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Archive: November, 2011

Isabelle’s 1-Year Portraits

Sunday, November 27th, 2011

Isabelle, aka Sweet Pea, is a curious and absolutely adorable little girl. She’s already adventurous (I think she’s going to be a climber) and loves exploring. These 1-year portraits were taken in Cottage Grove, Minnesota, where her gorgeous mom Rachel had both Isabelle and I both cracking up.

Curious Isabelle Peeking At Her Mom © Marni Mattner Photography

Isabelle Exploring The Woods Behind Her Cottage Grove, Minnesota Home for Baby Portraits © Marni Mattner Photography

Isabelle Exploring The Woods © Marni Mattner Photography

Isabelle's 1-Year Portraits © Marni Mattner Photography

One Year Portraits for Isabelle Playing Itsy Bitsy Spider © Marni Mattner Photography

Isabelle's Itsy Bitsy Spider © Marni Mattner Photography

Tags: Child, infant portraits, Isabelle, Minnesota, Rachel
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Mt. Whitney Sunrise and Sunset

Sunday, November 20th, 2011

On some of my recent travels I hiked at Mt. Whitney in California, the highest peak in the lower 48 states. Here are a few photographs I took on and around the Mt. Whitney Portal area. While I was hoping for some dramatic clouds (like in the ever-changing Colorado skies), the crisp blue skies were still stunning next to this incredible range.

Mount Whitney and Mt. Whitney Portal Just Before Sunrise © Marni Mattner Photography

Mt. Whitney Just Before Sunrise © Marni Mattner Photography

Mt. Whitney at Sunrise, 14,505 Feet © Marni Mattner Photography

Mt. Whitney Sunset As Seen From Mt. Whitney Portal in California © Marni Mattner Photography

Mt. Whitney Sunset © Marni Mattner Photography

Tags: Climbing, Fine Art, landscape, Mt. Whitney, Sunrise, Sunset
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Liz & Dave’s Engagement Photos at Mill Ruins Park

Saturday, November 12th, 2011

I met the lovely Liz and her charmer Dave for their engagement photos downtown Minneapolis and we had a ball in the urban jungle. The Mill Ruins Park area on the west bank of the Mississippi River is chalk full of stunning architecture. I will definitely be photographing here again! If you are reading this blog from Minnesota, I’m your girl: have camera, will travel.

Mill Ruins Park Engagement Photos with Liz & Dave © Marni Mattner Photography

Minneapolis, MN Engagement Photos of Liz & Dave © Marni Mattner Photography

Liz & Dave's Engagement Photos in Minneapolis, MN © Marni Mattner Photography

Doesn't Liz Have the Most Amazing Eyelashes? © Marni Mattner Photography

Liz & Dave Near the Guthrie in Minneapolis, MN © Marni Mattner Photography

Tags: Architecture, Dave, Engagement, Liz, Mill Ruins Park, Minneapolis, MN
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Big Sur, California

Sunday, November 6th, 2011

Have you been to Big Sur? If not, please go. If you have, I’m sure you’re already planning another trip. Don’t miss Garrapata State Park, and be sure to do the Soberanes hike. Big Sur is unquestionably one of the most beautiful places on Earth. Mason Jenning’s “Califonia” and “Big Sur” are must-hear songs as you drive the winding coastal highway with the windows rolled down. Here are a few highlights from a recent journey along the ocean – I was especially enamored this trip with the Dr. Seuss trees and ethereal fog.