family photography in the twin cities
CAPTURING THE DEEP BREATHS, THE BELLY LAUGHS, AND EVERYTHING IN BETWEEN
Let's just pause for a moment and acknowledge that you are building a whole life for a bunch of little humans. If that's not the coolest thing on this Earth, I don't know what is.
It only makes sense that we would document that beautiful life that you are building-- whether on your own as a single parent or with the love of your life-- with all of its early morning snuggles and seemingly-out-of-nowhere temper tantrums. To make your way downstairs every morning-- sleepily fumbling to get the coffee pot ready before the kids wake up and demand chocolate chip pancakes for the third day this week-- and have photographs of the raw, wondrous life you've lived so far, lining the walls? That's the definition of luxury, right there.
KINFOLK
Kinfolk is my signature service-- and is it any wonder why? In only twenty minutes time (otherwise known in a parent's world as 'how long you typically have before the toddler equivalent of an existential crisis hits') at a pre-determined location and date of my choosing, we will capture you and your family doing a sweet little bit of life together. These sessions can be utilized for maternity, newborn, or families, and there is always the option to upgrade your location and/or date.
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starting at $350
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CHELSEA | MAMA OF TWO
"I mean, no one gets pictures taken by you and hates them, but do you ever get tired of hearing all of the rave reviews? I am obsessed with these photos. The amount of goodness that you can capture in literally 20 minutes always blows my mind."
HOMEWARD
The wait for baby to come is its own kind of wonder. Even though you probably don’t feel your best, I promise you-- you’re going to want the photo of this phase of life. The Homeward Sessions honor the quiet magic of this time between carrying new life and bringing it into the world: the gentle swell of your growing belly, your hands subconsciously cradling it every waking moment, the daydreaming that you do in the in-between moments. This is about so much more than documenting. It’s about celebrating the connection that is already taking root between your heart and the one you’re carrying.
starting at $600
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FOR MATERNITY
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jake | from groom to dad
"Madeline has been an absolute gift to our family, capturing every major milestone with such care and creativity. From our wedding day, maternity photos, newborn sessions and family portraits, her talent and passion shine through every shot. Madeline isn't just a photographer; she's a storyteller who turns life's special moments into works of art."
FIRST LIGHT
The days after baby arrives are raw and fleeting. The First Light Sessions aren’t about perfection; they’re about presence. They’re about taking a moment of stillness amidst the sleepless nights and reveling in the life you brought into the world. Whether you’d like to shoot in your own home or pack up baby for their first field trip and shoot in a studio, First Light is about preserving these first days with honesty and tenderness.
starting at $600
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FOR NEWBORN
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Sarah | from bride to mom of two
"We got our newborn pictures when I was just two weeks postpartum. Those who've been there get it. It's terrifying going out of the house, your body isn't what it used to be, and I didn't feel up for it. We got to the studio, and I immediately felt at ease. Mads was so patient with us getting settled, and we talked about motherhood, life updates, and normal adult conversation. MUCH needed. And the pictures she captured represented who we are as a family."
GATHERING
The Gathering Sessions are for capturing all of it, exactly as it is-- the sticky fingers and spontaneous hugs, the knowing glances between parents and quirks between kids, and all of the sweet moments that might catch you entirely off guard. They’re for sitting in your story and taking the time to really capture the essence of you as a family, during our hour together. There will come a day where you will miss those chubby little arms wrapped around your neck, and these photos are going to be the next best thing.
starting at $600
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FOR FAMILIES
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ALEX | MAMA OF TWO
"I'd like to think it's our parenting that helped Kennedy be such a rockstar, but the truth is that it's all you! Your calm energy, love, humor, patience, and the way you engage with the kids is just so special, Mads."
VILLAGE
Because you know better than anyone that it takes a village, and that alone is worth celebrating. The Village Sessions are about honoring the legacy of love that ties you all together-- the grandparents who always have a story starting with “I remember when.....” and usually having something to do with climbing three miles uphill both ways in the snow; the siblings who know you better than you know yourself; and the kids who remind us what it’s all for.
starting at $750
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FOR EXTENDED FAMILIES
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(Each family within the extended family gets their own session, too. Village is for families of 10+ people.)
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LYNN + DAN
"As the mother and father of the bride, and again on two occasions for [extended family] photos, we have had Madeline work her magic. Sometimes it can be like herding cats, but Madeline seamlessly gets everyone involved and relaxed, and she is wonderful at getting adults and children to naturally smile! We will definitely have Madeline use her creative talents to capture our changing family as it grows."
// welcome to our
lovely little life
FAMILY PHOTOGRAPHER IN MINNESOTA
CRAFTED FOR BOTH THE CHAOS AND THE QUIET
There is nothing-- I repeat, nothing-- like a child’s face when they witness their parents play. And there’s nothing like your faces either, when you take a moment for yourselves-- a moment just to look into each other’s tired eyes and remember why you fell in love in the first place. It’s not like you’ve forgotten, but you know as well as I do that life gets in the way of remembering how good we have it, every now and again. My Minnesota family photography services are all about giving you that, and more.
My life’s work is to capture those moments where you can feel your heart squeeze or hear the giggles through the photograph, every time you revisit that worn family album that’s almost always unearthed from beneath a mountain of toys and blankets.
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PHOTOGRAPHER
MADS LIZOTTE
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MINNESOTA
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MOMENTS
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MESS + MILESTONE
DESIGN + COPY
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