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The Stephanie Newman Photography Journal
Welcome to our journal, where we share recent sessions, our tips, and bits of our life. When we aren't photographing we're improving our home, hanging out with our kids, and reading. We adore working with joyful seniors and families and can't wait to work with you!
Inspiration for a beautiful life
The rain throughout the day threatened to postpone this extended family session with the Sodolka family. But it seemed to stay away for just enough time to get this family together. One plus to the threat of rain, we had the park practically to ourselves!
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I met up with Payton and his mama at Ritter Farm park early Saturday for a warm yet beautiful morning at one of my favorite parks in the area.
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I think this is my second favorite session of the senior Class of 2023. I’m so excited to share it with you! I’ve done only a handful of senior pictures in Downtown Farmington and I keep finding new little places to find spots to photograph in that I haven’t done them in before
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I love how much variety Dakota City Village has to offer when it comes to doing senior pictures. There are a bunch of old timey buildings set in the village to replicate what Farmington might have looked like in it’s hey day, big open field spaces and trees! Huge bonus, it’s super quiet here.
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I have lived in Twin Cities for almost 12 years and have been photographing for about 5 years now, and I have not once photographed a family or senior in the cute little town of Northfield. Northfield reminds me of my hometown a bit with it’s old buildings and old fashioned charm. And let me tell you, the downtown area is beyond cute!
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I think this session was the best way to kick off my Class of 2023 seniors. I said it in my sneak peeks of Molly’s session, holy buckets, she really did knock it out of the park!
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I love seeing how much these little dudes have grown over the last 4ish years since I’ve started taking their pictures. I also appreciate Allesha and her family to be super flexible with trying new places for their family sessions with me!
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Margarita and her adorable little family are new clients to me. She reached out to have some family pictures done and to celebrate their little one turning one!
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I had the privilege of hanging out with a couple of my 2022 seniors for a cap and gown mini session or college swag mini session. It was fun to hang out them once more before they head off to college in the fall and chat about the next chapter in their lives.
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It all started because two people fell in love. Sounds super cheesy and cliche, but hey, it’s true, and I like it.
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Logan wrapped up my final Class of 2026 senior session with a fun Minneapolis shoot featuring his tuba and Saint Anthony Main.
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Paige’s senior session at Lakefront Park was filled with glowing fall color, peaceful scenery, and a relaxed, joyful evening.
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Regan’s senior session at Whitetail Woods was filled with fall color, golden light, and an easygoing vibe that made the evening unforgettable.
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Lola’s senior session at the Japanese Peace Garden was filled with fall color, peaceful scenery, and personal touches that made her photos truly one of a kind.
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A golden hour senior session at Whitetail Woods filled with natural light, movement, and genuine smiles that show how fun senior year can be.
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Kierra’s senior session at Lebanon Hills was filled with fall color, laughter, and nonstop fun. With her mom by her side and 90s music setting the tone, this Class of 2026 session was unforgettable.
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Seniors
Are you looking for fun, beautiful photos? Come see the portfolio and learn more about the way Stephanie Newman Photography captures your Senior year.
Families
As a mom I know how much your children grow faster than you can imagine. I also know that your time is precious. I promise your photo experience with me will be frustration-free.
I fell in love with taking pictures when my oldest was just a baby and would document all the little moments of him growing up. I turned my hobby into a full time job and I wouldn't change it for the world.
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Stephanie Newman is a Senior and Family portrait photographer based out of Lakeville, Minnesota. Specializing in joyful and bright imagery.
