Stephanie and Jake were married at the beautiful Bruentrup Heritage Farms!   It's a sweet and hidden gem right in Maplewood, MN. 

Stephanie had their best man dress up and sneak in to do his own first look with the groom and it was an incredibly hilarious moment!   

The couple thought of every little detail and I am excited to share all the vendors that helped make this day absolutely perfect!

Venue: Bruentrup Heritage Farm
Catering: This Little Piggy Catering
DJ: Funky Turtle DJ Service
Florals: Etsy
Wedding Stationary: West and Pine
Dessert: Muddy Paws Cheesecake &Brenda's Cupcakes
Hair and Makeup: Plush Beauty Lounge
Transportation: Renee's Limousines
Gowns: Luxe Bridal & Davids Bridal
Suits: Generation Tux
​Rings: Shane Co.

Are you lucky enough to have a child that whines and complains about getting updated photos?  

Are you frustrated at picking out adorable clothes they bitch about the entire car ride there?

Are you that parent that bribes their kids with a million treats and a unicorn if they just smile once?

Do you dread feeling defeated and scream/cry in the bathroom when it's over?

Well, you're not alone.   And, you're never going to feel like this is a pleasant experience if it keeps trending this way. 

I have come up with the ultimate experience and it's proving to be so E. A. S. Y!  
Yes, PHOTOS THAT ARE EASY!!!   REPEAT AFTER ME... MY KID WILL LOVE THIS SESSION.


OKAY, so here are the details. 

You tell your kid they have to do photos for T E N (10)  minutes.  

They pick out whatever outfit THEY  want. 

You drive them to my studio with their favorite music on and NO THREATS OF BEHAVING OR SMILING NICE will be heard along the way.

They show up feeling zero pressure because you haven't put any on yourself or them.

They roll in.  
I get them into doing my silly stuff and YOU yield a fist full (maybe two) of amazing photos that actually  look like them!     

To throw in a bonus, have your kids sit down with you when the gallery is live and let them pick their favorites.   Sprinkle a few of these photos around the house or in their room.   It's an experience that changes everything you thought you knew about photos!

It's brilliant.  It's Easy.   It's COME AS YOU ARE.

5 out of 5 kids agree, "It's great when mom doesn't threaten me."


Now booking online at www.emilytheisenphotography.com/portraits
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OH. MY. GOODNESS.  This sweetie and her proud big siblings were so much fun to work with.  I met these guys when we moved to Buffalo and their mama runs Kid's Haven Preschool in Buffalo.  

They are darling, well-behaved, and so so snuggly.    I love that Missy + her hubby make one child; they all look the exact same!  Do you agree?

Click the read more button below to see all the photos from Brynley's half birthday milestone.  Of course, we had to grab some shots of the bigs... They were way too entertaining not to!

enjoy.

I first met this adorable family when their sweet boy was just a newborn!  I could not have been more happy for them.    Since their session, they have had been on a wild ride.   
I don't want to make this post all about their journey but would love to share their story with you here if you want to learn more: Good Morning America
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Fast forward to late March 2021, and they were welcoming another sweet child to their family!  It was a sweet girl they call MILLIE!!!
I am so impressed with Hoyt's love and genuine interest in his little sister and can't wait to see her grow up, too!      Hoyt man stole the show with his GIGANTIC smiles and totally rocked some standing photos with the help of my new favorite clear chair!

Hit that read more button below to see more favorites from their session.

enjoy.

Are you lucky enough to have a child that whines and complains about getting updated photos?  

Are you frustrated at picking out adorable clothes they bitch about the entire car ride there?

Are you that parent that bribes their kids with a million treats and a unicorn if they just smile once?

Do you dread feeling defeated and scream/cry in the bathroom when it's over?

Well, you're not alone.   And, you're never going to feel like this is a pleasant experience if it keeps trending this way. 

I have come up with the ultimate experience and it's proving to be so E. A. S. Y!  
Yes, PHOTOS THAT ARE EASY!!!   REPEAT AFTER ME... MY KID WILL LOVE THIS SESSION.


OKAY, so here are the details. 

You tell your kid they have to do photos for T E N (10)  minutes.  

They pick out whatever outfit THEY  want. 

You drive them to my studio with their favorite music on and NO THREATS OF BEHAVING OR SMILING NICE will be heard along the way.

They show up feeling zero pressure because you haven't put any on yourself or them.

They roll in.  
I get them into doing my silly stuff and YOU yield a fist full (maybe two) of amazing photos that actually  look like them!     

To throw in a bonus, have your kids sit down with you when the gallery is live and let them pick their favorites.   Sprinkle a few of these photos around the house or in their room.   It's an experience that changes everything you thought you knew about photos!

It's brilliant.  It's Easy.   It's COME AS YOU ARE.

