Tessa smiles holding professional Nikon camera to eye, taking photos of midwest weddings, families, couples, seniors and more in locations around southern Minnesota and beyond

I will capture your beautiful, candid moments and create heirlooms to cherish for years to come.

I look for the interactions and emotions that your big day generates and take immense pride in documenting these moments that speak more than words ever could.

When I’m not behind the camera, you can find me chasing my twins, wine-tasting, and playing with make-up. Tackling motherhood with my partner-in-crime, Scott, I’ve learned to embrace the chaos and remain present. Because time passes too quickly, I live for the real, candid moments and capturing it all through my lens.

— Tessa Marie

My favorites

snuggles with my kids

Elegant, timeless marble texture Rochester, Austin, Owatonna, Mankato wedding photographer, family photographer specializing in natural light, outdoor photos

coffee + more coffee

getting to know my clients

Two young children hug during family photo session in southeastern Minnesota sunflower field
Professional photographer Tessa smiles at partner Scott in an autumn field, holding hands

First looks

date night sessions are the best

Tessa’s talents highlight the details of your celebrations and memorialize them in an intentionally clean and truthful aesthetic.

Avoiding heavy-handed editing, Tessa’s tasteful eye portray the people, event, and fleeting moments as they happen. Your moments will be forever suspended in time — both the ones you witnessed and the ones that winked by.

The combination of Tessa’s warm nature and tirelessly-honed skills ensures that whether photographing a fleeting hug or gathering the family for portraits, she knows how to suspend time and capture the shot.

Timeless, elegant, classy wedding flower arrangement of roses, greenery, soft pinks, whites, cream, warm hues on wooden table