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W Family mini session | Kabekona, Park Rapids, MN Family Portrait Photographer

Yesterday, I got to meet this sweet family.

The two girls are over 6 years apart, which was so fun, because big sister got to help out a lot with baby sister! This little seven month old was a total ham, and loooooves that she can sit up on her own! Her seven-year-old counterpart wanted to get over with everyone else’s photos so we could focus on her 🙂 Pretty mama and her Mr. were excellently flexible, and got some of the indoor shots they wanted before I forced them all outside… into snow, cold, and good lighting. Thanks you guys!!! Little baby girl Avery was obsessed with the grass and snow combo and didn’t want  to go in when we were done!

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Kaya Wedding, Part One: PINK | Itasca State Park, Mississippi River Photographer, Bemidji MN

Last month, I had the awesome privilege of photographing this gorgeous bride and groom, along with their bridal party. I learned that making EVERYTHING by hand results in several beautifully crafted gowns, ribbons, jewels, and head pieces. AMAZING.

Christina was the most becoming bride in her hot pink dress. Zosim stood out as the groom in his sharp pink shirt, too. The bridesmaids wore a gold color and the groomsmen wore a gold color with khakis.

Again, I am so happy I got to be a part of this special week! Congratulations for EVER, Kayas!!!

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P. Family | Nevis, MN Bemidji Family Christmas Photo Photographer

I had the joy of laughing with this family while I took their family photos.

The main goal of the session was to get a good shot for their Christmas card. I hope we did that!

I really enjoyed the kids: They were so funny…  the girls were complete girls — totally into modeling for me with princess waves and funny stories to make each other laugh. The little boy was a total boy — grumping about having to pose for the camera but throwing me cheesy grins and goofball antics. His favorite thing we would do to make him laugh was call him “daddy.” He thought it was the craziest idea, and loved it!

To ask questions, or book a session, contact info is on my website at www.amykatephoto.com

{I am currently offering $50 mini sessions, and $150 Full Portrait Sessions}
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Kaya Wedding | Itasca State Park, Park Rapids, Bemidji MN Wedding Photographer

WOWZAS.
 I had the awesome priviledge of phtoographing Zosim & Christina’s wedding photos. It was a cold and dreary day with drizzles and almost-snow.

We took the pictures at Itasca State Park, and it was the perfect location! Christina had a couple outfits to wear, and the hot pink one really stood out against the fall colors. The white dress, with the Bridal Party’s accents of peach were a great subtle mix, too.

Here is the sneakiest sneak peek. Enjoy!

Copyright Amy Kastenbauer | Amy Kate Photography, 2013 |  www.amykatephoto.com

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Tierra, Class of 2014 | Bemidji, MN Senior Portrait Photographer

Hey!

Have you seen my sneak peeks (on facebook) of this snappy senior!? Tierra is lovely, isn’t she!? And, she is ON THE BALL. She’s already in process of applying and hearing back from colleges!

What an inspiration to the procrastinator in all of us. 

She was saying how her dad was trying to nag her to get going on applying, and she’s like, “Dad, I’ve already heard back from them!” She has some testing to do, and then she’ll be waiting to hear a little more before she makes her college decision. I’m sure she’ll do great!

Tierra, I had so much fun working with you the other week. Thank You so much for the opportunity to photograph your senior pictures. Girl, you are going to do great this year.


Congratulations on accomplishing a successful move from school to school, and then working hard to do well this year! I wish you the very very best with your senior year at BHS, and with your decision on school for your next four years.

CONGRATS and lots of love,
Amy

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P. Family Portraits | Nevis, MN On the Lake Family Photographer

Although it is hard to believe, we are now in the holiday season, already getting ready to say, “Merry Christmas!” I can’t understand, for the life of me, where time goes. It moves beyond catching up with. Add in children, and you can’t blink fast enough, right?

Well, anyway, I am so glad to have started some great family sessions this Fall. Thinking ahead is SO important! This family had their session at their home, in Nevis… On the Lake! How wonderful! The colors were rich, and they did an excellent job coordinating their outfits!

Enjoy this little sneak at their October family portrait session.

Amy Kastenbauer, as Amy Kate Photography is a portrait photographer and wedding photographer around Cass Lake, MN. Amy Kate Photography is a fun, affordable way to get your family photos in before the Thanksgiving and Christmas, AND New Year Craziness. Heck, even before Valentine’s Day is an accomplishment! 🙂

Check out amykatephoto.com for more info

email amykastenbauer@gmail.com right now to inquire.

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Debbie | Personal Mini Session, Bemidji MN Portrait Photographer

Here’s Debbie! This lovely lady is a wife, mom, professor, and nature lover! She and her family live on the most beautiful property out in the country. They have chickens, turkeys, dogs, cats, horses… and flowers. The home is central to gorgeous flower beds and gardens everywhere. What an outstanding homestead!

She made a promise to herself many years ago, that, after her modeling career, she would have professional pictures taken every ten years. Well, she finally did it! And let me tell you: she still has certainly not lost any modeling talent! Debbie was so fun and fabulous to work with. She is beautiful inside and out.

Enjoy these 🙂

Amy Kate Photography is a professional Portrait and Wedding Photographer near Cass Lake, (and Bemidji) Minnesota. www.amykatephoto.com

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Lanie : at the lake | Leech Lake, Cass Lake, MN Senior Portrait Photographer

WOW! I have been having an incredible time going through these sessions…

I have this one set of grandparents, their two kids & families, and two of those families’ kids are seniors… what a great great great session of sessions! This was an incredible family to work with and I can’t wait to share more photos with you all.

For now, here is just the sneak peek of sneak peeks… because I can’t stop oohing and aaaahhing over the beauty here in Lanie’s Senior Portraits. LOVELY. She is just absolutely stunning. Thanks for watching her photos unfold with me!

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Central MN Senior Photographer | Isabelle Class of 2014 Senior Portraits

Here is just a SNEAK PEEK at Isabelle’s Senior session from the other day. Let me tell you right now, this girl can pop her hip, and sway her hair! Look at this lovely lady and you just see that she emanates joy! You Go, Girl! I loved this shoot, and even more, I love this young woman like a little sister.

Wishing you the BEST Senior Year, Izzy!!! Congratulations 🙂

 Oh yeah, did I mention that she’s in one of the best colorguards around?

If you’re interested in booking a Senior Portrait Session, check out more info on my website : www.amykatephoto.com

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Bemidji MN Child Photographer | Cottage Cuties Etsy Shop

I am so excited to share with you the very talented and CUTE line of clothes and more over at Cottage Cuties. Let me tell before you head over there, that this is going to be a cuteness overload!
 This is the cutie Abigail on our beach day. Isn’t she adorable?
 Here’s my little man Cody escorting his beach date into the water
 look at the lovely eyelet detail
 this sleeveless pillowcase style is my favorite… so elegant!
a HUGE thank you to Abigail for being a great model!
&
a HUGE thank you to Kathleen over at Cottage Cuties for these lovely dresses!