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You know that feeling when you pack for sweater weather, dreaming of crisp air and cozy vibes, only to step outside and get smacked by summer’s last hurrah? That was Brittany on the day of her engagement session. She flew in from Texas with the cutest warm fall outfits, ready for a chilly 50-degree day. […]

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Documentary-Style Engagement Photos in St. Paul

Justine and I go way back; we went to elementary and middle school together, and Andrew’s parents are friends with mine! When Justine sent me her inspiration board, I noticed various mansion-style photos that sparked some ideas. So, we contacted Glesheen Mansion, and they were more than happy to host us for their classy engagement […]

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Classy Engagement Photos at Glensheen Mansion

Chris and Emily are the sweetest couple. They have that young, fresh love that radiates—the kind where you can tell they just get each other. When they reached out to me on Instagram, I realized we actually knew a bunch of the same people. I love it when that happens. It really makes it feel […]

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Sunset Engagement Photos in Battle Creek Park | St. Paul, MN

Skylar and Wilson were gearing up for their downtown engagement photos when they found themselves needing a new photographer at the last minute. I’m so glad they reached out to me and that I could squeeze them into my calendar. This shoot at the Hewing Hotel in Minneapolis was a blast! The hotel’s unique and […]

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Downtown Engagement Photos at Hewing Hotel in Minneapolis

Mariya and Quintin, who met in college at a small university in Wisconsin, discovered my work on Instagram and chose me to photograph their spring 2024 wedding. Their engagement session at the Minneapolis Institute of Art was filled with date vibes as we explored various rooms, art, and architecture. The museum provided an ideal setting […]

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Moody Engagement Photos at the Minneapolis Institute of Art

Recently, I had the chance to run along the Minnesota North Shore with this adorable couple for their early fall engagement photo session. We captured some stunning shots at Palisade Head during sunrise – heart eyes. Stay tuned for more highlights from their engagement session—I am eagerly anticipating their wedding day! MADISON AND LOGAN’S ENGAGEMENT […]

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Fall Engagement Photos on the North Shore in Minnesota

When Amy handed me a mood board for her cinematic engagement photos, it immediately sparked my creative gears. Despite our initial plan to shoot up north in Minnesota, the mood board painted a picture of New York Central Park vibes that resonated with Amy. We opted for a small park just outside downtown St. Paul […]

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Cinematic Engagement Photos in the City

I’m thrilled to share Jona and Cyle’s downtown Minneapolis engagement photos! Although they are originally from Iowa, they currently reside in Minneapolis and definitely had ideas for their engagement session. But we will get into the fun details shortly. I’m obsessed with the city skyline downtown and the blend of modern architecture and classic charm, […]

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Downtown Minneapolis Engagement Photos | Jona + Cyle

With its abundant natural beauty and captivating urban landscapes, the Twin Cities of Minneapolis and St. Paul, Minnesota, offer an array of picture-perfect engagement photo locations. From towering pines and expansive fields to serene gardens, shimmering lakes, and rivers, this vibrant metropolitan area shares a blend of both natural and man-made wonders. As a photographer, […]

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Best Engagement Photo Locations in Minneapolis + St. Paul MN

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