5 out of 5 kids agree, "It's great when mom doesn't threaten me."


Now booking online at www.emilytheisenphotography.com/portraits

This sweet boy was my first newborn of 2021!  Yes, this a very overdue blog : ) 

I love the prop mama and daddy brought it  - click "read more" below to see the full post.    Daddy works for his family company and I'm told they gift every newborn boy a Tonka tuck with their logo.   How stinking cute is this?!!?

I just love the sweet snuggles of first time parents and mama was looking AH_MAZING for just having a babe!   How is it that all of you look so fab?!?!  I was a hot mess EVERY. SINGLE. TIME!  

I digress....   

Congratulations to this sweet family!  
Hit that read more button to see all the photos!  

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This sweet little lady celebrated in the studio with the most adorable naked cake - made by Grandma's Apron - go check them out on Facebook if you don't already follow!

She rocked her spring look with soft pastels and the cutest little denim top.    Then she pulled off the most adorable black, white, and yellow dress I have ever seen.   I don't know about you but I always see these cute toddler outfits and wish they were in my size!  Life is so unfair sometimes : ) 

So excited to share these adorable looks and her wonderful milestone with you. 

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These three are such a blast!  I first met the gals when I did a model call a while back and they have been such an amazing group to work with since.   I love their style and totally love when daddies wear their ball caps.   What do you think?  Yay or Nay?   I always prefer personality over tradition so if you want to bring a hat, rock it!!

Big sister was having too much fun taunting us with her silliness but, again, totally here for it.   Kids are so fun and chaotic. Let's not burn out their light too early in life. 

Oh, and the most exciting part!   THEY HAD A BOY!!!  
Congratulations you guys!! I am so happy to help capture this milestone.

enjoy.

These sweet girls came into the studio with full intentions to run the show!  They have incredible personalities and I loved every second of it.   Big sister was funny and silly while the little sis was bold with her beautiful red hair and wanted to put her socks on and leave the majority of the session.   

I so appreciate parents who allow me to do my work and capture their kiddos as-is.   Every day with littles is so different and I live for it.   Enjoy!

I met Debbi at my crossfit gym and adore the crap out of her.   Believe it or not, she is in her 70s and looking at least 20 years less.   Good health, and loved-well is looking great on her!   

We scheduled her with hair and makeup at my studio and then shot at a location near their home.   Vince got us in the truck and tore through the woods to find a beautiful gem of a location.     We had many laughs and they danced like no one was watching - literally!

I did ask them what the did when they first started dating and Debbi giggled.   Her reply was, "We didn't do much.  We just got high and stared at each other."   The best reply I may have ever heard.

The way Vince still looks at Debbi is goals.   He nibbled her neck and was playful with his touches like a 20 year boy.   
I am obsessed with their sweet glances, annoyed giggles, and authentic love for each other. 

Help me wish them a very happy 50TH wedding anniversary!

YOU GUYS!  I had an incredible time with Jen and Wade!  
There were so many stories and giggles between them.  Maybe it was the tasty brews at Goad Ridge Brewing Co. in New London, MN or they just have the perfect relationship!    
While we were shooting, there was a couple eyeballing us (in a good way) and I thought they were annoyed with us BUT it turns out they were as fond as them as I am because they picked up the tab!   What a treat!

We then adventured around the town finding a unique crabby boy on a bike mural.   We couldn't decide if it was cool or not!    While we were shooting, Jen got a little wild with her hands and hit her darling square in the (you know where) - you've got to see the photo (you bet I am sharing it!  ha, ha!)   Then they saw the cutest little pup hang out the window and Jen's face screamed, "WE NEED A PUPPY!" 

We finished up the shoot at the most serene little dock area and they got pretty competitive in the water which was the perfect ending to the evening with these sweethearts.   

I am obsessed with their personalities, her hair, and can not wait for the wedding.   They are a match 100%!!

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I've known Andy (the dad) for a long time.  He's a wedding DJ and has grown into quite the hubby and daddy over the years.  Erin (mama) is absolutely lovely and I can't get over how she gorgeous she looks after having sweet little Eliza!!!   Sweet big bro was incredibly patient and loving towards his baby sister and snuggled her without hesitation.   I'll cross my fingers he'll stay like this during her toddler stage : ) 

Enjoy!

What an incredible surprise it was to receive a call from mama to photograph these twins!   I had the pleasure of working with their parents on their wedding day years ago was so bummed they had moved out of the state for the past few years.    Just before these darlings were born, mama and daddy with the big fur siblings moved back to MN and I could not be happier!!!   
​Isla + Isaac were so snuggly and peaceful during their entire session.   Right when daddy had to make a work call, they woke up and needed to be fed.  Isn't that how the stars always seem to align?!?!  

​enjoy!