The way you express your commitments gets to be an intentional experience that reflects who you are. But I bet you already knew that.
You're here because you want your wedding to align with your values, your needs, your vibe. You want the freedom to follow your creative expression, and skipping the traditions that don't align just makes sense.
Whether your ideal day looks like:
+ a courthouse ceremony in downtown Minneapolis, followed by beer and pinball at Grumpy’s dive
+ an intimate backyard celebration with face painters for the kiddos and vegan catering from Reverie
+ or just having the space to breathe and be doted on by your ride-or-dies…
No matter what they look like, celebrations that are uniquely you are exactly the vibe here.
With my background in video journalism and concert photography, I know exactly what it takes to document moments that won't happen again. In settings where there's no control and no do-overs, honesty and truthful storytelling drive my focus. This approach also applies to weddings.
Celebrating who you really are is a core value for me. Because if a photo or video that follows a trend doesn't feel like you, then it misses the point, right?
You're in the right place if you care more about crafting an intentional experience that honors your values than about following a trend. Whether you're making your celebration more eco-friendly or creating space in your day for tattoos, I'm here for it. I'm embracing whatever feels natural and will help make your day the badass celebration you've been dreaming of.
TLDR: I'm a photographer and filmmaker for couples who dream of a celebration AND photo/video experience that speaks to them. Couples who don't give a damn about traditions or rules or "should's" are at home here.
Let's be so real - the pressure to show up perfectly or have it all together is a lot. But now add a camera and a stranger? Overwhelming as hell. I get it, friends!
But here's the thing: there's no performance required here. Just your whole cutie selves.
It's my number one priority to make you feel safe and supported, so you can show up exactly as you are. We'll get to know each other so well beforehand that we'll feel like old friends before you ever see my camera. I'll shoo any nerves away so you can soak in all the goofy, tender moments with your favorite person.
Bottom line: You’re seen and celebrated exactly as you are. Because we’re all just regular, messy humans around here, and I wouldn't have it any other way.
Whether I’m on your team as your wedding photographer or videographer, I’m documenting your day with intention. Because your story is worth being told exactly how it is - without the pressure of expectation. I'll give you space to shine so you can look back on your gallery or film and say "It's so us".
No matter the medium I use, my job is to document your day exactly as it happened. From a quiet embrace on the back porch, to the chaos of kiddos with bubble shooters, if it happens, it matters. And I'm paying attention to all of it.
No performance necessary for your video experience, either. With an unobtrusive setup you'll forget you're being filmed. Using a blend of high-res digital and the nostalgic grain of VHS adds an added layer of vintage grunge to your film. And with audio from all parts of your day driving the narrative, you'll really get to relive how it felt.
My photography style is rooted in authenticity and a lil playful edge. I'm not just here to make you look cool as hell (I'll do that too, tho!) - I'm documenting the spontaneous hug when you just need a sec to breathe. I'm noticing the eye roll and reluctant smile when your partner makes a cheesy pun. The photos that aren't on a shot list, but become the ones you keep coming back to.
I'm the third member of our family to work with Janet for our wedding event, I'm glad to say! It's a delight to be so at ease around someone who has been there for us in such special moments. We couldn't have been more comfortable, as if just another beloved guest were there, who happened to have a keen eye and ready camera. Janet is relatable, kind, fun to work with, and a joy to be around.
We'd never done a couples photoshoot before our engagement session, so we were anxious. But during the session it was so easy! It felt like getting together with an old friend and taking photos! We had no nerves during the wedding - we knew our photographer was going to capture our day perfectly! Janet is professional, fun and just a really awesome person. The photos speak for themselves but you might not see how much she advocates for social justice, supports mental health and uplifts women/POC creators. It's so nice to have someone with the same values capture your wedding!
For both our wedding and engagement photos, Janet suggested ideas for poses/locations/activities and some of those photos ended up being our favorites! Janet is committed to making clients feel at ease during her shoots, which I really appreciated as it made the experience feel like my partner and I were just hanging out with a friend! I felt like Janet made an effort to get to know me and my partner, and we really enjoyed working with her throughout our entire wedding planning process!
Not all of our wedding vendors were as communicative leading up to the wedding day as we would have liked, but Janet checked in routinely and we knew we had nothing to worry about going into the day. The communication/check in frequency was perfect, and having support with the timeline and other planning aspects was so helpful. Janet and her second photographer were also able to capture everything throughout the day without being disruptive or overbearing in any way whatsoever.
Words do not even begin to describe how amazingly talented she is. Our wedding photos are so beautiful and fully capture the energy of the day. All of our guests raved about her - she made everyone feel so comfortable and seen, in all of the ways. She even got some good smiles out of my dad, which is very impressive!
Janet takes gorgeous photos and makes you feel really comfortable right away even if you’re nervous! Also she makes sure to check if there is anything else you want pictures of and will work with you to come up with great posing ideas! One of the spots we took photos was our favorite brewery. Janet did an incredible job of capturing the vibe of the place and capturing a facet of our relationship that way.
We felt completely at ease with Janet! Who isn’t nervous for their wedding, but she was so thoughtful and helped us be intentional and celebrate us. We also got so many compliments on her willingness to take pictures of our guests and how beautiful our photos were. She focused on what mattered most to us, each other & our family.