this is where the art gets personal

Every story starts here—before the light, before the camera, before we even know what the day will hold.

You don’t have to have the right words or the perfect plan; you just have to reach out.

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weddings

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couples and engagements

Note: A complimentary engagement session is included in all wedding collections. If you're hoping to book me for your wedding, as well, please select the 'Weddings' contact form, instead.

FAMILIES

branding

This part right here is the art, too: the noticing, the beginning, the pause before the picture.
 
Choose your story below, fill out the details, and send it my way! I can’t wait to hear what chapter you’re in, what season you’re living, and what art might come from it.

This part right here is the art, too: the noticing, the beginning, the pause before the picture.
 
Choose your story below, fill out the details, and send it my way! I can’t wait to hear what chapter you’re in, what season you’re living, and what art might come from it.

couples + engagements

weddings

families

branding

weddings

now booking 2027

couples and engagements

Note: A complimentary engagement session is included in all wedding collections. If you're hoping to book me for your wedding, as well, please select the 'Weddings' contact form, instead.

FAMILIES

branding

frequently asked questions

when can we expect to receive our final gallery?

I know how eager you’ll be to relive it all—but I also believe your gallery deserves to be curated with the same care it took to create it. During peak wedding season, full galleries take about 6–8 weeks to deliver, each image edited, color graded, and polished by hand until it feels just right. Once everything’s ready, you’ll receive a PicTime gallery link with every image in high resolution—ready to download, share, and keep forever. If time is top of your priority list, a faster delivery option is available as a wedding add-on.

For all other sessions, turnaround is typically 3–4 weeks.

how many photos can we anticipate?

Every story looks a little different—every wedding, every family, every quiet in-between moment. The number of photos I deliver depends on the rhythm of the day, the light, the movement, and everything that unfolds in between. My promise: you’ll receive every image that tells the story well. Nothing important gets left behind.

For weddings, that usually means around 75–100 hand-edited images per hour—each one refined, true-to-color, and crafted to bring you right back to the moment.

For sessions like families, maternity, and newborns, you can expect a beautifully curated gallery of 50+ final images that feel as natural and layered as the day itself.

how long will we have access to our gallery?

You’ll have full access to your PicTime gallery for one year after delivery. I always recommend immediately downloading your images to at least two safe places—a hard drive and a cloud service like Google Photos—so your memories live somewhere you can trust.

And please, don’t let them stay digital forever! Print them through your gallery’s shop, hang them, hold them, let them exist in the real world!

what does it look like to customize a wedding collection?

It’s collaborative from start to finish. On your consultation call, we’ll talk through what you value most—coverage, film, timing, the whole feel of the day—and build your collection around it. When you receive your proposal, you'll have the option to add-on to your heart's content, truly building a bespoke package. Think of it as a choose-your-own-adventure for your wedding story.

can we add film to our collection?

Absolutely, please do! You can add as many rolls of film as you’d like—each one holds 36 frames of color, light, and everything in between. Choose black and white, color, or a mix of both.

Both wedding collections already includes film, but if you love that tangible, nostalgic feel as much as I do, you'll want to consider the Silvergrain Collection. Of course, you can always add more rolls, too. Your film images will be scanned, edited, and delivered right alongside your digital gallery—seamless, cohesive, and full of texture.

are you open to working with a videographer?

Absolutely. I love collaborating with videographers and believe photo and film can complement each other beautifully. If you already have someone in mind, I’ll make sure we work seamlessly together throughout the day. And if you’re still looking, I have a list of trusted videographers whose work and presence align perfectly with my approach—happy to share recommendations anytime.

do you provide a second shooter?

A second shooter is included in The Silvergrain Collection, making sure every angle and in-between moment is captured.

For The Artisan Edit, a second shooter is an optional add-on. I’ll recommend it if it suits your timeline or vision, like when you want both perspectives of a first look or coverage in two places at once. They’re also helpful for creating more opportunities for creativity and candids in a final gallery! It’s all about building the right team for the way your day unfolds.

do you travel?

I do! Most of my work happens in Minnesota and the surrounding Midwest, but I’m always up for documenting art wherever it unfolds—whether that’s the North Shore or a chateau in France.

Travel within 60 miles of the Twin Cities is included. Beyond that, additional fees will apply for mileage, lodging, or airfare depending on location. I’ll always give you a clear estimate before you book.

do you offer sneak peeks?

For weddings—yes! You’ll receive a preview gallery within one week so you can relive a few highlights while the full story is still being edited. For sessions, I skip sneak peeks so you get your full gallery even faster. It keeps the workflow smooth and the excitement fresh when everything arrives at once.

how do you describe your photography style?

A blend of documentary and cinematic storytelling—honest moments, artfully composed. My editing is true-to-color and film-inspired, pairing digital for the fast, fleeting seconds with film for the slower, more deliberate ones. The result: timeless imagery that feels like memory, not just proof.

what will my experience look like?

DO YOU SELL PRINTS?

