Your life photographed exactly as it is, exactly where you are.
everyday storytelling
These sessions are not just a photo shoot.
I'm here to document life as it really happens so that these precious moments won't just pass by unnoticed and forgotten. That someday, 25 years from now, you can look back on these photographs and say, "Yes, that was us right then, in that moment." Life is full of things happening and moving and flying by and when I document "everyday life" it means I'm there with you in the thick of it, stopping time.
This is about capturing the moment as it really is and looking back at these photos with real, beautiful memories of this time in your lives.
Deeply authentic, timeless photography for your family, love and life by Michaela Rai in Northern MN.
Alyssa
"Michaela photographed my son's birth, and every time I look back on those precious photos I remember the exact feeling and essence of that day- days, actually- as I had a tremendously long labor. Michaela captured it all beautifully and artfully, with an eye for the little details that fade from memory during those hazy first few months of parenthood. She is a ridiculously talented and skilled artist, but also perhaps the most genuine, kind, and warm person you'll ever meet. I felt completely at ease in her presence during such a raw, intimate, and personal event. If you are considering birth photography, know that fancy baby gear comes and goes- but images from that day will be treasured, remembered, and shared for years to come. The photos capturing those first chest-to-chest moments of meeting my son are irreplaceable and so dear to this mama heart. I can't recommend Michaela highly enough."
Alisha
"Michaela captured my labor, birth, and after birth photos! She told the story through the visual and captured moments I hold dear. They are treasures. Highly recommend you capture the unforgettable in photos with Michaela’s artistry and beauty-told stories."
madeline
"Michaela went above and beyond for us! My fiancé planned a surprise engagement where we went dogsledding in the middle of nowhere, in negative 20 degree weather, with 4 feet of snow and Michaela didn't hesitate to go all out! She had an amazing attitude and completely convinced me she was there for the "company" and not the big surprise. She captured every moment, all the emotions and made us feel so incredibly comfortable like we had known her for years. My fiance told me after that she was great and easy to communicate with and she was happy to communicate through "code emails" to keep the surprise! We would 100% recommend Michaela, we love looking back at all of our photos!!"
kim
"Michaela was amazing to work with. All aspects of my birthing experience with our most recent child was beyond anything I could ask for. For me the most important part aside from our health was the photos. With my first we had family photos and that was great but there's truly an art to capturing all of the important parts when becoming a family. The moments that Michaela was able to capture from the laughs and smiles, to the tears and first cries it was all captured. To anyone questioning if this is the right thing for them my advice is, YES. Truly when looking back at these photos it's like reliving one of the happiest days in my life. It's raw and it's real and that's what to me will last a lifetime. Michaela's attention to detail and calming manner really helped set the tone. I'm forever grateful that she was there to share in this wonderful day."
