S Family Photos | Bemidji, MN Children and Family Portrait Photographer

 Hey, cute family! I am having a blast looking back at these photos from our quick and chilly November mini session. These kids. If you haven't met them before, let me do the honor of introducing you to some of the most passionate children you have ever met. They are caring and kind, and give you every ounce of energy they can compose. They have hearts for the Lord, each one of them, and devote everything they have to telling you every story of imagination, food, creation, and friendship. They read books, they play games, they are sporty, and they're fun! This couple lived in Chicago for a few years at Moody Bible College, and now are in Bemidji building relationships with Native Americans, stretching them and challenging them in a walk with the Lord. We serve with these guys at Oak Hills Center for Indian Ministries. What  blessing to photograph a sweet sweet family like these guys.

Kaya Wedding Part 3: Big Picture {a glimpse of it all} | Bemidji, MN Wedding Photographer

Kaya Wedding Part Two: White | Itasca State Park, Mississippi River Photographer, Bemidji MN

 Remember these lovely newlyweds? They were married in September and had their formal portraits taken at Itasca State Park. The leaves were perfectly golden, the grass still green, the roads cluttered with fallen leaves, while the trees stood firm. It was a cold and misty day, but it was beautiful, nonetheless.

Mr. & Mrs. Kaya were fun to work with, and got more and more comfortable in front of the lens as the hours passed. I am so grateful to have shot this wedding. It was just stunning to see the lovely hand-made bridal head piece that Christina wore. She was the most stunning bride with the long ribbons, pearls, and lace cascading down her back. They trailed over buttons from her dress and stood out in their soft peachy highlights against her delicate dress.

 

Interested in more? email me at amykastenbauer@gmail.com  and request to see a Wedding Catalog or ask any questions you might have.

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!!!

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}

Holiday Mini Sessions $50 | 30 mins 20 images | Bemidji MN Family Portrait Photographer

Well, Mini Sessions are BACK! Happy Thanksgiving everyone! You can now schedule your $50 mini session with Amy Kate Photography. Call me, email me, or send me a facebook message to book your 30 minute time slot. When and Wherever works for you. The location of your choice.

More details and my contact info at amykatephoto.com


let the world know :)

Or, at least anyone around Cass Lake, Bemidji, Blackduck, Pennington, Grand Rapids, Park Rapids, Baxter, Brainerd, Walker, Detroit Lakes, or Milaca, Princeton, St. Cloud, Gilman, Onamia, Mora...

Jesse, our son | Cass Lake MN Family, Newborn Photographer

This is our littlest man a couple weeks ago, for his one-month pictures.

Love him!

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.

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

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!

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