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newborn baby with her mouth open
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maple grove lifestyle photographer

AUTHENTIC, JOYFUL, AND UNSCRIPTED

NEWBORN & FAMILY LIFESTYLE

I'm all about relaxed direction and real, unscripted moments. My goals when you step in front of my camera:

 

» Make it possible for you to CONNECT with each other and with your photos.

» Have my sense of CALM rub off on you. Photos can feel like a lot, and I don't want you to stress.

» Tell your STORY: The in-between bits, the details, and the movement.

SIGNATURE WORK

pregnant mom and dad swinging child in the air
NATURAL & LAID-BACK AT SUNSET
baby lying in hospital bassinet after birth
CALM & CANDID IN THE BIRTH SPACE
dad holding newborn baby and smilng at wife
LIFESTYLE & DOCUMENTARY AT HOME
girl holding stick with dirt on her face

"Called each of my six kids by name..."

Kara is an amazing photographer. The images she creates are so authentic and unique. She's friendly and personal (she even called each of my six kids by name multiple times during the photo session!), great with kids, funny, and easy going. So happy we found her!

— NICOLE E.

OAK GROVE, MN

LAID-BACK & NATURAL

Babies & families should be captured as they are, not as we think they "should" be. We'll work well together if...

 

» You appreciate the REAL moments vs. planned ones.

» Perfection is not your goal, and posing isn't your jam.

» You aren't afraid to be silly and show affection.

» You're jazzed about NOT heading to a studio.

dad kissing newborn baby while sitting on the couch
mom holding newborn baby who is yawning
newborn baby lying on changing pad
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"Kara is so easy going and friendly that it doesn't feel overwhelming."

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Get in Touch with Kara

Fill out my contact form, and I'll get back to you pretty quick! I'll send you some info in an email and we'll go over your questions. If you're all about laid-back photos, we'll set aside a date!

02

Book Your Session

A contract and $100 retainer is required to reserve your date or newborn session time window. We can go over the contract and questions on the phone. I travel up to 30 miles from Elk River without a fee.

03

Prepare for the Session

You'll fill out a simple form so that I can get to know your family a bit. It also gives you a chance to let me know your preferences. Then I'll send along prep info, style advice, and we'll work together to choose a location.

04

Receive Your Lovely Images

Your gallery will be ready in just two weeks! You'll select your favorite images for me to do finishing touches on. You'll have the option to purchase prints & canvases through your gallery store.

HOW IT WORKS

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