected of them.”

Cup :: Acowsay Cinema

Photo :: Amy Colleen Photography

Read :: A Story

Focus

Posted on September 6, 2016 Posted in Photography | Photographer | Business, UncategorizedTagged Artist, dinner, Eagan, Editorial, editorial photography, family, First, Food, friends, happiness, home, inspiration, Love, milestones, Minnesota, Minnesota Bride, Olive, photographer, Photography, Photography | Photographer | Business, professional photographer, small business, St. Paul, Twin CitiesLeave a comment

Always write in pencil, nothing is forever.

Mother & Daughter Gallery

Posted on September 3, 2016 Posted in Photography | Photographer | Business, UncategorizedTagged art, Artist, artists, babies, Eagan, Editorial, editorial photography, Families, family, friendship, home, inspiration, Life, Minnesota, mother, photographer, Photography, professional photographer, small business, St. Paul, Twin CitiesLeave a comment

Michaela Rae presents || Mother & Daughter is a photographic series of women from the same genetic tree that celebrates familiar similarities and differences. This series will strive to illustrate each unique mother-daughter dynamic by capturing their interactions, emotions and relationships with each other.

Thursday, October 6, 2016 || 6:00-9:00

Q.arma Building || 1224 Quincy St NE, Minneapolis

Autumn’s Vintage | Shake Creative Media

Posted on April 28, 2016April 28, 2016 Posted in Photography | Photographer | BusinessTagged ally girls, art, consulting, Creative, drone, event planner, Fashion, media, Minneapolis, Minnesota, minnesota fashion, minnesota fashion week, photographer, Photography, production, royal krew, runway, second hand, Shake Creative Media, show, St. Paul, Twin Cities, twin cities fashion, vintageLeave a comment

Autumn’s Vintage || Shake Creative Media || Reali Runway || Royal Krew

Ally Girls

Posted on April 28, 2016April 28, 2016 Posted in Photography | Photographer | Business, UncategorizedTagged ally girls, Artist, editorial photography, event planning, local talent, magazine, Minneapolis, Minnesota, model behavior, model. photographer, modeling agency, performer, published, royal krew, St. Paul, Twin Cities, vogueLeave a comment

ALLY GIRLS

Professional models available for print/video/runway/live events.

Send email to mplsallygirls@gmail.com

The Yotter Nuptials || Minnesota Summer Wedding

Posted on August 17, 2015August 17, 2015 Posted in Photography | Photographer | BusinessTagged Beer, Bride, Cheesecake, Children, family, Groom, hot pink, Local Beer, Love my Job, Minnesota, Minnesota Bride, MNBride, MNPhotography, Nuptials, Photography, Portrait, St. Paul, St.Paul Hotel, Summer Wedding, The Happy Gnome, Wedding Photography, wedding ringsLeave a comment

In 2008 I meet Tyler and Tisha. We all worked together and became pretty good friends. Tisha and I had a couple Ladies Nights out on the town, a lot of laughs and some great memories. Tyler and I also had a couple good happy hours and a common 311 interest that sparked conversation. But it wasn’t until he became a manager of mine that I gained the utmost respect for him. His laid back groove was contagious and you couldn’t help feeling relaxed by his presence.

Their wedding day was an exact mix of them, laid back with tons of laughs and filled with memories. The Happy Gnome provided the space, everything from the neutral color scheme, beautiful bar, extensive beer list and delicious meal did not disappoint. Tyler’s mom provided the cheesecake for a little something sweet. Oh man, you haven’t had cheesecake until you get a slice of this! Visit her at The Rustic Cafe.

Saying how honored I feel to have been a part of this wedding is an understatement. Tyler & Tisha reminded me why I love a photograph so much. Marriage is such a commitment, it’s nice to have a frozen memory to remind you where the journey all started.

Bring out the best in each other always.

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