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DOCUMENTARY & LIFESTYLE PHOTOGRAPHER

The photos I create are natural, sweet, and refined.

 

» I love helping people see THE BEAUTY OF WHAT'S ALREADY THERE, without fluff of neatly folded hands or strain and stuffiness of "cheese." Spills and spontaneous dancing. Silly games and lots of movement. Messy faces and dimly lit spaces. It's all welcome.

» LIFESTYLE PHOTOGRAPHY involves some direction, whereas DOCUMENTARY PHOTOGRAPHY is all about being a fly on the wall to capture the story as it unfold naturally. I do a bit of both.

 

» The services you see here are offered in the MINNEAPOLIS, MN area.

 

SERVICES OFFERED

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NEWBORN LIFESTYLE

90-minute lifestyle session

50 edited high resolution digital images, in-home, online gallery, mobile app, full printing rights

A calm presence, relaxed direction, and at least 37 reps of "oh my goodness"

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FRESH 48

60-minute session @ the birth location

50 edited high resolution digital images, online gallery, mobile app, full printing rights

First snuggles, baby details, and family shots captured through a laid-back approach

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MILESTONE SESSION

45-minute lifestyle session

(Maternity, 6 months, one year) 30 edited high resolution digital images, intimate in-home shots or at outdoor near sunset, online gallery, mobile app, full printing rights

Relaxed vibes with a good dose of silliness

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BIRTH

Unlimited coverage during active labor & delivery

Documentary-style photos. Coverage includes active labor through at least one hour postpartum. On call and starting at 38 weeks. A portion of the photos delivered within 24 hours.

Please inquire for a complete pricing and information guide.

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BABY MILESTONE
COLLECTION

3 hour-long sessions (typically maternity, newborn, & one year)

50 edited high resolution digital images per session, in-home or at an outdoor location, online gallery, mobile app, full printing rights

Take me along for the ride. I love watching families grow!

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FAMILY LIFESTYLE

45-minute lifestyle session

30 edited high resolution digital images, lifestyle & documentary photos with a handful of traditionally posed, outdoors typically near sunset, online gallery, mobile app, full printing rights

 

*CURRENTLY ONLY BOOKING RETURNING FAMILY LIFESTYLE CLIENTS*

AVERAGE SPEND: $650

 

A non-refundable $100 retainer is required to book. For availability and more info please reach out or fill out the contact form.

ALL COLLECTIONS INCLUDE:

 

Full access to an online gallery

30-50+ digital files depending on collection

Up to 30 miles travel from Elk River, MN

Option to purchase prints from a gallery store

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Kara Joy Photography is a documentary & lifestyle newborn, birth, & family photographer based in the Minneapolis area who captures candid, unscripted moments for families who aren't afraid to be their silly selves.

612-599-8349  |  KARAJOYPHOTO@GMAIL.COM  |  TWIN CITIES NORTH METRO

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