Michael Anderson Photography

in less than 2 weeks from our wedding and they are beautifully captured. Just by going through the photos, we got to re-live the happy wedding day. Thank you, Michael and Joannie!

ne by them and they turned out great. We received our wedding photos before we were married for a full week, and they turned out better than I could have imagined. Michael and Joannie were a huge help making sure we stuck to our timeline throughout the day. Huge THANK YOU to Michael and Joannie for being a part of our special day!!

ged. Michael and Joannie are down to earth, so friendly, easy going, and PROFESSIONAL. They both LOVE what they are doing, and we could not have been happier with the final products. We did our engagement photos in the Fall of 2018. Michael had the proofs ready for us to review within 14 days. Our wedding was in April 2019, and we can say the same thing about those photos. Everything is GORGEOUS! The talent these two have is out of this world. We never even realized they were photographing us much of the time. Michael and Joannie are so accomodating. We have large families, and everything went off like clockwork. There is obviously many, many hours of behind the scenes work that Michael does to make everything perfect. We will definitely use his services again. You will never, ever regret a penny spent on using Michael Anderson Photography. We feel like we have made some friends for life!

experience in life. We were particular about WHO we chose to photograph us. We wanted it to be a seamless experience, and we definitely got that. Michael is very responsive to voice mails, emails, and text messages. We were thrilled to meet his wife Joannie, and see just HOW GREAT they work together. The whole experience was just what we wanted, expected, and needed! Michael and Joannie know what to do, how to do it, and keep things on time. There seemed to be no pressure at all. And turn around time for all of our photos and videos was super fast! I would recommend these photographers for not only engagement/wedding photos, but ANY special occasion! They are great with EVERYONE! So friendly, honest, and just plain GOOD people! We will use them again....FOR SURE!

I wanted, had great suggestions and were fun to be around! I look forward to working with them in the future for our family photos!!

y people were employing during said vows. In addition, their candid shots were great, All in all they were very fun to work with and I highly recommend them for any picture taking engagement you may have.

your big day as you do! We had a very specific theme (50's diner/Back to the 50s) and Michael was ready to highlight all the work we put in to making that theme a reality. He and Joannie even came dressed for the part! We also ran in to the issue of not having much room to get staged photos and it was too cold to do outdoor photos, but he made it all work in a way that eased my stress. He turned the pictures around quickly as well. Its been just over a week since the wedding and we already have our gallery ready and available to make selections for prints and other photo items. They all turned out absolutely amazing. I highly recommend Michael and Joannie!

ctations. They arrived early, stayed late, and added their own truly unique touch with the light painting. You will not regret spending the extra money on the Andersons - in a market absolutely saturated with amateurs they are a can't miss photography team, and well worth the higher price for the more extravagant packages.

efinitely well worth the price as they are a tier above the rest.

o the wedding a couple hours north of the Twin Cities and had a ton of great locations. We even lucked out with one of our pics having a bald eagle flying in the background! Our light photograph will be cherished forever too. As for the wedding, Michael and Joannie made our day very stress free and made sure we got all the pictures we wanted. Fantastic professionals, and better people. Thanks Michael and Joannie!

very impressed with his photos and he made us feel very comfortable. He was very personal and professional. Michael and Joannie far exceeded my expectations. They were both so engaging and professional. The pictures are absolutely breathtaking. I have received so many comments - WOW, WOW AND WOW. Thank you, Michael and Joannie.

d fun to work with. The photos turned out amazing and even went outside in the freezing cold to capture the gorgeous winter photos!! We are so happy with the results and Michael and Joannie were there to capture our special moments!!

was 5" of snow. Both days he was so upbeat and never made us feel like it was a chore. Joannie was also so amazing to work with on our wedding day. She was so sweet and fun! And, of course, all of our pictures turned out amazing!!

st look” which wasn’t planned at all. For Christmas I was able to frame one of the pictures and give it to him. My dad honestly almost cried because he thought the picture was so beautiful.

ptured perfectly! We are so in love with all of our pictures! Mike and Joannie will definitely be seeing us again in the future!

ad a lot of fun with it! They worked great with the kids in our wedding party giving them nicknames which thrilled them. We are so thankful we found Michael and Joannie and will be using them for our future photography!

l and Joannie were wonderful with them and being able to hold their attention. I highly recommend Michael Anderson Photography to anyone in need of some awesome photographs!

nd gorgeous settings for our wedding party photos. Michael knew exactly how to get amazing portraits even though the was a little rain during our photo shoot. We highly recommend Michael and Joannie!

we wanted. When he and Joannie photographed our wedding, it was raining a little but they were creative and helped us get some fantastic pictures despite the rain in the morning. Also he does this special photography called "light painting" that no other Twin Cities photographer does, so if you want pictures that really look different from the rest of the photographers' around here, he is the man! If you haven't decided on a location yet, ask Michael first for ideas because he's been everywhere. You will NOT be disappointed with your pictures! I highly recommend him!

do to limited budget, I may only order 1 or 2 wedding photos from them. I highly recommend them!

uld smile when he takes the picture. I always adore their works especially their light painting pictures that they have taken for other people and couples in the past. The way they photograph is very unique in color and lightning and that is what I like about them. When I looked at my wedding photos, I was so pleased with the results. I couldn't believe those pictures were mine because they look so gorgeous and beautiful.

