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Trans Senior Portrait Photography | Sam

By Joanna Carina

LGBTQ+ Senior Photography

Deb contacted me to capture her trans son Sam’s senior portraits. Sam really wanted some snowy photos from the Lyndale Park Peace Garden, which was a favorite spot of his. The only trick was – this seemed to be the “winter-that-wasn’t” here in MN, since we had almost no snow, and then had warm temps to boot. We had actually waited since last fall, watching for a nice deep snowfall, and had been very disappointed for a couple months. It wasn’t until February that we finally had a “decent” (4-6″?) snowfall that would actually look OK in camera. So once the snow flew, we jumped on our chance to hold Sam’s senior session.

Trans Senior Photography

We met up on a sunny, chilly winter day at the Lyndale Park Peace Garden, and we were able to capture some awesome portraits of Sam in the fresh snow around the park. After they took a short break for lunch, we all met up again at my St Paul studio to review the photos we had created, and to choose their favorite portraits. Sam and his family chose 5 beautiful photos, and they ordered a wall canvas as well as a handful of fine art prints to enjoy.

Thank You!

Thank you, Sam + family, for working with me for your senior portraits. I had so much fun working with you. I am thrilled that you love your photos, and cannot wait to see your artwork in person!

Make sure to take a look at some of the other senior boy portraits I have photographed too, including Hidden Falls senior pictures, a Sunfish Lake photoshoot, a Master’s graduate photoshoot, soccer player senior photos, a Vandalia Tower senior session, garden senior portraits, a Mill Ruins Park senior portrait session, Como Park senior photos, and Hidden Falls Park senior photos.

If you’d like to work together for your LGBTQ+ senior portraits, contact me soon!

Trans LGBTQ+ Senior Photography Minneapolis MN

Trans LGBTQ+ Senior Photography Minneapolis MN

Trans LGBTQ+ Senior Photography Minneapolis MN

Trans LGBTQ+ Senior Photography Minneapolis MN

Filed Under: Senior Photography Tagged With: Lyndale Park Peace Garden, Minneapolis Senior Photographer, Minneapolis Senior Photography, Senior Photography, St Paul Senior Photographer, St Paul Senior Photography

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Lyndale Park Peace Garden Wedding Photography | Allison + Sam

By Joanna Carina

Lyndale Peace Park Wedding

Allison + Sam were engaged to be married while living in Baltimore MD. With Sam being a MN native, they planned for their wedding to take place in Minneapolis. They decided to get married in a beautiful garden setting and loved the Lyndale Park Peace Garden.

Their day dawned with some rain but it quickly made way for the sun as they were preparing for their event. They arrived at the Peace Park and held their first look amidst laughter and tears of joy. We spent some time photographing them together as well as with their family and friends, and then it was on to the ceremony.

Allison + Sam’s wedding ceremony was quiet and simple, and again full of laughter and tears of joy. Allison’s brother provided the music and their friend officiated. They were so happy and joyful!

Stone Arch Bridge Wedding

Once their ceremony was complete, they headed off to the reception and made a quick side trip to the Stone Arch Bridge. They walked across the beautiful Bridge in front of the city skyline and heard numerous well-wishes from passers-by.

Alma Wedding Reception

Once they finished their quick side trip, we all headed to Alma for their dinner reception. The rooms were set for family and friends, and began with their cocktail hour prior to dinner. They had a wonderful evening celebrating with their closest family and friends.

Thank You!

Thank you so much, Allison + Sam, for working with me as your wedding photographer. I enjoyed meeting you, and am so happy for you both as you begin your new lives together.

BONUS: Take a look at a fall Peace Garden engagement session, as well as a summer Peace Garden engagement session that I photographed too!

