I have been excited to feature this amazing family. The Terrells.

Anyone who knows them loves the heck out of them. First, Lisa & Chris are the most adorable humans. Then, they have created these three amazing girls, Julia, Cece & Iris (aka. Squeaky) who have all the sweetness, spunk and silliness that is so fun to capture that on camera. I have loved every single second that I have worked with them through the years!

I remember vividly the very first session back when I first moved here. Lisa brought in Julia. This adorable little one year old with huge eyes and curly locks. I thought... this is going to be the best session ever! Well... unfortunately Julia didn't feel the same way and wanted nothing to do with me or that big black thing that I was sticking in her face. I think she pretty much cried her way through the session. I managed to get a few moments between tears and happened to capture one of my favorite images ever. That taught me that all it takes is a moment to capture the most amazing image. (That AND some help in photoshop!)

Well all of the sessions after that were a hoot and always fun to look forward to. I love love working with them each year (except for a couple years that we missed) and cannot wait to continue capturing their girls growing up.  And senior photos are right around the corner Lisa! Not sure who's gonna freak out more!

Enjoy these images of the Terrell family through the years...

xoxo annie

I guess it was only a matter of time.

5 years ago when I went through the huge change in my business where I gave up my beautiful big studio in Excelsior and traded it in for shorter commutes, a studio share, working from home and on location sessions... I didn't realize I would be missing anything. Don't get me wrong... I LOVE the way my business runs now as I get to take on less clients and give them more of "ME". I get to spend more time with my family which was huge for me... I got my work/life balance back.

But I didn't realize that I would miss studio fine art portraiture so much. You know the kind... the artful, styled, mood based portraits that transcend time. The kind we have been enjoying for centuries in old masters paintings. I feel that with this digital age... we have gotten so used to selfies and quick snapshots that we have lost the love for fine art portraiture. Even I get swept up in creating the fun & energetic lifestyle sessions for clients which I truly love with a passion. But I got away from the true art of classic photography.

So I am bringing it back! I am now offering that timeless, classic, Rembrandt style of portraits. If that's your thing... then read on. If not... then I am happy to come and get silly as we capture fun images of you or your family. But I also want to be true to the other part of my heart.

These sessions are different in that together, we will plan the stylization of your images. These portraits have an end game in mind as we are shooting for a masterpiece. Sessions are for individuals, siblings or families and each person will be carefully styled to give that timeless look. I will provide outfits and props or give you suggestions of what to bring. Together we will create classic images for you to treasure forever. 

Feel free to click the link below for more details on the fine art sessions!

xoxo

annie

I first met Teresa and Peter back in December of 2008 when they brought their sweet newborn Lilliana in for baby photos. The first thing I remember thinking was "oh... what a beautiful young couple". Then I totally ignored them as I gushed over their perfect little newborn Lilly. I always love being a part of that time in a young couple's life when they are just starting their family. Talking about the excitement and the doubts. It's like I know this little secret that they are now a part of... that their heart will forever live outside of their body.

I have been so blessed that they have come to visit me every December since then. I have gotten to be a part of two more adorable babies added to the crew. Veronica and Peter Nicholas were just as beautiful. I often joke at how GORGEOUS their family is and they get better looking each year! The kids are growing up and Teresa and Peter are looking younger.

This family has truly made my job so special and I thank them from the bottom of my heart for sharing their family with me.

Is it December yet?

xo

annie

In honor of my 25th Annie-versary... every month I am going to showcase a client that has a been with me pretty much ever since I relocated here to MN in the early 2000's. Anyone who sticks with me year after year deserves a little recognition don't you think? If it weren't for my amazing clients, I would probably be doing who knows what. I love my job so much and creating images and memories for my clients. But what I love even more than creating pretty pictures is the relationships that I have made with them over the years. When I say that I treat them like family and they become like family... I am not kidding.

So here is the first of a few of such amazing families.

THE BASKFIELDS.

Oh, what can I even say about this family? I truly love them.

I remember our very first session together. They had me come to their home to photograph their newborn Julia. She couldn't go out in public yet so we created some sweet shots in their home. I had no clue how very special my relationship with this family would become. Lisa and Mark are two of the nicest people on this planet (and it's a damn big planet!) They are raising 3 amazing kids that I have truly enjoyed photographing and watching grow up through the years. I got to work with Olivia a couple summers ago for her senior photos... now if that doesn't make me feel old! And this next year I will get to work with Thomas. (sorry dude... you gotta put up with me just a little longer).

My biggest fear when creating relationships with these families is that one day the kids grow up and they stop calling. That they grow out of needing photos. What I am hoping is that they still call and when those kiddos start getting married and having babies of their own (yes Lisa.. this WILL eventually happen), that I will get to start the process all over again. and again. and again.

Love you dearly Baskfield family. Each and every one of you!

xoxo

annie

Enjoy some of our images created over the years.

I really hate to be the one to break it to you... but fall and the holidays are right around the corner.

I know it feels like we are just getting settled into summer and enjoying the lakes, weather and time outdoors... but ya'll know that here in Minnesota... the next season is knocking at our door all the time. Lucky for us, ALL of our seasons are gorgeous!

I am here to remind you that it is now time to plan your fall family portraits! Just want to photograph the kiddos? no problem! Whatever you want... but be certain that these mini sessions book up super fast!

I have planned 3 unique mini session locations and dates for you to choose from. Pick one and call me!

Let's do this!

LAKE HARRIET/PEACE GARDENS

Thursday, October 4th

from 5-7pm

ARBORETUM/EVERGREENS

WITH THE OPTION OF MY CHEVY TRUCK

Thursday, October 18th

from 5-6:30pm

N.E. MPLS LOFT STUDIO

Saturday, November 18th

from 10am-noon

MINI SESSIONS

15-20 minutes

20 images to choose from

$80

($200 minimum order)

Regular creative sessions are also available if you prefer to choose your date & time and have more variety to choose from

Call me at 952-470-2118 to book your appointment today!