Kaposia Photography

Barely Bumping

2011-05-31T09:40:00.000-07:00

Took my best friend out to attempt some early belly shots, only to realize that bump vanishes in most poses. Tricky baby boy! We will try again closer to the finish line.

Introducing 2011/2012 Senior Package + Call for Senior Reps

2011-05-15T07:11:00.000-07:00

Let's create some fun senior portraits that suit your personality, and that you can actually afford!

Senior Package
$175
2-hour session
location of your choice
up to two outfits
1 8x10
4 5x7
48 wallets
2 mini bragbooks
CD of 20-30 edited images

Senior Rep Call!

I'm also seeking senior reps to put my name out there among their peers and help me meet new clients! Not only do you get a discounted rate, but you'll be eligible to earn additional prints and products based on the number of referrals who complete sessions with me! It's a fantastic way to make your senior portraits even more affordable!

Senior Reps
2-hour session
location of your choice
up to two outfits
1 8x10
4 5x7
16 Wallets
2 mini brag books
25 rep cards
Earn bonus prints & products
CD of 20-30 edited images available after 30 days

Only accepting two boys and two girls per school!

White Bear Lake

2011-05-08T06:48:00.000-07:00

I truly enjoyed my shoot yesterday. It was a beautiful day, an amazing location, and a really great (and adorable) family. Working with toddlers can be a little tough, but we made it work and ended up with some really great images.

Grandma made this traditional Hmong hat for Miss E and I wanted to get at least one peek in for her since today is, of course, Mother's Day! So adorable!!

She Climbs

2011-03-27T07:40:00.000-07:00

I had a shoot yesterday with my the daughter of my mom's friend. Leave it to a teenage girl to know how to work the camera like a pro! This session was effortless and a lot of fun because I had a great model.

Zac & Zoe

2010-08-13T14:20:00.000-07:00

Man, oh man! These have got to be two of the cutest kids I have ever had the pleasure of working with! It was SO HARD to narrow down which proofs to present to their wonderful mom, and even more difficult to decide which to share here in my blog.

I don't usually post many B&W images, because I love color so much. However, these two are downright STUNNING in B&W and I can't resist.

Of course, I can't resist including SOME color for you guys!

Rilynn, Brady, & Connor

2010-08-02T12:53:00.000-07:00

This was a fun session on a Humid day - note the capital H. The kids were cute as can be, which goes a long way to make a humid day tolerable. Rilynn and Brady are siblings, and little Connor is their cousin!

Connor was a serious little man!! Before you ask, no, I didn't go all crazy on his eyes, they were just made that awesome!

Mommy and Daddy got him smiling though!

Anya

2010-07-30T14:38:00.000-07:00

Aren't kids awesome? Here's a really sweet one that I met yesterday. It took her a few minutes to warm up to me, but when she did, watch out! She was so silly and fun!

Also, Katharine, Barney has my heart, can you ask him to return it? I have SWORN I won't get a dog until my youngest is 5 - but I'm constantly being tempted by adorable dogs that make me want to run to the humane society.

Khrys & Sam (again!)

2010-07-30T14:35:00.001-07:00

This shoot was TORTURE. My cousin and his girlfriend made me climb the Hill of Doom, which was really more of a wall because it was so steep.

Two days later, my legs are still aching.

Ok, all suffering aside, it was a lot of fun to hang out with them again! We were at Willow River State Park in Wisconsin. It has a lot to offer, besides hills of death, of course. I look forward to heading back that way with my kids!

Wyatt

2010-07-25T10:09:00.000-07:00

Jackie was nice enough to actually sit *in nature* with me for an hour so we could get THE SHOT that I've had stuck in my head for months. Little Wyatt is an eating-cuddling machine, so we actually spent most of that hour just chatting - it was pretty darn relaxing and just plain nice to hang out in the middle of a giant field, oogling a perfect little baby and cracking jokes about our thugness.

We got the shot! The one on the right is exactly what has been in my head, and I'm so happy to have it in front of me now. I also just have to say, when I sat down to process this session, the shot on the left here brought tears to my eyes. Just look at those perfect baby feet. So sweet.

Dawson

2010-07-22T10:09:00.001-07:00

I've been looking for different ways to get out of my VERY TEENY comfort zone.

I decided to host a photography "class" with my mom's group to get some experience teaching a bit about photography. I am incredibly shy, and when I'm BEHIND the camera, my shyness...well, it doesn't disappear, but it does dull behind the joy of doing what I love. In all honesty, I was so nervous, coming out from behind the camera, and talking about photography. I don't think I did a very good job, but it was a learning experience for me and I did it, so I'm proud. I'm really looking forward to doing similar things in the for some non-profit organizations in the area.

