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Knudtson Family | Minneapolis, St. Paul, Minnesota | Family Studio Photographer Emily Charais

This family was so much fun start to finish. They came to me for an extended family session to celebrate a special birthday in the group. They were a gorgeous family with so much personality and spunk. We had our session at my studio in Minneapolis and branched out a bit from there for a...

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Wes Leigh Fall 2019 | Minneapolis St. Paul Minnesota | Dance and Ballet Photographer Emily Charais Photography

Wes Leigh is one of my favorite people to work with, and this session was just so beautiful and fun from start to finish. The gorgeous fall colors and the expansive and strong landscape lent the perfect touch to our session. One of the reasons I love working with this girl is that she will...

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Mid Mod Family | Minneapolis St. Paul Minnesota | Family Photographer Emily Charais Photography

I absolutely love a family session that pulls me out of my typical work flow and into my comfort zone. This family wanted a Wes Anderson style session with mid century modern flare injected with my quirky style. It was a match made in heaven and I loved the results. We shot in downtown Minneapolis...

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Elsa | Minneapolis, St. Paul, Stillwater Minnesota | Senior Portrait Photographer Emily Charais Photography

Elsa. When it comes to fall senior portrait sessions in Minnesota, finding the perfect conditions can be difficult. This year was the rainiest fall I can remember, but suddenly the week of Elsa’s session a beautiful 70 degree day opened out of nowhere and we decided to jump at it. We had Elsa’s senior pictures...

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Nikolas | Minneapolis and St. Paul Minnesota | Senior Portrait Photographer Emily Charais Photography

Nikolas. This Minneapolis city session this fall was such a breeze. Nik is a super calm, charming boy that was a total gentleman during our session. It was so easy guiding Nik through his session, and he was a total natural in front of my camera during his senior picture session. We had a wonderful...

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Emily Charais is a professional portrait artist available for booking worldwide, but based in the Twin Cities of Minneapolis and St. Paul Minnesota. She specializes in organic and relaxed Family and senior portraits. She also brings decades of ballet technique knowledge to her dance sessions, making her a unique asset to the Minneapolis dance community.

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