Jessica Strobel eating doughnuts for her brand photoshoot

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Minneapolis, MN

Your Minneapolis Newborn Photo Options: In Studio, or in Your Home?

Your Minneapolis Newborn Photo Options: In Studio, or in Your Home?

Question: Is in-studio newborn photography, or in-home newborn photography a better choice? Answer: It’s up to your specific situation, but you’ll want to think about photo style, posing, home-prep, and your capacity, to help you decide!So it’s time to review your...

Are you ready for Mothers Day? | Mothers Day Photos

Are you ready for Mothers Day? | Mothers Day Photos

Question: What makes the best Mothers’ Day gift? Answer: Photo based Mothers’ Day gifts are an ideal way to gift a memory that your Mom can treasure forever. Mothers Day is Coming up Fast It might be March, but we’re officially two months out from Mothers’ Day, and...

Blogging for Photographers in the Age of AI | Does Blogging Still Work?

Blogging for Photographers in the Age of AI | Does Blogging Still Work?

Question: How can you grow your photography website in 2026?Answer: Blogging is still a massive engine for traffic in our new online world.   It’s no secret we’re in a new online age. You’d have to live under a rock to not know that our whole online world is changing....

2026 Branding & Photography Trends | Small Business Promotion

2026 Branding & Photography Trends | Small Business Promotion

Following trends isn’t about changing your branding As a small business owner headed into 2026, it might feel like the only way to take advantage of changes and trends in the design and aesthetics side of things, might be changing your branding overall to line up with...

Why Videography is Your Next Best Business Investment

Why Videography is Your Next Best Business Investment

Small Businesses Need Video There’s no way around it in this day and age - small businesses can’t get away without sharing video content. Whether we’re talking about your website, or your Instagram, or your TikTok - any social media, really - video is a non-negotiable...

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“Jessie did a wonderful job capturing the perfect moments and memories of my newborn son. Jessie is talented but what makes her unique is her passion and zeal for catering to families and little ones is what really sets her apart. I would highly recommend Jessie for maternity/ newborn and family sessions. Her work is beautiful.”

— Kristi F.

“We LOVE working with Jessie. We initially used her for our newborn shoot and have continued to use her for family photos since – she is amazing with kids and getting them to smile, knows when they just need some time to run, and is so flexible and willing to work with you around timing, etc. She takes all the pressure off the “big day” of family photos and makes it a fun and easy experience. And, the photos always turn out amazing and she turns them around so quickly. Could not recommend her more!”

— Jackie C

“Jessica is amazingly talented with a camera and with kids. She was flexible working with our family’s schedule, kept our toddler engaged and entertained, and our newborn calm. A true baby whisperer. The photos captured a special time for our family perfectly and we are so grateful”

— Ellie