My friend, Beth, brought her son, Dawson, along to serve as our model to practice some of what we discussed! He is such a cutie and sooo happy. I didn't have much time to shoot while I was helping everyone figure things out, so we took 5 minutes afterward to take some cute photos of the little man.

brought to you by the letter C {Maplewood, MN Child Photographer}

2010-07-20T16:21:00.000-07:00

Just a few more shots of the girls and their big brother, Camerin. I had to include some of them out of their awesome fancy threads!

Sunrise and Musing

2010-07-16T02:03:00.000-07:00

I am always at my absolute best just before sunrise. There's a magic that exists only before the sun climbs up over the horizon, and it always manages to inch it's way deep into my bones and fill my spirit up with hope for the coming day.

I have a few really amazing projects coming up, new things to introduce to my blog, new challenges to introduce in my life. I am so excited for all the big steps I have been taking and so appreciative to all of you who are coming along for the journey and supporting my efforts to turn this little photography business of mine into something really great.

I have no grand announcements to make today, I really just wanted to share my joy with the visitors who have been stopping by over the past couple of days to take a peek. Things are about to get really fun around here, and I can't wait to start unveiling all the things I've been working on!

Here's a photo, because of course, I can't leave without one.

Collin, Olive, & Elaine

2010-07-14T17:52:00.000-07:00

This trio was SO darn cute. It was a bit late in the day by the time I met with them, and Olive wasn't feeling the portraits, but she sure had a blast exploring her world - and especially loved the drinking fountain! (Don't worry guys! We still have plenty of good Olive shots, I just happen to love these the most!)

Right away Collin, who is 8, dove into the woods and came out bearing a real treasure: A toad! He was named Hoppy and later released, after keeping residence in Collin's pocket for most of our session.
And then there was Miss Elaine. What is there to say about 4-month-old perfection? I have one this age and I still wanted to cuddle her up!

Kinzey

2010-07-14T17:46:00.000-07:00

This session was SUCH fun, largely because Kinzey is blessed with an awesome mom and a spectacular (if a bit wacky) grandma. Mom and Grandma were WORKIN' for those hard-to-find smiles and it was so great. I love working with such playful families!

I still cannot get over her eyes!

Sebastian

2010-07-14T17:39:00.000-07:00

Yesterday was a great day for a portrait session!

In the early evening I met with 14-month-old Sebastian and his parents (Stephanie and Matt) for a mini-session! He is such a happy little man and it was an all around great shoot.A

Model Search: Newborn

2010-07-10T16:50:00.000-07:00

A while back I discovered a beautiful location where I would LOVE to do a newborn session. Rylan had already made his grand entrance into our lives, but it was too cold for what I had in mind. So I waited for the world to warm.

I am now searching (high, low, under rocks, in the fridge) for an adorable little new person to photograph at this location. There will be no session fee, and you will receive a CD with your two favorite images, an 8x10 print and 50% off any additional prints or products you choose to purchase.

Please email me (MLundgrenPhoto@gmail.com) if you have a baby under 3 weeks old and are up for an evening outside with me and my camera!

...And, because a post without a photo is barely a post at all, I bring you Rylan, now 4 months old.

Mini Sessions!

2010-07-05T12:37:00.000-07:00

Hey everyone!

I'm really excited for this upcoming Mini Session evening I have planned. I would love for YOU to join me at Dodge Nature Center for a fun 30-minute session!

The fee is $30 and covers up to 5 people (and just $5 more per person if you would like to tack on an extra somebody) so it's easy to get updated family photos, shots of you with that special someone, or just a few great shots for your online profiles. The fee also includes an **8x10 and 2 5x7 prints!

You must reserve your spot in advance. Only 6 spots available, so email me today: MLundgrenPhoto@gmail.com!

**You may also swap out the print package for your two favorite images on a CD with a print release!

Welcome to the Show! {St. Paul, MN Photographer}

2010-07-02T00:51:00.001-07:00

OH MY GOSH. I could NOT decide which photos to post from my session with fellow photographer, Rebekah, and her two daughters. So, I've decide to break this up into a couple of posts.

This first post will be all Cora, because she is AMAZING, and clearly a model/superstar. I want to steal her. She has more personality than anyone, and it's a hoot and a half! I could photograph this child for HOURS and not get tired of her wonderful craziness!!

Also, a shout-out to Carla, who produced this lovely skirt (and the one we will see tomorrow on Miss Ruby) for Rebekah. check out more of her products over at Pettiskirts & Parenting in Minneapolis! I have a couple of her skirts as well and they are AMAZING.

Spending Sunday

2010-06-27T12:54:00.001-07:00

If you are from the Twin Cities, you know that far too many days in recent memory have been filled with all kinds of nasty weather. Today was supposed to bring more storms, so I was pleasantly surprised to wake up to a beautiful day.

