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A Little Personal Work | Minneapolis Premier Family Photographer

Every once in awhile, I like to do something a little different – something that reflects the vision, direction, and inspiration that I want to go in my photography. It is easy to get so busy with all of my daily work and sessions that it I can become a little drained of creativity. This is something that many creatives agree with – staying continuously inspired is not easy!

Suzanne was awesome and gave me the full go-ahead to choose everything for our session – the exact outfits, location, session time, etc. We communicated but lots of texts, emails, and conversations to get all of the details just perfect.

I am so excited to share these images with you! I think they turned out absolutely stunning and exactly how I was hoping! They are such a beautiful family, both inside and out!

One thing I am passionate about is making moms feel beautiful.  It is so easy to do everything for the kids – spend the most money on the kid’s clothes, choose their outfits first and yours last. Moms sacrifice so much for their families, which is a beautiful thing, but I also think it is so important for moms to be cherished, appreciated, and to feel beautiful. To feel like a goddess, at least once in awhile. 🙂

“Her children arise and call her blessed; her husband also, and he praises her.” Proverbs 31:28

Enjoy the pictures! If you would like to set up a family session similar to this of your own, just fill out my Booking Form.

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Voted Best of MN Family Photographer!

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I just wanted to say a HUGE thank-you to Family Times Magazine for voting me Best MN Family Photographer! It is really such an honor, I am totally speechless!

Family Times Magazine is a local Minnesota Magazine – such a great resource for families! You can see the whole Best of MN list here. Check it out!

Thanks again, Family Times for voting me Best of Minnesota Family Photographer. What an honor!

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  • […] a mom just like me and she understands children. There is a reason why she was voted “Best Family Photographer in MN.” I highly recommend her. Our photos are beautiful, priceless. I want to print every single […]ReplyCancel

2015 Senior Model Shoot :: Part 2

Yay! Here it is…part two of the 2015 Senior Model Shoot! We called this shoot Urban Chic. I made up another Pinterest Boardfor all of the girls to coordinate outfits for this style. They did such a great job! I am SO happy with how these pictures turned out. Once again, a special THANK YOU to the following models. (Also if you are interested in applying for the Class of 2016 Senior Models, click here.)

Our 2015 Senior Models for Photography By Nealy:

Carson Albrecht, Eastview High School

Jessi Ford, Apple Valley High School

Hannah Lutz, Eagan High School

Sydney Laylin, Eastview High School

Jazzy OKongo, Eastivew High School

Linda Le, Prior Lake High School

Melanie Nelson, Rosemount High School

Sydney Harper, Minnesota Virtual Academy

Reilly Norton, Eagan High School

Rachel Steele, Apple Valley High School

Melissa Jackson, Eagan High School

Michon Peter, Eagan High School

If you are a soon-to-be senior, please do not hesitate to contact me! I am currently scheduling sessions in June, July, August, and Septmeber (June and July are almost fully booked so contact me soon). A special thank-you to the amazing Amanda Engstrom for providing airbrush make-up for the girls! She is so talented when it comes to make-up…in fact, Amanda will be doing make-up for my senior Luxe sessions too!

Please email me at Nealy@PhotographyByNealy.com for more information.  Let’s keep in touch~

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A few notes about copyright… please feel free to share the link to this blog post, but all images are copyright Photography By Nealy so please no downloading, copying, or editing/enhancing of any images. THANK YOU! 🙂

 

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