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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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Bryanna | Minneapolis St. Paul Twin Cities Minnesota | Senior Portrait Photographer Emily Charais Photography

Bryanna. This lovely person graced me during our session with her upbeat personality and go with the flow attitude. Our session was an early fall session in Minneapolis in one of my favorite gardens. I loved how relaxed and natural she was…a classic girl next door! Emily Charais is a professional boutique photographer serving the...

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My Own Loves | Minneapolis, St. Paul, Stillwater Minnesota | Family Portrait Photographer Emily Charais Photography

My Family. I know how it goes. Life gets busy and time slips away. You get unhappy with your weight or your teen has acne or you feel like a hamster on a wheel running in place no where fast. I know that family photos can start to feel like a chore and an expense...

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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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