Category Archives: Pets

{a cold, beautiful morning} | Lino Lakes MN family photography

Another family session from late November, right when it was starting to snow out and the temperature started to drop into the twenties. We meet up for an early morning family session in Blaine, and let me tell you, it was COLD! These guys were all troopers, though. There was a lot of warming up...

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{Tamara & Ross…& Jack} | Andover, MN family photographer

I met Tamara, Ross, and their dog Jack back at the end of November. This was one of the last outdoor sessions I did in 2012, and it was cold! Tamara was such a trooper. I kinda’ felt like a wuss out there all bundled up while she was rocking her sleeveless dress and heels...

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{Christian & Grace} | Ham Lake MN family portraits

I met these two last fall when their mom scheduled a session for some sibling (and puppy) photos. I’m used to working with babies and toddlers more than “older” kids, but it was nice to photograph some people who I didn’t have to chase around and sing songs for (although I offered….).

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{Magnus and Bailey} | Hugo, MN pet and family photography

It’s no secret, I have a HUGE love of animals. All kinds. I had a pet daddy long legs that lived in my bathroom as a kid, along with hermit crabs, fish, birds, cats, and dogs. Not all at the same time, but pretty much since birth I’ve had at least one or two pets...

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Jennifer ZumwaltJanuary 9, 2013 - 5:27 am
These photos are great. I love the way they outfitted the furry family members to coordinate as well :) I am happy to hear that Magnus did so well with what life threw his way!
MeganJanuary 9, 2013 - 2:07 pm
What a great family session! Gorgeous dogs. :)
SamanthaJanuary 9, 2013 - 2:21 pm
Oh my gosh, what a gorgeous dog!! Poor guy :[ Gorgeous shots!!
Jacqueline LJanuary 9, 2013 - 2:25 pm
Aww, these are so cute! Love the interaction in that last one :)
AmyJanuary 9, 2013 - 2:58 pm
What a fun session! I love the dogs having shirts on — they definitely look like part of the family! :)
KatherineJanuary 9, 2013 - 4:25 pm
What gorgeous fur babies! I can see their family is filled with a lot of love.
HeatherJanuary 9, 2013 - 5:32 pm
Awesome pictures!
Sonja HammadJanuary 9, 2013 - 7:00 pm
Aww, I love that they had pictures done with their dog-kids! These are great images, and I super love that last one. :-)
Katy W.January 9, 2013 - 8:32 pm
Thank you so much Melissa for donating to The National Canine Foundation. It was awesome working with you and we love the photos!! We have had nothing but great responses from family and friends regarding the pictures you took. Love reading your blog and find it comical that you help squirrels. Hope to work with you again! Thank you for everything Melissa!!
Tricia LloydJanuary 9, 2013 - 8:51 pm
Gorgeous!!!
LouJanuary 9, 2013 - 9:07 pm
Oh Katy! I adore the top picture!! You’ve got supermodel hair. Ryan – your smile is contagious in that one! Hugs and love to you all – especially Magnus. I’m glad you will have these photos to look back on one day… <3
KellyJanuary 9, 2013 - 9:29 pm
These images are incredible! I dabble in photography, and you are very gifted, and I hope you keep doing your thing. The subjects are pretty awesome, too, my fluffy niece and nephew (I’m Ryan’s sister) have never looked so good!
RobynJanuary 9, 2013 - 9:31 pm
I love all of these!! You guys look so great in your matching sweatshirts. Katy you always look the same you never age. You and Ryan look so happy in all these shots. Your sweet puppies are adorable too :)
Cat GeigerJanuary 9, 2013 - 9:44 pm
Beautiful family…will be praying for Magnus!
Terry WebbJanuary 9, 2013 - 9:46 pm
Oh how I love the “grand dogs”. The pictures capture everyone beautifully. Magnus is so amazing – love him dearly!
Cristi AndersonJanuary 9, 2013 - 9:55 pm
Great Pictures, will be praying for Magnus too!
JulieJanuary 9, 2013 - 10:01 pm
Beautiful!
Krista FelkerJanuary 9, 2013 - 10:14 pm
Go Cougs!!!!
LyndseyJanuary 9, 2013 - 10:27 pm
These are amazing!!
Melissa KrasnanJanuary 9, 2013 - 11:15 pm
Incredible photos and story! Those are two of the sweetest dog faces I have ever seen! Hugs from Texas.
Leah GJanuary 9, 2013 - 11:26 pm
What a great cause to donate to, and a great family to donate for!
ErinJanuary 10, 2013 - 3:28 am
you guys look fabulous! Thanks for making such a great donation:)
RogerJanuary 10, 2013 - 5:11 am
What a fabulous group of pictures! It all made sense after reading about how much empathy the photography feels about animals. We’re proud to be grandparents of our granddogs.
Susan J WeberJanuary 10, 2013 - 6:08 am
I love all of the pictures. Magnus and Bailey are my grand dogs. One Thanksgiving Magnus ate all of the homemade rolls while we were cooking dinner. Both dogs have many a tail to tell. Thank you or the gorgeous pictures. It helps us feel closer to our family. Suzi
AnnaJanuary 10, 2013 - 6:34 pm
All of the pictures are beautiful! Thanks for sharing with Lou who shared them with me and brought a tear to my eyes. We have a very soft spot for Malamutes. When raised with love, they are the most gentle and sweet dogs I’ve known.
Deb OlsonJanuary 10, 2013 - 8:45 pm
Beautiful pictures of a beautiful family! Brought tears to my eyes.P.S. Love the Washington State shirts! Go Cougs!!!
Amy (Big sis)January 11, 2013 - 3:33 am
Love the pics. The sweatshirts were a nice touch ;)
EmilyJanuary 11, 2013 - 6:17 pm
Look at those adorable pooches! I love this whole session! Great work!
KoriJanuary 11, 2013 - 6:43 pm
Love these! Definitely brought tears to my eyes! Those dogs are gorgeous and precious. What a wonderful thing for you to donate.
BrandiJanuary 11, 2013 - 9:55 pm
This looks like it was such a fun session, and I’m impressed – it can be difficult to get pets to pose and look at the camera! Beautiful, beautiful work!
CJ WilkesJanuary 13, 2013 - 8:05 am
Love what you did here. The pets look happy and amazing and the family looks wonderful. Love the red! Great work :)
Corrie LindroosJanuary 17, 2013 - 9:22 pm
Melissa these are wonderful and I love that you are donating the blog comments, such a great idea! Gorgeous pups!

Category Archives: Pets

{a cold, beautiful morning} | Lino Lakes MN family photography

{Tamara & Ross…& Jack} | Andover, MN family photographer

{Christian & Grace} | Ham Lake MN family portraits

{Magnus and Bailey} | Hugo, MN pet and family photography

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