Emily is a professional photographer based out of Minneapolis and St. Paul Minnesota. She has a studio in North Loop Minneapolis and works on location worldwide.
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The Lim Family. I adore this family and have been photographing them for half a decade. They are such wonderful, thoughtful people and I think that shines through in their sessions. Not only are each one of them absolutely beautiful, and they are also so intelligent and fun as well. I love our sessions so...
Olive. This baby ballerina is an absolute dream to work with. She is capable, and willing to go all out and try new poses, and push herself even harder the next shot. Though I will say that first shot was a one take wonder. I’ve been photographing her as a dancer she she was tot,...
Catherine. This stunning dancer came to me for a tutu session to document her ballet competition season this year. I loved the bright green of her Esmeralda costume and her gorgeous leg lines. It was so wonderful meeting her and having her in my studio this year!
Jonah. This guy. I tell ya. He gets stronger by a mile every time I work with him. At such a young age, he already has a ton of experience with partnering and always brings his partners along for a few shots. He is an extremely talented young guy ballet dancer and I adore him...
Abby. This dancer was such a joy to work with. She has the loveliest lines and such a sweet and soft style of dancing due to her distinct ballet training. It was so wonderful meeting her this year. Abby has such a bright ballet future ahead of her and I look forward to working with...
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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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