Giggles and Smiles!

A couple of weeks ago, my sister-in-law and niece visited us from Canada. It was a very special visit as my brother-in-law has been transferred to Moscow, Russia and they are all moving there for 2 years! Their trip to Minnesota was to say farewell to us (and do a little outlet shopping, too!) before their big move...and we couldn't have been happier to have visitors!! Two year old, Isabella, adores her three boy cousins in Minnesota...and as you can see from these images, the feelings are mutual! It was extra special to have their portraits taken together to remind us of their time with us and their bonds as cousins! We wish them all the best in this new adventure in their lives!! xoxo

Sweet Baby Eleanor

We are pleased to introduce Baby Eleanor! The baby sister of two very proud big brothers, Brennan and Davis! We have been photographing oldest brother Brennan since he was a baby so we are tickled pink (literally!) to be capturing the newborn moments of their baby sister! Despite the fact that she was only 5 days old at this photo session, Eleanor was wide awake and alert...taking it all in! Finally, at the very end, she fell fast asleep...likely exhausted from all of the activity! Big brothers were big helps and very proud of their new baby! Dad and Mom seem to be adjusting very well to the new addition and lack of sleep! Mom bought this adorable tutu for Eleanor while she was pregnant so we were delighted to incorporate it into this session...although she will be well grown out of it by the time we see them all again for her 6 month session! Savor these moments...they fly by all too quickly!!!

Positively Glowing!

Truly, Jane looks like a Greek goddess in these maternity images! Have you ever seen a more stunning mommy-to-be?!? We had an amazing time capturing these beautiful moments for Jane and her husband, Garrett, who are expecting a baby girl this June. Of course, their dog, Duke, had to be included and he couldn't have been better! (I can't wait to hear how he reacts to the new baby!) They are a lovely family and we look forward to meeting Baby Ellie when they bring her to the studio for her newborn session! Congratulations (and have a lovely baby shower)!

This Saturday April 10th -Stories Event!!!! (Twin Cities Photographer)

Yippee! This weekend is our 3rd annual event to celebrate spring, have fun with the kids and give back to our community. It is being held on Saturday April 10th from 10am - 12 noon at the studio. Feel free to park in the lot adjacent to the building. We are inviting clients, friends and family to attend and have a great time!

The charity we have chosen to support this year is Dakota Woodlands. Dakota Woodlands is a non-profit organization who supply shelter for homeless families in our community. Typically families stay an average two months in the facility and they provide temporary housing for up to 110 families a year. In November of 2009, Dakota Woodlands was awarded the 2009 Minnesota Nonprofit Excellence Award. We are so honored and excited to be working with them -what a wonderful organization! http://www.dakotawoodlands.org/

Dakota Woodlands is asking for our help in collecting $5 gift cards to local gas stations and grocery stores. We have set a goal for us to collect 145 gift cards at our Stories event and we think we can do it - with your help!! Or, if you would prefer to make a monetary donation, we will purchase the gift card(s) on your behalf! I know our kids have already dipped into their piggy banks to count out their $5!

Also in support of Dakota Woodlands, we will be having a small silent auction with items such as digital picture frames, a camping gear package, a board game package...just to name a few!

Of course, back by popular demand, we will have an amazing facepainter (who is an artist herself!) and storyteller, balloon maker! The kids (and grown ups) were blown away by the entertainment last year and it will be super great this year too.

And if that wasn't enough, we will also be featuring the local businesses of Doodle Dot Designs by Tricia Prodoehl (handmade children's clothing and accessories to die for!), Stella and Dot Jewelry with stylist Allison Carl (who doesn't need some new spring jewels?!) and the debut of Bath Bars by Brynn.

So, mark your calendars and be sure to stop by for a fun filled morning with us! Everyone is invited... clients, friends, friends of friends. Can't wait to see you and celebrate

Saturday April 10th: Stories Event-Chapter Two: "Spring on the Farm"

Next weekend is fast approaching and we couldn't be more excited!! Our 3rd annual event to celebrate spring and give back to our community is being held on Saturday April 10th from 10am - 12 noon at the studio. We are inviting our clients, friends and family to attend and have a great time!

