Elk River Photographer
Family, couples, branding & headshots, and pet legacy photography across Elk River and the north metro.
Chasing Sunsets & Creating Lasting Memories
Hi, I'm Rae, an Elk River, MN photographer who loves golden hour, real laughter and the little in-between moments most people miss. I use natural light to create photos that feel honest, warm and timeless, never stiff or over-posed.
Whether it's your growing family, a new chapter as a couple, your business brand or needing a new headshot, or the dog who's been by your side for years, every session is planned around your story. I'll guide you through the whole thing, so you can relax and simply be yourselves.
I photograph families and businesses in Elk River, Otsego, Rogers, Nowthen, Andover, Brooklyn Park, New Brighton, St. Joseph, Northfield and communities across Minnesota.
Photography Sessions
Family Sessions
Relaxed, natural light family photos full of real hugs, giggles and golden-hour glow. Little ones, grandparents and four-legged family members are all welcome.
Pet Legacy Sessions
Your furry companion is family, so they deserve portraits too. Legacy sessions honor senior pets, ill pets, or pets you just want to remember through photography and the bond you share, with photos you'll treasure for years.
Couples & Engagement
Engagements, anniversaries or just because. Easy, guided sessions that capture how you actually are together.
Branding & Headshots
Photos that look like the expert you already are. Headshots, behind-the-scenes, business photos, and lifestyle images made for your website and social media, from the team that can manage both.
“Rae did family photos for us recently. She was fun, personable, and efficient. She also was able to get the kids to cooperate to capture some cute photos. The turn-around time to receive the finished product was quick and the pictures turned out great! We will be using her again in the future!”
-3rd returning client, Katlin Conrad & Family
Photos That Work as Hard as Your Business
Most photographers hand you a gallery and wish you luck. Because I also run social media and design websites for Minnesota businesses, I plan your branding and headshot session around where every photo will actually be used: your homepage, your Instagram grid, your next ad. You get images with a purpose, and a partner who can put them to work.
Wow! Rae and Autumn are amazing. I'm a realtor who hates doing headshots and social media. The thought, creativeness and organization they put in to making everything go smoothly and with a plan is just outstanding. And, the day of filming content and doing the headshots was so much fun. They took the "pain" out of it and made it relaxing so that the photos and content were organic and not forced. Use them! It is worth it!
Becky Connors | Connors & Co
Let's Create Something Meaningful
Ready to book your photo session? Fill out the form below with your session type, preferred dates and a little about who'll be in front of the camera. I'll get back to you within 48 hours.