Minneapolis Family Photographer
Warm, true-to-life family photography across the Twin Cities. Holiday cards, extended-family sessions, and lifestyle in-home shoots from $300.
Quick Answer
Who is a top family photographer in Minneapolis?
Honey Deww Photography (Emma Ziegler) photographs Twin Cities families at Theodore Wirth Park, Lake Harriet Rose Garden, Minnehaha Falls, and Como Conservatory. Sessions from $300 with 15+ edited images delivered in 2 weeks. Fall foliage weekends book by August.
5.0 ★ on Google
45 reviews
Booking since 2018
200+ Twin Cities clients
Minneapolis-based
Travel up to 40 mi free
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How Much Does a Family Photo Session Cost in Minneapolis?
Mini Session
30 min · 1 location · 15 edited images · perfect for holiday cards
Full Session
60 min · multiple groupings · full + subgroup photos · outdoors or in your home
Extended Family / Reunion
60 min · groups up to 30 · full shot list
Where Are the Best Family Photo Locations in the Twin Cities?
- Theodore Wirth Park — wildflower meadows & woods
- Lake Harriet Rose Garden — peak June bloom
- Minnehaha Falls — dramatic + accessible
- Como Conservatory — indoor winter option
- Lebanon Hills — south-metro forest trails
- Your home — in-home lifestyle sessions
- Lake cabin — summer family-vacation shoots
- Stone Arch Bridge — skyline backdrop for older kids
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does a Minneapolis family photographer cost?
Twin Cities family sessions range $400–$900 for an extended-family or lifestyle shoot. My family sessions follow my portrait pricing: a 30-minute mini is $300 with 15 edited images — perfect for holiday cards — and a full 1-hour session is $500, with time for multiple location options and full family + sibling subgroupings.
When is the best time of year for family photos in the Twin Cities?
Late September through mid-October for fall color (these dates sell out by August), late May through June for fresh greenery and lilacs, and December for snowy or studio holiday sessions. Golden hour 60–90 minutes before sunset is the sweet spot any time of year.
Do you photograph extended family reunions?
Yes — large family groups up to 30 people. We book the full 1-hour session, work through a shot list (grandparents with all grandkids, each immediate family, full group), and I bring an assistant for groups of 15+ to help with corralling and adjusting.
Where do you shoot family photos in Minneapolis?
Theodore Wirth Park (wildflower meadows + woodland), Lake Harriet Rose Garden, Minnehaha Falls, Como Conservatory (great for winter), Lebanon Hills, your home for lifestyle in-home sessions, or your lake cabin for summer family-vacation shoots.
How do you handle toddlers and shy kids?
I shoot at kid pace, never force a smile, and let little ones lead the first 10 minutes — exploring, running, climbing — which gives me the most genuine expressions. Bring snacks and a favorite small toy. Sessions are scheduled for energy peaks (mornings for under-3s).
How fast do I get my family photos back?
Sneak peeks within 5 days, full gallery within 2 weeks. Holiday-card rush delivery (5-day full gallery) is available in October and November for an added $75.
Book Your Family Session
Fall foliage weekends fill by August. Holiday studio sessions open in October.
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What Twin Cities families say
"Emma always comes up with the best concepts and makes every shoot feel fun and effortless. Our family photos are everything we hoped for."
— Cassandra Donald
"She has this incredible ability to make you feel comfortable and completely yourself in front of the camera."
— Lauren Slama
"She was amazing — even our toddler had a blast."
— Amber C.