Had such a perfect time adventuring with these two in Sioux Falls, SD. Sweet company, great coffee and fresh snow laden scenery helped make for a collection of gorgeous images. Love this job.
Ryan Stadler
Dori Family / St. Paul, MN
I could write a novel about the Dori family. They mean a lot to me for many reasons. I met Roee about 4 years ago, shortly after they moved to MN from New York. I was assisting him on a wedding and brought along more gear than him and I'm sure he was wondering if I even knew how to use it. Fortunately for me, he kept asking me back. Over the years a great friendship developed. We've photographed 30+ weddings together and experienced both highs and lows together. I've learned so much from him and was blown away when he asked me to photograph his family. His wife is a rockstar designer for IKEA and because of this, the family was moving to Sweden. We spent our time hanging out in their St. Paul home and along the parkway nearby. I dearly miss this fam and I'm so grateful to have this collection of photographs to remind me of them. If you are interested in booking a family portrait session and want more info, check out my new investment section. Winter is a great time to book a session in your home and it might be warm enough to venture outside as well. I'm currently offering 10% off during the months of February and March. Thanks so much for your support!
2014 / Year In Review
2014 was my biggest year, yet. I was the busiest I've ever been with photography...had more portrait and family sessions and weddings in a single season ever. It still wasn't enough, though. I want to work harder. I want to drink more coffee and stay up later. In 2014, I started shooting more film than digital and started developing all my black and white film at home. This was the first year I worked outside of Minnesota. I traveled to Wisconsin, Michigan, Ohio, Pennsylvania, Arkansas, Texas and South Dakota. All for photography. I'm so stoked about this. Help me make 2015 even better! Thank you thank you thank you…for the support, encouragement and inspiration. Love you guys. I couldn't do this without you. Here are some rad photos from this year.
my amazing wife.
Caleb. Who has already had multiple heart surgeries.
Hannah. My first styled/modeled shoot.
Leah. She's a local barista.
Chuck + Jessica / PA engagement
Andy + Amy's engagement
Chris + Elaine / Kent, Ohio
Rob + Lindsey / SD engagement
David + Carly's Engagement
Jeff + Jessica / for their new website.
Devin + Melissa's Wedding
David + Carly's Wedding
Andy + Amy's wedding
Dave + Holly's Wedding
Sylvia + Bethany / MI
Abramson Family
Fuentes Family / PA
Lewis + Maddie. My favorite 1-2 punch.
Barnes Family / possibly my favorite family photo of all time.
Rafferty Family
Maddie + Chloe / cousins
Kalscheuer Family / MN, TX
Ouachita National Forest, AR
Stroth Family
Mogensen Family / first instant film family session
Finn.
Stadler Family
Heim Family
Dori Family / Roee is a pro.
Brent + Lauren's Wedding / it was on an island.
Chuck + Jessica's Wedding / MN
Tim + Kathy's wedding
KD Painting softball team
Dorn Family
Another first for 2014…having a professional photographer grab some photos of our crazy, growing family. Thanks so much Jeff!