Lyndale Peace Park Garden Wedding Photo

Lyndale Peace Park Garden Wedding Photo

Lyndale Peace Park Garden Wedding Photo

Lyndale Peace Park Garden Wedding Photo

Lyndale Peace Park Garden Wedding Photo

Lyndale Peace Park Garden Wedding Photo

Lyndale Peace Park Garden Wedding Photo

Lyndale Peace Park Garden Wedding Photo

Lyndale Peace Park Garden Wedding Photo

Lyndale Peace Park Garden Wedding Photo

Lyndale Peace Park Garden Wedding Photo

Lyndale Peace Park Garden Wedding Photo

Lyndale Peace Park Garden Wedding Photo

Lyndale Peace Park Garden Wedding Photo

Lyndale Peace Park Garden Wedding Photo

Lyndale Peace Park Garden Wedding Photo

Lyndale Peace Park Garden Wedding Photo

Lyndale Peace Park Garden Wedding Photo

Lyndale Peace Park Garden Wedding Photo

Lyndale Peace Park Garden Wedding Photo

Lyndale Peace Park Garden Wedding Photo

Lyndale Peace Park Garden Wedding Photo

Lyndale Peace Park Garden Wedding Photo

Lyndale Peace Park Garden Wedding Photo

Lyndale Peace Park Garden Wedding Photo

Lyndale Peace Park Garden Wedding Photo

Lyndale Peace Park Garden Wedding Photo

Lyndale Peace Park Garden Wedding Photo

Lyndale Peace Park Garden Wedding Photo

Lyndale Peace Park Garden Wedding Photo

Lyndale Peace Park Garden Wedding Photo

Lyndale Peace Park Garden Wedding Photo

Lyndale Peace Park Garden Wedding Photo

Lyndale Peace Park Garden Wedding Photo

Stone Arch Bridge Minneapolis Wedding Photo

Stone Arch Bridge Minneapolis Wedding Photo

Stone Arch Bridge Minneapolis Wedding Photo

Stone Arch Bridge Minneapolis Wedding Photo

Alma Wedding Reception Photo

Alma Wedding Reception Photo

Alma Wedding Reception Photo

Alma Wedding Reception Photo

Alma Wedding Reception Photo

Alma Wedding Reception Photo

Alma Wedding Reception Photo

Alma Wedding Reception Photo

Alma Wedding Reception Photo

Be sure to take a look at their slideshow too!

VENDORS
Wedding Venue: Lyndale Park Peace Garden
Reception Venue: Alma
Dress Vendor: Mori Lee, Azazie
Suit Vendor: Suit Supply, Indochino
Wedding Rings: Jade Moran Jewelry
Officiant: Aniello Alioto
Florist: Acanthus Floral Arts
Catering: Alma
Musician: Jeff Demas
Stationery: Paperless Post

Filed Under: Wedding Photography Tagged With: Lyndale Park Peace Garden, Minneapolis Wedding Photographer, Minneapolis Wedding Photography, Stone Arch Bridge

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Lyndale Park Peace Garden Senior Pictures | Holly

By Joanna Carina

Minneapolis Senior Pictures

Today I am highlighting Holly’s beautiful Senior Photography. I worked with Holly at the Lyndale Park Peace Garden in Minneapolis on a beautiful summer day. I absolutely love the park with its combination of manicured pathways and garden plantings, intermixed with the gorgeousness of the rock garden landscape and water feature. Take a look at some of the beautiful photos we created for Holly and her family!

Why Professional Senior Pictures?

Working with a professional photographer for senior portraits allows for a personalized and unique experience. We can work with the senior to create portraits that reflect their interests and personalities in a variety of locations and with props. The session is also longer, allowing for a relaxed atmosphere and a variety of poses and expressions. The end result is a collection of photographs that can be used to create a variety of heirloom artwork, such as albums and wall art, that the senior and their family can enjoy for years to come.

All in all, senior pictures are important for a family celebrating their senior’s transition in life. If you are considering senior portrait photography, please contact me soon so we can discuss working together!

Make sure to take a look at some other senior portrait sessions I have photographed too, including Como Park senior pictures, more Como Park senior photos, Stillwater Boom Site senior photos, a best friends senior session, a Minnehaha Falls senior session, Hidden Falls Regional Park senior photos, other Hidden Falls Park senior portraits, Long Lake Regional Park senior photos, best friends senior pictures, Willow River Falls senior photos, Stillwater senior portraits, Como Park senior session, Guthrie Theater senior photos, Mill Ruins Park senior pictures, Maple Grove Arboretum senior photos, Cathedral Hill senior portraits, Silver Lake senior pics, Father Hennepin Bluffs Park senior portraits, North Loop senior session, Cathedral Hill senior photos, Loring Park senior session, Long Lake Regional Park senior pictures, Loring Park senior photos, Stone Arch Bridge senior pictures, and Mill City Museum senior photos.

