Pare Family | Minneapolis Family Photographer

I am so lucky to have Annette as a fellow photographer and friend. At least once a year, we swap photography services. She did my family photos a couple months ago and recently returned the favor.

She always does such a wonderful job working with my family and creating beautiful images. I currently have her work in four rooms in our house, two of which are large print clusters. In fact, having those images on my walls is what has convinced me of the importance of printing/displaying images. I absolutely adore seeing them on the walls, reminding me constantly of all the things I love about my family (even when they are sitting in the same room and driving me nuts!)

To be honest, I get a little nervous when it is my turn to photograph her family. I just want her to love her images as much as I love mine. But, the nervousness fades when we start shooting. They are such open, relaxed, REAL people and I genuinely enjoy the time I get to spend with them. Thanks Annette and Dan. I hope you love your images.

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"Perfect" Family Photos | Minneapolis Family Photographer

Stressing about having family photos taken? I hear you.

We just had ours done and, as much as I hate to admit it, I almost bailed (or at least put it off). After a week of unseasonably cold weather, energy-draining activities, and injuries I was imagining runny noses, constant tantrums, and an annoyed husband. When I came down with a cold to boot, it all just seemed too overwhelming.  I seriously considered canceling and rescheduling for another day, but the calendar wasn't looking very promising so we went for it.

Once I decided to relax and let the little things go (seeing as how I had no control over them anyway), our session turned into a kind of "date" with my favorite people, the loves of my life. We played, laughed, and simply enjoyed each others' company. Along the way, it occurred to me that no matter how cooperative the kids were or how "perfect" everything was, it didn't matter. We were there to capture our family - how we were, right there, in that moment (runny noses and all). And that is what we did. And it was perfect.

I walked away from the session knowing that I would love the images because we had a great time creating them. Regardless of whether or not everyone is looking at the camera and smiling, the photos will always take me back to the time we spent together. That is what I hope my clients receive from their sessions with me - images that remind them of a special moment in time with the people they love the most.

Thanks to Annette Pare for her time, talent, and friendship.

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