We had an amazing night at the wedding workshop last weekend. We had so much fun capturing two couples. Our first couple was a vintage bride and groom and the weather, light, and location were perfect! I love teaching photography and inspiring new photographers to grown in their gifting and passion...teaching wedding workshops let's me focus on something I love to capture!
Some of my clients have become friends. I can't help it. I see them every year and I get to watch their families grow and change and I get to capture sweet moments. I feel like I know them. Often the kids want me to join them for dinner after the shoot and that always makes me smile. This family holds a special place in my heart. Sometimes that happens and it's a treasure. They are very easy to love!
Did I mention I've traveled to England 12 times over the years? And, it's still magical for me! Here's why: I never stop going to new places, trying new foods, exploring different museums, and soaking up every moment. Well, the most important part is the people I see when I visit. London, England has been a place for me to meet up with friends I've met all over the world. We've vacationed, traveled, and sung together...so, you can see why I keep going back. This trip we explored the tower of London, Westminster Abbey, a cruise down the Thames river, and we even saw royals drive by in a parade!
If you missed it here's the first post! Sometimes you have to be silly and pretend to models...right?
I've been to England 12 times in my life. I've traveled the whole country and I never tire of it. The English Classics are in my blood and everywhere I look I see scenes from a movie/book I love! On top of that, my sister lives there and when I visit we spend the time talking and using London as the background for one long conversation. I love to travel! I love to be brave and explore new lands...but, I also love that I get to stay with friends when I'm there. But, just so you know traveling with a photographer can be hard work...sometimes I make my travel companions pose for pics AND I have to have good light AND I might make you take the same shot 10 times! But, I think they still love me afterwards. :) Enjoy these pics of Eltham Palace - Did you know King Henry IV spent time there as a child? Yup, true. That's what happens when you listen to the guide...you learn crazy awesome facts! The grounds were so beautiful...but, wait until you see the gold bathroom!!!! And yes, we played dress up! Good times.
Here's a quote from their English Heritage Site:
"Eltham is a unique marriage between a medieval and Tudor palace and a 1930s millionaire’s mansion. From the 14th to the 16th century it was an important royal palace, where monarchs often stayed and hunted in the surrounding parks. After centuries of neglect, Eltham was leased to Stephen and Virginia Courtauld in 1933, who built an up-to-the-minute house here that incorporated the great hall. The result was a masterpiece of 20th-century design."
This summer has been so beautiful. I love taking family portraits during the week and shooting weddings on weekend. Centennial Lakes is a great location for family photography because it offers tons of different background within a short walking distance! I'm loving shooting there at the moment. I met the Gaurmaccia family early one morning and we had a great time capturing their sweet stage of life.
Enjoy!
The weather has been really unpredictable lately. When I schedule senior photos I do my best not to let the weather interfere, and once we start the shoot it's hard to stop! (Way too much fun!) But, then it went from spitting, kinda raining, to pouring and even then, Nat was amazing! She didn't care and totally got into the umbrella pictures. Not gonna lie, this is kinda a dream come true for photographers who love shooting in all kinds of weather :) We had fun. and I love the pictures we got from that rainy night...
rainy night!
What are Mini Sessions with NoemiPhotography?
-20 minute portrait session
When are the Fall Mini Sessions?
- Saturday, Oct. 8th
Where will the Mini Sessions be captured this fall?
- Minnesota Harvest in Jordan, MN! Your Mini Session could include anything from: pumpkins, rows of apple trees, stacks of hay, animal rides, wagon rides and more.
What times are available?
- Sessions will begin at 9 AM and end at 5pm (Only 5 spaces left!)
How do Mini Sessions work?
- Sessions will start on the hour and the half hour and are 20 minutes max in length.
- Available to groups up to 4 people max (kids, families, couples, headshots) If your family has more then 4 people…you may require two Mini Session spots to make sure we have time. Contact me for more details.
- Assorted posed and candid shots (Feel free to bring a few props of your own)
Mini Sessions are
$250.00 plus tax for 10 images
or
$300.00 plus tax for 15 images.
- 20 minute session
- Online ordering gallery
- All files will be delivered electronically
NOTE: Mini Session purchase is non-refundable.
