Curating Heirlooms That Promise a Legacy

minneapolis family & newborn photographer

Brooke Elisabeth is a Minneapolis newborn and family photographer, offering a full-service natural light photography experience, custom heirloom artwork, and photo studio.

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Mini session vs full session photography for creating meaningful family portraits

Mini Session Vs Full Session: Which Should You Pick

Quick Answer The biggest difference between a mini session and a full session is the amount of time and flexibility you have. A mini is quick and focused, while a full session gives us the breathing room to let your kids warm up, pivot when needed, and capture a much wider variety of your family. […]

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10 Tips to Prepare For a Newborn Session

Preparing for newborn photos doesn’t have to feel overwhelming, especially during those final weeks of pregnancy when everything already feels like a lot. The good news? Flexibility is built into my newborn process, and my studio is fully stocked with everything you need to create timeless, heartfelt portraits of your baby’s earliest days. That said, […]

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Don't miss the tiny toes or the first giggles. The first-year collective captures it all effortlessly.  

You're navigating the sleepless nights, the new discoveries, and the profound changes - often too busy living the moments to document them. By capturing every chapter with the same style and intention, we build a cohesive gallery for your home that tells your baby's full story, from the very beginning.

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The 1st Year

COLLECTIVE

Trish + Aaron
Plymouth, MN

My kids, who aren't the best with other photographers, are so comfortable with Brooke. She can always get their genuine smiles regardless of how their attitude is coming into the session - a true miracle worker! As a photographer myself, I'm very particular about the experience and the final product of the photos. Brooke blows my expectations out of the water every time. She's even framed and installed photos in our home, saving me, a busy mom, time, energy, and effort. Couldn't recommend Brooke Elisabeth Photography more!

We ADORE Brooke and our experience with her can't be beat...

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Haley + Will
Maple Grove, MN 

I didn’t have to worry about my hair, makeup, or what to wear, and she even had options ready for our newborn. In such an exhausting and emotional time, that level of care made all the difference. I know I wouldn’t have enjoyed the process nearly as much if I had to manage all of that on my own while sleep-deprived.
Our baby also arrived six weeks early, and Brooke was unbelievably flexible and accommodating. She adjusted her schedule without hesitation and made sure we were still able to capture those precious early moments.

What meant the most to me, especially as a first-time, postpartum mom, was how effortless she made the entire experience.

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Kind words from Past Families

Classic imagery for families who cherish legacy and connection

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