Being the brilliant person that I am, I decided it was a perfect time to take pictures! Brilliant, sure. Leave it to me to fail to recognize the foreseeable effect of leaving an empty kiddie pool in the yard through days of heavy rain.

IN THEY GO. Diapers, denim, and sweats.

I was right about one thing though: it was a perfect time to take pictures.

Changes

2010-06-26T09:53:00.000-07:00

My blog and site will be going through some changes over the next week or so! Just a heads up that things might get a little crazy in the meantime.

Also, just a note that I am definitely having issues with the quality of images my usual host is currently providing, so things may seem a little iffy for a while as far as that goes! I'm working at sorting it all out and hopefully it will be resolved this weekend!

Khrys + Sam {Stillwater, MN Photographer}

2010-06-25T23:25:00.000-07:00

On Thursday I met with my cousin, Khrys, and his girlfriend, Sam in downtown Stillwater. Sam has been swooning over my work for ages, because I’m just that awesome. Oh, I do amuse myself. Anyway! I haven’t seen Khrys forever and was super excited to see him and meet Sam. Our other cousin, Ashley, tagged along – on crutches, no less!

Sam has worked miracles with this cousin of mine! It used to be impossible to capture a photo of him, and here he was, posing WILLINGLY (or at least without complaining) for hours!! A miracle, I tell you! Boys in love are just silly creature! =)

(Please excuse the small size, I seem to be experiencing some difficulty with flickr!)

Welcoming {Cottage Grove, MN Photographer}

2010-06-22T15:48:00.000-07:00

As I mentioned in my previous post, this was a weekend of celebration for my family!

On Saturday we got together to welcome my cousin's newly adopted son, Dan, to the family. It has been a long and difficult road for Kathy and Tim on their quest to adopt a child. As you can imagine, they are overjoyed to finally become parents to a great kid.

Like Amber, they joined me outside to capture a few shots of them on this super special day.

Congratulations to you all!

Four Cheese Prego {Cottage Grove, MN Photographer}

2010-06-21T14:17:00.000-07:00

I pulled my cousin and her big ol' belly outside during a party this weekend to get some shots - much to her dismay! She'll thank me later, I promise. I so wish I had done pregnancy photos during any of my pregnancies, but I am so much more comfortable BEHIND the camera, it's hard to drag me out.

Her mom and dad got in on the action as well, I am THRILLED with the results, I must say. Having "coloring book" parents makes for some great, interesting detail in a portrait =)

Baby Caleb {Brooklyn Park, MN Photographer}

2010-06-10T13:00:00.000-07:00

Not too long ago I had the pleasure of taking maternity photos for Leann and Eric. On May 24th they welcomed little Caleb into the world, and he is just the sweetest thing! He was an absolute joy to photograph and I am so looking forward to doing so again in the future.

He spent most of the session awake, alert, and incredibly content.

June & July Specials

2010-05-22T14:38:00.001-07:00

For June & July I'll be having a special on senior portraits! 2011 Senior Sessions booked before July 15th will be $150 and include the option of 2 locations of your choice, up to 3 outfit changes, a print package, and one image on a CD for your yearbook! Sessions must take place before August 15th and payment is due in advance to reserve your session date.

Please contact me for further details about either special!

Portrait Party {South St. Paul, MN Photographer}

2010-05-17T15:06:00.000-07:00

On Saturday I met with a friend and her kids and a TON of their friends for a portrait party. It was a lot of insane fun.

We had a little contest for free prints and the winners are Brina and Sarah! Such a cute little pose you guys pulled off. I'll let Jenni know the details!
Stay tuned for more shots of these guys in the next few days!

Baby Celeste {Brooklyn Park, MN Photographer}

2010-05-17T15:01:00.000-07:00

Last fall I did a session with the R family and they have just welcomed a sweet little girl to their family! She was so awake and alert during our session, such an amazing thing for a brand new little girl!

Big brother Noah is getting so big and still as cute as can be!

Rest your belly on my shoulder (hehe) {Minneapolis, MN Photographer}

2010-04-29T13:59:00.001-07:00

Meet Leann and Eric! I had an absolute blast with them while shooting and I can't wait until they become parents to their little man in the very near future! They are going to make for some great, and fun, parents!

Stay tuned to see the little guy shortly after he makes his debut!

Impromtu

2010-04-28T12:04:00.000-07:00

Miss Selene is my baby cousin, and I decided I had to take some photos when I stopped by her auntie's house the other day! She's too cute to pass up, really.

Sons, Spring, and Specials!

2010-04-15T10:49:00.001-07:00

Why hello there, blog readers. Long time, no blogging - am I right?
So, there is a fantastic reason why I have been away from the joy of photographing lovely people in lovely surroundings...and his name is Rylan!