There are clients that become friends and there are friends that become clients. The Stennes family is very close to my heart. There were friends first and then awesome clients. I love them...a lot. Taking family portraits with four kids isn't easy, but add heat and humidity and it's a little harder. I like having time to slow down the session and be able to get great moments (even though we had a bee sting, sidewalk spills and 2 year old meltdowns :) Family portraits are hard work, but they are so worth it. Eryn understands the importance of dressing for photo shoot. She has yearly photos from previous shoots hanging all over her home. And here the first one! I love it when clients (and friends) keep coming back for family portraits! Thank you!
I love Centennial Lakes. (even more lately cause I've realized it's a PokemonGo hot spot :) This family had a reunion and celebrated with photos! I like that kind of party.
Summer nights in Prior Lake have been absolutely beautiful...even better when I get to capture gorgeous family portraits. Wedding and portraits is my day job, but it's getting to know the clients I love most! Enjoy!
I love joining a party. I got to know the bride and groom from our fun engagement shoot and her family made this wedding dear to my heart! I have shot many weddings at the Mill City Museum and it's one of my favorite venues in the Twin Cities. There are so many beautiful options for photography along the river and with skyline as a background is perfection! Here's some of my favorite moments from their wedding day:
Remember the rain we had last weekend? Can you imagine waking up on the day of your wedding and seeing it pour outside knowing you've planned an outdoor reception? That's what happened to Suzelle and Jonathan. I had met them at our their engagement shoot and immediately fell in love with them, their story, their sweet sentiment...they are such romantics! I was so looking forward to seeing them again at their wedding. I wanted everything to perfect. I didn't want the rain to ruin anything. One of the benefits of being a wedding photographer for 14 years is that I've shot in every kind of weather and I know I can get beautiful pictures no matter what. Sometimes the bride and groom need a little convincing when the weather is at it's worst. But, Minnesota weather is unpredictable and by the evening the sun was out and the party was raging! It was perfect and I'm so thankful I had a part in their beautiful day.
Enjoy this sneak peak of their wedding photos.
A wedding is something to celebrate! 2 families coming together is amazing to capture. I'm always honored to be asked to come and be a apart of these precious moments. I can't wait for Alex and Larry's wedding! It's going to be so beautiful...
I have known this family for years and they are very close to my heart. Taking their family portraits was my privilege. My family lives in 3 countries and I've lived in Minnesota for the last 16 years, so I have friends that are like family. The Lindsay's are wonderful...and they make really cute kids!
I love the St. Olaf grounds and buildings. Northfield is such a beautiful little town with tons of charm. I jump at the chance of shooting weddings there. The Grand is an adorable old theatre converted event center for such occasions like this! It was a gorgeous day for Martha and Nathaniel's wedding and I'm so thankful I got to be a part of it. Here's some of my favorite moments of the day:
I love starting my day with a family willing to get up early to capture morning light for family portraits! This family was adorable. We had a blast and the weather was perfect! Gotta love Minnesota in the summer :) ENJOY!
YEAH! MINI SESSIONS ARE BACK!
What are Mini Sessions with NoemiPhotography?
-20 minute portrait session
When are the summer Mini Sessions?
- For those who want last minute: Saturday, June 25th, 2016
AND
- For those who like to plan ahead: Saturday, August 27th, 2016
(I will be adding a fall date. Please let me know if you prefer to wait and you'll be the first to know when the date is scheduled)
Where will the Mini Sessions be captured this summer?
- The beauty of small town Minnesota will be the background for your family portraits this year.
What times are available?
- Sessions will begin at 9 AM and will be booked on a first-come, first-serve basis (space is limited)
How do Mini Sessions work?
- Sessions will start on the hour and the half hour and are 20 minutes max in length.
- Available to groups up to 4 people max (kids, families, couples, headshots) If your family has more then 4 people…you may require two Mini Session spots to make sure we have time OR a custom portrait session. Contact me for more details.
- Assorted posed and candid shots (Feel free to bring a few props of your own)
Family Portrait Photography
Mini Sessions are $250.00 plus tax
- 20 minute session
- 10 digital files and print release
- Online ordering gallery
- All files will be delivered electronically
NOTE: Payment is due when booking.
As always, mini sessions are open for current clients first...I'll be opening to the public on Monday. So, if you know anyone looking to update family portraits, headshots, or couples, please let them know about the dates. I really appreciate all the referrals you've given me over the years...it means I get to continue to do what I love.
I can't wait to see have your family has grown and changed!
Talk to you soon,
Noemi
The Summit Manor is one of my favorite locations to shoot weddings! It's so beautiful. I feel like I walk into a different time and it feels magical. Dagny and Tim were such an easy couple to work with. We had an incredible day and here's some photos ...
