Growing {MN Child and Family Photographer}

On Sunday I had the pleasure of hanging out with some adorable little guys. I've been shooting Ryan since he was just itty bitty and now he's a whopping 9 months old! Seriously, where does the time go! 

They are the cutest little family and they are all so photogenic, so it's always a real treat when I get to shoot them!

Happy boy!  It took some cajoling but we got some super sweet smiles!

And we can't forget big bro Avery.  He recently turned 4!  What a funny, outgoing little guy.  He is quick with a joke, that's for sure!

Hehe, I had to throw this one in for good measure!  I just love crying babies!

Little JCrew model?  I think so!

Life with the U Family {MN Lifestyle Family Photographer}

When Dawn contacted me last month to come to her house and photograph her family, I was more than thrilled. It was my chance to get back to my roots of photographing life as it happens. I had so much fun photographing these awesome kids. They were so full of life and you can see that in these photographs. I hope that these help the U family remember this day for a very long time!

These sisters are just beautiful.  They clearly love each other.  A sister is such an awesome gift to be given.

Brother Jake had to tickle them to make them laugh.  Little brothers :)

Jake is all boy.  He and I hung out in his car themed room.  He's such a handsome little guy!

Big sister Gracie is going to break some hearts someday.  Isn't she stunning?

And Riley, those freckles and blonde hair?  She'll be sure to turn heads.

Jake has already won my heart, only the first of many I'm sure!

We call this "blue steel".  LOL!

Gorgeous mama with her beautiful kiddos.  

Jake was getting some major air here.  Hopefully I didn't set a bad example by telling him to jump on his bed!

And you can't not get some footsie shots when kids are involved.  I just love feet.

I had such a great time with this beautiful family yesterday.  It felt good to photograph emotion.  It was a great way to start off my day.  I even managed to score some Girl Scout cookies from the little ladies!  YUM!

Iverson Family {Woodbury MN Lifestyle Photographer}

Today I met up with Cala and her beautiful family for a Mamarazzi's Rock Workshop. It was so fun spending the day with her, showing her the ropes and shooting her ADORABLE kiddos. With the Mamarazzi's Rock Workshop, I shoot the family like I would during a normal session so the "Mamarazzi" can see how I work and then she can have some images as well to hang on her walls. So here is a nice little sneak peek from the day. Thanks for having me Cala, it was such a blast!

The ever adorable Seaden, he was such a little love bug.  He kept giving me hugs and wanting me to hold him.  Talk about melting a girl's heart!  

And the oh so stunning Sophie.  Such a little beauty.

The beautiful family.

Believe it or not, this field/hill was in their backyard.  Color me jealous!

What's up there?

Checking out the rainstorm.

Beautiful mamarazzi and her sweet baby boy!

Wanna sign up for a Mamarazzi session?  Head on over here and sign up, we'll get you on the calendar!

Spring Fever Special {Minnesota Lifestyle Photographer}

I know a lot of you fans wait until this time each year to stock up on your photo sessions because you know I offer fabulous discounts when the weather starts to get me down :)  Well, your wait is over!  Spring Fever Specials start TOMORROW!  My specials will be running from March 1st until April 30th!  These are specials you don't want to miss!

All specials must be purchased before April 30th, and must be paid in full with the exception of the Baby's First Year Package, in which 1/2 is due at booking, and the other half is due at the 6 month appointment.  All sessions, with the exception of the Baby's First Year package, must be completed prior to April 30th as well.

Contact me today if you want to take advantage of this session.  Dates are becoming limited so don't hesitate.  A signed contract and payment is due to retain your date.

I look forward to hearing from you!

4 Weeks {Forest Lake and Twin Cities MN Newborn Photographer}

Baby fever is definitely in the air!  Just look at teeny, tiny little 4 week old Tate!  He is absolutely darling!  I soooo enjoyed meeting Tate and his wonderful family today. 

Beautiful mama in some beautiful light!