The charity we have chosen to support this year is the Dakota Woodlands. Dakota Woodlands is a non-profit organization who supply shelter for homeless families in our community. Typically families stay on average two months in their facility and they provide temporary housing for up to 110 families a year; and help an additional 30 families with their services. In November of 2009, Dakota Woodlands was awarded the 2009 Minnesota Nonprofit Excellence Award.




Specifically, Dakota Woodlands is asking for our help in collecting $5 gift cards to local gas stations and grocery stores. We have set a goal for us to collect 145 gift cards at our event and we think we can do it - with your help!! Or, if you would prefer to make a monetary donation, we will purchase the gift card(s) on your behalf! I know our kids have already dipped into their piggy banks to count out their $5!

Also in support of Dakota Woodlands, we will be having a silent auction with items such as a digital picture frame, a camping gear package , a board game package...just to name a few!

Of course, back by popular demand, we will have the facepainter (who is an artist herself!) and the storyteller from last year's event! The kids (and grown ups)were blown away by their entertainment!!

And if that wasn't enough, we will also be featuring the local businesses of Doodle Dot Designs by Tricia Prodoehl (handmade children's clothing and accessories to die for!!), Stella and Dot Jewelry with stylist Allison Carl (who doesn't need some new spring jewels?!?!) and the debut of Bathbars by Brynn (local bathbar artist extraordinaire!)

You won't want to miss this event!! See you there!!!

Puppies for sale!!!

Well, not really for sale! At least not these puppies!! When they came to us they were all about 9 weeks of age and MORE THAN ADORABLE!! They were all spoken for and heading off to their new families shortly after our photo session. Their "mother"/breeder, Colleen, wanted an image for her website to capture their sweetness and togetherness before they were separated to live with their new owners! (www.hugabeargoldendoodles.com) Many of them were heading out of state to their new homes!
It was a great photo session (a little messy...need I say more?!?) with lots of energy and running around (and not just by the puppies...Melissa and I were sweating by the end) And at the end, 10 adorable puppies left the studio (despite the fact I tried to smuggle one home with me!!) exhausted and happy!! And so were we!!!

Family of 3...(plus 1)!

Jackie and Jose came to the studio a little over a month ago with their 2 year old son, Jose, for a family portrait of the three of them before introducing Baby Jax into the family sometime in April! We were delighted! What a striking family they make! We were going to post these super cute family images next week but we received the great news this afternoon that Baby Jax has made an early arrival, we couldn't wait to share their images! Everyone is happy and healthy...and we simply cannot wait to photography Jax in the next few days for his newborn session! CONGRATULATIONS!!!

Happy Dixie Cup Day!!!

Happy Dixie Cup Day!!! In celebration of this invention - introduced in the USA in 1907 in Boston, MA. Who knew?!?! In the early days of the Dixie cup, there was a public education campaign about the health benefits of the disposable drinking cup. Nowadays, there are hundreds of designs, including these fancy ones at the Miroslavich household! And for those of us who are environmental conscious, Dixie Cups are recyclable! You learn something new everyday.....

Save the Date - Saturday April 10th 2010 - Stories Event: Chapter Two!!!

We are thrilled to invite you and your family to our upcoming event extraordinaire! Saturday April 10th, 2010 from 10am to 12 noon, the studio will be transformed into Spring on the Farm as we host our 3rd annual party to celebrate the arrival of spring and give back to our community! More details to follow but we can promise you that it will be an event not to miss! This year we are proud to support Dakota Woodlands - http://www.dakotawoodlands.org/ a shelter for homeless families in our community. We will be giving you more information on this wonderful organization and what you can do to help in the next couple of weeks.

So, mark your calendars and be sure to stop by for a fun filled morning with us! Everyone is invited... clients, friends, friends of friends. The more the merrier. Kids will have a blast once again with an amazing facepainter and storyteller. Not to mention balloons! Stay tuned more information. Can't wait to see you and celebrate!

"Hear No Evil, See No Evil, Speak No Evil...."

These siblings were hysterical together! Braydon and Brooke are 3 year old twins and Bryanna is their (almost) 7 year old big sister! They came to us when the twins were just a year old for their first sibling portrait and then came back recently for an updated portrait of the siblings. We had a ball in the studio and the kids played hide and seek which resulted in lots of giggles and laughter! Nothing sounds better to us than listening to the sweet sounds of kids having fun!! We look forward to their next visit to the studio...which may include some tu-tus for the girls!! (I can hardly wait!!)