Yes! You can order high-quality prints and albums directly through your PicTime gallery—beautifully made and true to color. If you’re dreaming of something more custom, I also design heirloom albums through Redtree: linen, leather, or velvet covers, thick fine-art pages, and layouts designed to feel like your story, bound.

the good stuff

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"Had my maternity photos done by Michaela and they turned out better than I could have imagined."

"As my due date was closing in, I was starting to feel insecure but Michaela was great about making me feel comfortable and natural. The time flew by and she still managed to get every photo I wanted and then some during our sessions without it feeling rushed."

"OMG. we adore our photos. they are so beautiful, beyond our wildest expectations!"

"We made the right decision hiring you to capture this season and our wedding day. Thank you so, so much for rolling with the punches and making the most of the clouds and the rain. After seeing the photos, we're actually glad it worked out that way!!!"

"HAD MY MATERNITY PHOTOS DONE BY MICHAELA AND THEY TURNED OUT BETTER THAN I COULD HAVE IMAGINED."

“As my due date was closing in, I was starting to feel insecure but Michaela was great about making me feel comfortable and natural. The time flew by and she still managed to get every photo I wanted and then some during our sessions without it feeling rushed.”

SAMANTHA, MAMA-TO-BE

"OMG. WE ADORE OUR PHOTOS. THEY ARE SO BEAUTIFUL, BEYOND OUR WILDEST EXPECTATIONS!"

“We made the right decision hiring you to capture this season and our wedding day. Thank you so much for rolling with the punches and making the most of the clouds and the rain.”

HALLIE, BRIDE

"THE PHOTOS ARE BREATHTAKING— EVERY EMOTION AND DETAIL WAS CAPTURED PERFECTLY."

“Michaela went above and beyond to make our destination wedding in Mexico absolutely perfect. From a beautiful pre-wedding shoot the day before to capturing every magical moment on our big day, her talent and professionalism blew us away. ”

JANESSA, BRIDE

"OH MY HEART!!!!! THESE ARE SO SO SO MAGICAL!"

“We just cried and laughed and awed our way through it all. Thank you for so beautifully capturing our love, all the little details, the reactions, and intimate moments with our people. ”

ARYN, BRIDE

"MICHAELA WAS INTENT ON GETTING PHOTOS THAT FELT MORE LIKE CAPTURED MEMORIES THAN POSED MOMENTS!"

“We were so nervous going into our engagement shoot having never really been in front of a camera like this. Immediately, nerves went away and we just started having fun!”

BELLA, BRIDE

"MICHAELA IS TRULY ONE OF A KIND AND ONE OF THE SWEETEST PEOPLE I KNOW."

“You can just tell she really cares about each individual couple. From the start of the day, to the end of the day, she was right by our sides catering to whatever we wanted to do! She is an amazing documentary style photographer and I am SO glad we went with her because we got so many moments captured that I wouldn’t even think of. It helps you relive the day to the fullest when you get your album back!”

NATALIE, BRIDE

"HAD MY MATERNITY PHOTOS DONE BY MICHAELA AND THEY TURNED OUT BETTER THAN I COULD HAVE IMAGINED."

“As my due date was closing in, I was starting to feel insecure but Michaela was great about making me feel comfortable and natural. The time flew by and she still managed to get every photo I wanted and then some during our sessions without it feeling rushed.”

SAMANTHA, MAMA-TO-BE

"OMG. WE ADORE OUR PHOTOS. THEY ARE SO BEAUTIFUL, BEYOND OUR WILDEST EXPECTATIONS!"

“We made the right decision hiring you to capture this season and our wedding day. Thank you so much for rolling with the punches and making the most of the clouds and the rain.”

HALLIE, BRIDE

"the photos are breathtaking— every emotion and detail was captured perfectly."

"Michaela went above and beyond to make our destination wedding absolutely perfect. From a beautiful pre-wedding shoot the day before to capturing every magical moment on our big day, her talent and professionalism blew us away."

the girl behind the gallery reviews

Hi, I'm Michaela— Minnesota-based photographer, professional noticer of light, and the kind of person who leaves very passionate Letterboxd reviews after rewatching La La Land for the 14th time. I believe good art feels a lot like good coffee—warm, intentional, and better when shared.

When I’m not editing or thrifting for the next ceramic mug, I’m probably 

convincing my husband to sing Happy Birthday to me in French again, hosting dinner parties lit by taper candles, or losing with grace (read: not at all) in Catan.

The words above? They’re from the people who’ve let me into their stories, who’ve reminded me, over and over, that real life makes the best art.

Hi, I'm Michaela— Minnesota-based photographer, professional noticer of light, and the kind of person who leaves very passionate Letterboxd reviews after rewatching La La Land for the 14th time. I believe good art feels a lot like good coffee—warm, intentional, and better when shared.

When I’m not editing or thrifting for the next ceramic mug, I’m probably convincing my husband to sing Happy Birthday to me in French again, hosting dinner parties lit by taper candles, or losing with grace (read: not at all) in Catan.

The words above? They’re from the people who’ve let me into their stories, who’ve reminded me, over and over, that real life makes the best art.

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You can expect to hear back from me within the next 48 hours. I cannot wait to be inspired by you and your love story!