minnesota + beyond
Live in your best moments while I capture them for years to come.
preserving your
LAID-BACK MINNESOTA WEDDING PHOTOGRAPHER
No one wants to be staged in weird, unnatural poses, make your photos look stiff and awkward.
You should be focused on living your wedding day, not producing fake moments for photos.
"PERFECT" = BORING
like a wedding photographer, but better
finally enjoy having your photo taken.
plan your wedding your way
have expert hands on deck
You deserve to feel comfortable and relaxed throughout your photos. We make the experience like hanging out with your funky, weird friend.
Traditional weddings and formal fare are not for you, and we’re here for it. We will capture your love and the day, naturally.
Weddings and other events are full of surprises. Stay in the moment while we handle any mishaps and guide you through the day.
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I am all about adventure and laid back vibes, Learn more about me here!
Obsessed with collecting experiences and emotions, this is my focus at every wedding. First trained in photography as a journalist, I mix together fly-on-the-wall photo-journalism with bits of posed photos throughout the day. My years of experience in professional storytelling, combined with my years of experience in the service industry, have prepared me for anything that could happen on a wedding day! I’m your hype girl, planner, problem solver, and personal historian!
Hi, I'm Rachel!
63 weddings shot
500K+ moments caught on film
183 grilled cheese sandwiches eaten while editing
more than just weddings
families
boudoir
engagements and weddings
our services
minnesota + beyond
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love your vibe, hon
more than photos, you're paying for an experience
-lake days
-feeling over perfection
-photographing all the memories
-bringing the pets
-road trippin'
-tearing up the dance floor (even if there's not one)
-non-traditional weddings
-riding motorcycles
MY clients are the coolest, best looking people ever (yes, that's you)
Sound like your kind of party? Let's go!
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how to book your session or wedding with me
1. Fill out the inquiry form on my website.
2. I’ll send over package and pricing options.
3. We secure your date and start planning your big day.
fan mail
- Kenzi + Tyler
"Nothing ever felt rushed and it was all so natural. Rachel is stellar to work with and I don't think I could ever recommend anyone higher for anything!”
MN SUMMER LAKE WEDDING
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MN SUMMER LAKE WEDDING
Lacey and Lewis tied the knot at Lacey's family lake home near Alexandria. Their wedding was a grand outdoor celebration under the harvest moon! Check out the work of the lakes area vendor dream team in the blog!
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SOUTHERN MN MOTORCYCLE WEDDING
A look into a unique Southern MN weddding in Wabasha. And ALLLL the wedding day thrifting DIY and Harley-Davidson inspo you'll ever need
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MN SUMMER LAKE WEDDING
Colorful mid-summer wedding at the gorgeous hideaway at xanadu island. Emily and Shane mixed their MN and Texas backgrounds into a perfectly balanced wedding celebration at the lake.
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