Leslie Crane Photography: Minnesota Children and Family Photographer

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Nature Girl. {Child and Family Photography | Burnsville, Minneapolis St. Paul, Minnesota}

This was such a pretty night. I absolutely love how the out-of-doors looks in early September. There is still some green on the trees, and flowers are still in bloom, but the grasses are giving way to gold, and there are hints of browns and reds sprinkled around.

And what could be more perfect on such a night than to photograph a beautiful, nature-loving girl and her equally beautiful, nature-loving mama? We had so much fun together in and around the studio. And get a load of her eyes (that's natural, people)!

Here is a sampling from our portrait session. I had a hard time narrowing it down. Again. (I should just stop writing that in each blog post, shouldn't I? OK, from now on, just expect a great big pile of pictures each time.)

Thanks for looking. For session details and to see my complete portfolio, click here.

To contact me about your own session in the studio or on-location, click here.

Family {Burnsville, Minneapolis St. Paul, MN | Family Portrait Photographer}

I love making new friends. Like this little guy, right here. He came to see me this week for some pictures. And a whole lot of singing. Airplanes. Laughs. And some really great conversation.

He also brought along his very nice mom and dad.

These were all done inside the natural light room at my photography studio in Burnsville, MN. I really wanted to try creating a natural, homey feel, even though we were at the studio.

Then we stepped outside and played in the field out back.

If it's ok to say so... my sweet little pal here was the biggest fan I've ever had for my singing. This was during verse 3,497 of "Surrey With the Fringe on Top" from Oklahoma. He would sit, listen, sing along, dance a little, run to me, give me a hug, then RUN back to sit down, saying, "Do it again!!!"

Kindred spirit, right here. And he gives the BEST tackle hugs. I'll not soon forget our time together. He was such a wonderful burst of sunshine.

Thanks for looking! To view my complete portfolio and session details click here.

If you would like to have your own family session at the studio or on-location (and would like to hear me sing "Surrey With the Fringe on Top") contact me here.

Angelface. {Child Portrait Photographer | Twin Cities}

I have 5 things to say about this session: cute, cute, cute, cute and... cute.

We got so much variety from this sweet little doll. We did a little bit of everything and she was as fun and adorable as humanly possible the whole time.

I don't normally share "outtakes" but this one is SO adorable. This was one of the first shots I took with studio lights and she was just shocked at the light flashing!

She also brought along her Easter dress and we got this series:

I had such a wonderful time singing songs and playing with this little ball of sunshine! Bring me your toddlers - I love 'em.

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Sunshine and Family {Family Photographer | Minneapolis St. Paul}

Spring came for one brief day this past weekend. I had an indoor session scheduled with this family, who was together for Easter. The forecast called for heavy clouds and temps on the cool side. Well... we ended up outdoors in the beautiful sunshine. I love that kind of "unexpected:" it was gorgeous outside, and even though it was wet and there was still snow on the ground, there was warmth in the air and in hearts.

I had such a wonderful time with this very loving and joyful extended family.

This spot right here on this bridge is a very special one because it is the place where this very nice guy proposed to this very lovely woman. And here they are with their very adorable six-year-old twins. I absolutely love when we can incorporate a meaningful place or thing into a photo session.

Thanks for looking!

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For the Mothers. Mini Sessions. {Family Photography | Twin Cities, MN}

I am holding spring mini-sessions! These are at substantial discounts from my regular rates, and orders will be ready in plenty of time for Mother's Day. These are pretty rare (only once a year, in fact!), and spots are really limited. This is my gift to mothers, their families, and anyone who ever had a mom.

So let me help you give something bright and beautiful to a special mother in your life. Or... to yourself. You could even be IN the picture, for a change!

email me at leslie@lesliecranephotography.com to schedule or ask any questions. I hope to see you there!