David + Carly's Wedding / No Doberman's Allowed.

Remember David and Carly's engagement photos? Well, I'll always remember them for two main reasons. (a) I called David, "Andy" at least 4 times and they never corrected me. When I got home and realized what I had done I felt HORRIBLE. (b) I knew they were bringing a dog, but for some reason I pictured a cute little lap dog. I have no idea why, I just did. Then Bauer stepped out of the car. Bauer is a Doberman. About as opposite of a lap dog as you can get! Thankfully, he was super nice. Carly and David were such a great, layed back, happy couple on their wedding day. Just the way any photographer would want it. It was such a joy spending the day with them and I'm super pumped for their future together. thanks guys!

Andy + Amy's Wedding / Prestwick Golf Club / Minneapolis, MN

I had been anxiously awaiting this wedding ever since Andy + Amy's wintery engagement session ended. It was so great to see so many friends and family gather to help celebrate this amazing day. Amy looked stunning and Andy's tux complete with cane, gloves and top-hat fit his quirky personality perfectly. Joy was the word of the day. May it continue for them from here on. Thanks Andy + Amy! Since our first meeting until now, you have been an absolute dream to work with and I am so thankful to know you both! Bless you guys!

Nikon D700's / 135 F2 / 85 1.4D / 50 1.4G / 35 F2 / SB-900's / edited using VSCO film

Mamiya RZ67 / 110 2.8 / Kodak Portra 400 + Tri-X 400

Baby bump, yummy light, a trip and fall & the sounds of rushing water / Kalscheuer Family Portraits

Remember Jon + Senate's gorgeous Mill City Museum wedding last summer? Well, this family session was equally as gorgeous and after rescheduling because of weather, we were given an absolutely perfect Minnesota summer evening. This was another all film session (Jon's jaw kinda dropped when I mentioned I was using film that night and I may have had to reassure him film still "works"). Some thoughts on documentary portrait sessions...I think a lot of families don't want the hassle of scheduling family photos because…well, they have a family and families are often amazing, but equally challenging and crazy. The thought of spending a bunch of money and risking everything not going "perfect" just seems too stressful. Are we worried that our crazy, wild, imperfect family life isn't good enough? for a photographer? To show on Facebook? I'm as guilty of it as anyone. We had family photos taken for the first time a month ago! I want to encourage anyone who is on the fence about setting up a session with me or any other photographer to just relax and take a deep breath. For those with little kids…there will be meltdowns. Its O.K. For those with young kids, they may trip and fall. They might cry. It's O.K. Older kids may hate the idea at first. It's O.K. They will eventually come out of their shell. In the end, you will have a collection of photographs documenting what your life truly is in this season. Life is never perfect. Your photos may not look perfect. Did I just say, that? Perfection is not my goal. Being authentic is. Don't hide who you are and you'll help make the best photographs ever. If you are interested in booking a documentary portrait session, please contact me soon. This year is filling up quickly! Thanks for the support everyone!  -R

Gear : Mamiya 645 Pro TL w/ 80 1.9 // Nikon F100 w/ 50 1.4D // Mamiya RZ67 w/ 110 2.8 // Kodak Portra 400 + Kodak Tri-X 400