Gotta love a baby in a bowl!

Tate did not like us getting him all naked and making him do things he didn't want to do (like lay in a basket), but he finally gave into us and look how cute he is!

Daddy's hands...

These next few shots just warm my heart.  Tate is super lucky, you see he has a 12 year old brother, Noah, to show him the ropes.  He was so sweet with his baby brother!  

Mom and her handsome boys.  She is one lucky mama to have such beautiful and loving children!

The beautiful family. 

Favorites from 2010! {Lifestyle Photographer in MN}

I thought it would be fun to revisit some of the amazing sessions I did last year.  I feel so incredibly lucky to do what I do and to meet the awesome people I meet.  It was so hard to choose favorites from each month but it sure was fun looking back at my year in photos, enjoy!

January

Baby Sophia was the first client of the year.  She belongs to my awesome neighbor and friend Becky.  This picture is one of my all time favorites.  It's so timeless.

February

Wyatt and his beautiful mom.  I just adore how much love is in this shot.

March

Sweet baby Cole.  Cole belongs to my dear friend Ashley who also happens to be my amazing stylist!  I just love this boy.

 

April

Angie, not only is she beautiful, she also happens to be my husband's cousin.  I had such a blast photographing her for her senior pictures.  I really love the emotion in this shot, so dramatic and beautiful.

May

Of course now it gets tricky to pick just one, so May gets 2!  First up, the Sampson Family.  They are truly a beautiful family and I have enjoyed photographing their beautiful family a couple times now.  And, Harper is an absolute doll!

Then there is Jen and Steve, the first wedding I shot of the year.  I love this shot.  So timeless.

 

June

Tom and Jessica's wedding was one of the most peaceful and beautiful weddings I've ever been to.  It was pure joy photographing such an amazing day.

July

Again, I had to pick 2!  This first gal is Georgia, and this might be one of my all time favorite shots.  I love her eyes, I love her expression.  It totally exudes toddlerhood.  And she's absolutely stunning!

And this shot of my 3, I adore it, it's framed in an awesome Organic Bloom frame in the middle of my living room and will remain there until I pass, I promise you that!

August

This was a tough month since I had so many fabulous sessions to choose from, so sit back and relax, this is a long month

This first lady is Zoe, she is absolutely stunning and has got an awesome personality.  She made me work hard and I had a blast at her session.

And then there is this shot.  Silas, sweet silas has got the best baby butt ever.  I just love it.  

Amanda, one of my senior reps, happens to be an amazing dancer and this shot just wows me every time I look at it. 

And lastly, the Heidelberg family, one of my baby's first year families.  This shot makes me happy, I'm not sure why but I just love it :)

September

I spent a lot of time at the Rose Garden at Lake Harriet and every session warranted a new favorite of mine.

This shot is of Kelly and Coen, the emotion and color in this shot make me grin from ear to ear.  I absolutely love it.

And this little guy, another of my baby first year kiddos, I just adore this shot.  So sweet!

Then there is Finn, yet another of my babies first year babies.  This guy couldn't get any cuter.

 

October

Our dear friends got married in Hawaii and we got to witness it.  I love this shot, it reminds me of so many awesome feelings.  By far one of the best vacations I've ever had.

 

November

Dear Sweet Anna.  She was born premature 2 months early to one of my best girl friends and she is one of the cutest little babies ever!  Love her!

 

December

Little Lucy, well she's 18 months now, but she is still a little peanut and I adore her to pieces.  Just look at her!

And I couldn't leave out Silas.  He's been with me since before he was born and he just keeps getting cuter, and cuter, and cuter. 

And last, but certainly not least, the DeZell family.  This shot makes me smile, over and over again.  I love the action, the frozen moment in time, the fun that was had.  So many things to love about this shot!

2010 was an awesome year for Michelle Sauer Photography and I really couldn't have done it without my amazing clients and my awesome supporters.  Thank you so much for everything.  Here's to making 2011 even better!