Minneapolis Senior Photography

Minneapolis Senior Photography

Minneapolis Senior Photography

Minneapolis Senior Photography

Minneapolis Senior Photography

Minneapolis Senior Photography

Minneapolis Senior Photography

Minneapolis Senior Photography

Minneapolis Senior Photography

Filed Under: Senior Photography Tagged With: Lyndale Park Peace Garden, Minneapolis Senior Photographer, Minneapolis Senior Photography, Senior Photography, St Paul Senior Photographer, St Paul Senior Photography

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Lyndale Park Peace Garden Engagement Photography | Jaime + Jordon

By Joanna Carina

Lyndale Peace Garden Engagement Photography

“Plans have changed. We won’t be getting married in Minnesota after all. We’re moving!”

A few weeks prior I had received an initial inquiry from Jaime asking more about my wedding and engagement photography. When I did not hear back from her for a few weeks, I figured she must have moved on, but then the email several weeks later from her explained the silence. They were moving very suddenly out of state for a job transfer, so we went from discussing wedding photography to engagement photography, and how fast could we get it done!

Minneapolis Engagement Photography

We decided to work on Lyndale Peace Garden engagement photos, which is always a spectacular location. Since they lived very nearby, and got engaged right in the park, it was the perfect spot! We spiced it up a bit by photographing first thing in the morning. With a fresh rain and low clouds giving way to a bright morning sun and perfect late summer temps, the park was even more amazing!

Thank You!

Congratulations on your engagement, Jaime and Jordon! I had so much fun working at the Lyndale Peace Garden as your engagement photographer. I wish you the best of luck settling into your new home and starting your new life together!

If you’re planning for Lyndale Peace Garden engagement or prewedding photography, contact me soon to discuss how we could work together!

BONUS: Take a look at a Peace Garden wedding, as well as another Peace Garden engagement session that I photographed too!

Lyndale Park Peace (Rock) Garden Engagement Photo

Lyndale Park Peace (Rock) Garden Engagement Photo

Lyndale Park Peace (Rock) Garden Engagement Photo

Lyndale Park Peace (Rock) Garden Engagement Photo

Lyndale Park Peace (Rock) Garden Engagement Photo

Lyndale Park Peace (Rock) Garden Engagement Photo

Lyndale Park Peace (Rock) Garden Engagement Photo

Lyndale Park Peace (Rock) Garden Engagement Photo

Lyndale Park Peace (Rock) Garden Engagement Photo

Lyndale Park Peace (Rock) Garden Engagement Photo

Lyndale Park Peace (Rock) Garden Engagement Photo

Filed Under: Engagement Photography Tagged With: Lyndale Park Peace Garden, Minneapolis Engagement Photographer, Minneapolis Engagement Photography, Peace Garden, Prewedding Photography, Rock Garden

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Lyndale Park Peace Garden Engagement Photography | Stacy + Alex

By Joanna Carina

Lyndale Park Peace Garden Engagement Photography

Stacy + Alex had decided that the perfect location for their engagement photos was near Lake Harriet because they both grew up in the nearby neighborhoods. We had several ideas and dates to try, but each time something was working against us! First there was a huge storm which cancelled our plans for the Lake Harriet Trolley. Then President Obama made a last-minute visit, which not only closed the Trolley again, but blocked off the entire area around Lake Harriet too! Argh!

Minneapolis Engagement Photography

We eventually decided to meet for Lyndale Park Peace Garden engagement photos. It’s one of the most beautiful parks in Minneapolis! The Lyndale Park Peace Garden is a spectacular Japanese-style garden. It has a bridge and waterfall, trees and pathways, and so much more. Even while we were taking their engagement photos, we were praying that the clouds floating overhead would not rain. Our early summer MN weather has been crazy this year, but we were determined to make it work!

Thank You!

Stacy + Alex, thank you so much for working with me as your engagement photographer. Did I mention you are SO cute together. I always love spending time laughing up a storm! It was so fun working at the Lyndale Park Peace Garden with you!

If you’re planning for Lyndale Park Peace Garden engagement or prewedding session, contact me too!

ETA: Take a look at Stacy + Alex’s Columbia Manor wedding photos here!

BONUS: Take a look at a Peace Garden wedding, as well as another Peace Garden engagement session that I photographed too!

Lyndale Park Peace Garden Minneapolis MN Engagement Photo

Lyndale Park Peace Garden Minneapolis MN Engagement Photo

Lyndale Park Peace Garden Minneapolis MN Engagement Photo

Filed Under: Engagement Photography Tagged With: Lyndale Park Peace Garden, Minneapolis Engagement Photographer, Minneapolis Engagement Photography, Peace Garden, Prewedding Photography, Rock Garden

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