Photographing a fellow photographer is equal parts exciting and a little daunting—which is why I felt so honored when Laura reached out about brand photography for Little Lion Studio. I’ve admired her work from afar for several years, so getting a behind-the-scenes look at her business was such a full-circle moment.

One of the most common questions I get as a Minneapolis brand photographer is: “When is the best time to book brand photos?”

While there are a lot of great answers, one of the best times is during a rebrand or website redesign.

That’s exactly when Anne reached out.

She was in the middle of a full rebrand for her skincare business, with her new visual identity nearly complete and her website design already underway. At that stage, the only thing missing was updated, cohesive imagery to bring everything together.

I was so excited when Alissa reached out! She owns the local children’s brand Pacifier Kids, with four stores across the Twin Cities and a strong online presence. Alissa was struggling to keep up with the ongoing need for fresh marketing content—her inventory changes constantly with holidays, events, and seasonal releases that all need to be showcased to customers. Her goal was a curated, consistent look across her Instagram feed and marketing channels, showcasing the fun, intentionality, and personality of her small-owned business. Challenge accepted!