Mother’s Day Mini Session | The Perfect Gift in Minneapolis!
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by Anna Kostochko
3w ago
Preserving the beautiful bond between a mother and her children in bright and airy photographs is the ultimate gift for treasuring your most cherished memories. Capture the essence of Mother’s Day with love-filled moments and timeless photos Join us for our exclusive Mother’s Day mini sessions at our cozy studio nestled in NE Minneapolis. Each session is crafted to perfection, offering you: 15 to 20 minutes of shooting time 15 high-resolution images with print rights Price: $250 To reserve your spot, a deposit of $100 is required. The remaining payment will be due at the end of your session ..read more
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What to expect from home newborn session.
Anna Kostochko Photography Blog
by Anna Kostochko
1y ago
Congratulations with you new family member, in this article you will find some things I want you to know before you schedule your newborn session: Make sure you have a few simple white bodysuits. We like to play and sometimes get messy, having a few basic white bodysuits ensure your baby will always be ready! When I come, I’ll start with those photos right away when your baby is dressed. Some babies don’t like to be changed and cry when they do get undressed. Keep this in mind with outfit changes and elements in the photoshoot. To ensure a flawless photo session, make sure your baby is fed be ..read more
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Tips for your wedding day timeline
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by Anna Kostochko
1y ago
from Minnesota based wedding photographer Here is a helpful guide on  preparing for your wedding day! Wedding day timeline tips:  When you are planning your timeline, here are some tips I found helpful: Buffer time: Make sure you have 10-15 minutes room between every important moment, so if anything goes out of plan, you are not worried about finding some extra time.  Photographer timing: If you are not sure about the length of time you need a photographer, start backwards from the last important moment you want your photographer to capture. If you are planning a first look at ..read more
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Wedding tip: How to keep your flower girl calm! 
Anna Kostochko Photography Blog
by Anna Kostochko
1y ago
As a wedding photographer, I’ve seen a lot of tears and stress from flower girls and ring bearers throughout the years. I want to give you some helpful tips and ideas to ease the nerves of your flower girls and ring bearers on your Wedding day.  I was shooting a wedding and they did a really awesome job keeping the flower girls busy and quiet during the ceremony. The girls were different ages and the parents knew that it might be slightly overwhelming for them to sit for the whole ceremony. They made cute activity pouches with some kid friendly make up, coloring books, and fidgets so the ..read more
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Guide For Your Easy Wedding Day
Anna Kostochko Photography Blog
by Anna Kostochko
1y ago
What every bride deserves on her wedding day is to be stress-free. That is why I am always by your side, ready to help with the timeline or connecting you with other vendors. I value connection with you as a couple, knowing body language and giving you all the tips to help you feel more relaxed.  This is your day. Your wedding day is one of the most important days of your lives.   I am going to give you all of the tips to having the most stress-free wedding day. I want you to enjoy this day, and not have to worry about a thing! Follow my step-by-step guide for how to create this day ..read more
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Take a Look at These Flawless Photography Angles
Anna Kostochko Photography Blog
by Anna Kostochko
1y ago
If you want to turn mediocre shots into something extraordinary, you must get a firm grip over several angles that add more creativity to each click. Yes, it takes some time and experience to bring yourself to that stage of professionalism; however, if you use these angles, you will get there quickly. It’s okay if you don’t know how to use your camera too well because taking pictures from different angles is super easy. But, of course, you have to learn to move your camera up and down for the hint of creativity! Here is the Bird’s Eye View The bird’s eye view is genuinely going to turn your ..read more
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Tips and Tricks to Help People Feel Comfortable During a Photoshoot
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by Anna Kostochko
1y ago
It is truly a pleasure to work with people from diverse backgrounds and with different personalities. It is fulfilling to meet such amazing individuals, but a greater challenge awaits when faced with people who are uncomfortable or nervous during shoots. Today, we will dive deeper into why people shy away from cameras so much and how photographers can make them feel better. Prepare Yourself Beforehand As a professional wedding photographer, you need to prepare yourself beforehand to avoid any chaos at the last moment. Why? Well, if you are running around, figuring out which bits of the locat ..read more
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5 Important Tricks to Capture Great Portraits
Anna Kostochko Photography Blog
by Anna Kostochko
1y ago
Portrait photography is one of the greatest joys of a photographer’s life. These clicks are lovely because they depict a person’s personality and a story within the picture without saying a word. Portraits are stunning; they remind people of who they are and encourage them to appreciate their beauty. So, to establish a firm foot in the market as a photographer, you need to perfect the art of clicking portraits. Let’s dive into some great tricks to do that! Know When to Adjust Exposure It would help if you were mindful of your camera’s metering system. It will determine the amount of light th ..read more
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Say Hello to Different Photography Styles
Anna Kostochko Photography Blog
by Anna Kostochko
1y ago
Many of you might not know this, but there are multiple photography styles that you can choose from! Unfortunately, photographers mistake following in someone else’s footsteps at times which seldom works. It’s good to have role models, but find out where your strength lies as a photographer. Landscape It is one of the most exotic types of photography out there. Photographers who love nature are just drawn to clicking these beautiful images. They wait the entire day for the perfect natural light and get an ideal shot! These photographs are so mesmerizing at times that you feel like you’re a p ..read more
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Some Basic Editing Tips for Photography Enthusiasts
Anna Kostochko Photography Blog
by Anna Kostochko
1y ago
It is officially the wedding season, and you know what that means! Plenty of wedding shoots and unique photographs. Many photographers dread the fact that they will have to edit hundreds of photos. Let’s face it; editing is the most crucial aspect of photography. Carefully Crop the Image It is no surprise that most weddings try to hint at a natural scene with a scenic, natural background. It gives you an option to stick to a wide lens while you click the beautiful couple. However, cropping comes with its benefits. It allows photographers to focus on specific aspects or actions of the photogr ..read more
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