Mr. Rylan was born on March 8, after causing me some very serious pain for several months, and he has definitely shown to be well worth every second! Now that I've fully recovered from the pregnancy and birth of my youngest little man, it is time to return to work. That's where you come in!

In honor of us welcoming the newest addition to our family, I will be offering a newborn special for all the wonderful parents expecting their own little blessings in either April or May. Book your session before April 30 and take 25% off a Standard or Premium package price, or take a whopping 50% off a Belly to Baby or Watch Me Grow package!
Please contact me with any questions or to request a complete price list!

Now that all of those fun details are out of the way, let's get to what we're really here for today, looking at pictures of (dare I say) breathtakingly beautiful baby boys!! Awwww, look at him. =P Can you blame me for being just a little smitten?

And because I'm a very proud mommy, I will also include my big boys!

Mr. Jackson just turned 5 years old!

Mr. Brendan is 3 years old!

And Mr. Shawn will soon turn 2!

'Tis the Season!

2009-11-22T06:16:00.001-08:00

If you're a last minute shopper like me...well, if you're like me, it's still way too early to be thinking about Christmas presents! But if you're like a lot of people, it's getting to be crunch time! I thought I'd offer a special that will let people get in some last minute portraits while avoiding the single-pose packages offered by big chains. It's also just enough time to have holiday cards made and sent out!

This is available for one week only with a limited number of spaces available each day. As usual, sessions can be booked at a location of your choice! Please contact me if you have any questions!

Baby B

2009-11-20T20:33:00.001-08:00

I have to say, there is just something SO WONDERFUL about working with newborns. They are so new and perfect.
Mr. B was not the happiest camper today, but he did eventually warm to the whole idea of letting mom put him down, though the hats were simply out of the question! He is just so adorable! So young and already has quite the little personality. It was a great afternoon hanging out with him and his mom.

J Family & Pettiskirts

2009-11-15T20:50:00.000-08:00

Last weekend I met with Carla to do a shoot featuring her lovely family and her lovely skirts! It was a great day for it and the kids were wonderful!

Let me first talk about these skirts...they are AMAZING. Far better than I expected, as I was expecting the normal coarse fabric you usually think of when you see these, but they are so soft and poofy and wonderful! I was lucky enough to come home with some to use as photography props and can't wait to use them!

You can find out more about Carla's skirts at her blog: http://carlitamamacita.blogspot.com/

These two were just a hoot and it was a thrill watching them interact. It's amazing how siblings get along and don't at the same time.

The whole family!

Newborn Special!

2009-11-03T07:44:00.000-08:00

I will be running this newborn special through the end of the year! I'm really looking forward to working with little babies and about getting back to designing birth announcements! My interest in graphic design took a backseat to photography and I'm excited to delve into it again now!

Holiday Cards

2009-10-26T16:30:00.000-07:00

This year I'm offering 5 holiday designs, customizable with your photos and text. You can also choose to have the colors switched up in all but the last designs, to best reflect your photos!

Prices begin at $50 for 25- 5x7 cards with included envelopes. Please contact me regarding discounts for larger quantities!

Examples include images from the R and A Family shoots! A big thanks to them!

*these will also include a small logo/web address on the bottom of the back of each card*

The R Family

2009-10-23T13:58:00.000-07:00

I met The R Family in some surprisingly chilly weather for a walk by the lake. They were such a joy to work with and Mr. Noah was adorable!

The hat was a great idea, Noah just wasn't convinced!

The B Family

2009-10-20T08:08:00.000-07:00

This was such a fun family to work with! Little Miss Josie was completely fascinated by everything below her, so her mom and dad had to work extra hard at being goofy to get her to look up at us!

Special!

2009-10-02T19:30:00.001-07:00

For the month of October I'm going running a special for family portraits!

Fall is such a great time for family photos, and perfect timing to get holiday photos for greetings cards and gifts for family members! I hope I can really take advantage of how beautiful Minnesota is in autumn!

Make Like A Leaf

2009-10-02T18:54:00.000-07:00

I've been going back and forth on this for a while, and finally decided that as much as I love the name Down The Lane Photography, it fails to really represent what I want myself and my business to be. For starters, I don't want to be seen as a faceless business, I want people to know just what they get when they decide to work with me. This is not some grand operation with lots of people behind the scenes, it's just little ol' me, doing what I love!

The thing that has held me back until now is that I never want to give my clients the impression that I am wishy-washy about my business. I finally realized that I'm very new to this and have just reached the point where I am sure enough of what I want to create here, and comfortable enough in that certainty to take a chance. I am my photography, not a cute name.

The blog is the first step, this weekend I will begin working on a new website and I'm really excited to get going on such a big project. October is looking to be a really exciting month, and I can't wait to work with all the new clients who have booked sessions so far!

I leave you with a few shots of two of my three little men. I love fall!