g go over the top. The whole night I received compliments on how great they were. If you want the best of the best please take the time to meet Michael and Joannie I promise you will not be let down.

was great having them be a part of our wedding day. Absolutely worth hiring

que ideas about pictures at a brewery and the science museum. We could not be happier with how the pictures turned out - we want all of them. Also, the light painting they do at each wedding is unique to them and creates such a cool image. Also, you spend so much time with your photographers on the wedding day, and Michael and Joannie were experts at staying upbeat while keeping us on our time schedule. They are truly the reason our day went as smoothly as it did, and they stayed past when we had paid them for without complaint to make sure we got all the images we wanted of our reception.

new that I HAD to check to see if they were available - and they were!! The Anderson's truly do an amazing job. Each time we work with them, we are blown away by the fantastic images we receive. I can't thank you both enough for taking pictures that I will treasure for a lifetime!

om is absolutely breathtaking. It was a beautiful day!

Those pictures brought tears to my eyes. My daughter was so beautiful, and the way you were able to capture every moment was amazing. You and Joannie did a great Job for my wedding 13 years ago, but WOW!!!! What you did at my daughters wedding was priceless!!!!! Thanks for capturing that moment.

ing that I was a Personal Attendant for and I knew then that I had to have them for my wedding!!! Michael really helped me feel good about the whole day, he let me know when they were on the way, he helped with a timeline that worked great for everyone. They worked so well with all of our wedding party (kids, family, and silly shenanigans). The photos are above and beyond what I could have ever expected and they are so BEAUTIFUL! I can't even tell you in words the beauty of the pictures. Not to mention, the one of a kind light painting that they do! I would recommend Michael Anderson every single day, every single time! I couldn't be happier! I will be a customer for life! On a side note, we had even set up a time to go and get pictures with Santa, which I totally spaced a sport conflict with my son, Michael messaged me and tried to get me in at a different time. They really go above and beyond to ensure happiness and I can't even put in to words how much that means to me! THANK YOU MICHAEL ANDERSON PHOTOGRAPHY!!! We will be seeing you soon (without my screw-up next time!) Thank you! Thank you! Thank you!

feel on our wedding day. The outdoor first look and ceremony went out the door when it down poured the entire day. Michael and Joannie were so flexible and were a bright light in keeping everyone calm and making amazing photos still work with the weather. We were able to take pictures under a shelter, with the fall leaves still visible, and then after the ceremony when the rain let up we took advantage and got some amazing dusk photos. The pictures we took inside were lit beautifully, as they brought the sunshine to us, and they look outstanding! We have received a ton of compliments on how great our pictures look. They were really fun to work with and I would recommend them to everyone!

d, and they were a lovely presence throughout our day even when our timeline fell behind. This was the vendor is was absolutely sure about. We have our engagement photos all around our house and now can't wait t get our wedding photos up! With so many choices for photographers, it was clear we needed to invest in us and get the best photographer there is.

and we love all the photographs and stylized shots from our big day. It was very hard to choose which prints we wanted to order! Michael & Joannie did a great job communicating with us in the months prior and the week of the wedding and helping us figure out everything that needed to be planned. They fit right in with our guests, too! They were incredibly prompt with finishing the photographs and sending them to us after the wedding. I know this is something many brides & grooms worry about, so there is no need to worry about this when it comes to Michael and Joannie. They will put your mind at ease and you will be confident in their skills and expertise.

and we can’t wait to use them again in the future!

ht away! I knew it was meant to be! I was looking for someone who lived down in the Twin Cities that we could meet with and take engagement photos, but still had the most knowledge and experience of the MN North Shore where we were going to get married. They did not disappoint!! Michael & Joannie were extremely knowledgeable about locations in both the Twin Cities and the North Shore which made me feel 100% confident that our pictures would turn out amazing. After our first meeting with Michael, he made us feel confident and excited for the next two sessions we would have (engagement & wedding day). We also met Joannie the night Brycen & I met Michael at our first meeting, which made our decision that much easier to have Joannie included in our wedding package and be there to help photograph our big event- she was so kind, warm, and both of them felt like our family members while getting ready- I did not even hesitate about anything! Our engagement shoot was a fun, relaxed, and an exciting experience! Afterwards, Brycen and I both looked forward to our big day the following Autumn. After seeing our wedding photos, we both could not be more blown away! Michael and Joannie were so much fun to have a part of our wedding! They made us feel so comfortable and were so fun to hang out with all day! Everyone in our wedding party were thrilled to have them take photos us of and show us some great location spots! Once we got our wedding pictures back, both of our mothers responded with “wow these are gorgeous- how will you ever be able to choose?!”- my response was “none, I want them all”! HUGE thank you to Michael and Joannie for being our photographers on our special day- it honestly meant the world to us! There were so many last minute things going on since it was an out of town wedding, but you were the ones who helped us enjoy every moment! I could have not envisioned our most special day without you both there to celebrate & capture our big day- especially the way they did! YOU TWO ARE THE BEST!!! THANK YOU!!!

rofessionals, made us feel extremely comfortable and laid out a vision that was exactly what we were hoping for. When we left that first meeting we felt very excited and lucky that we were able to book them. For the engagement shoot, my wife and I only had a vague idea of what we were looking for. We gave him a location and a couple of signs we wanted to incorporate, and the rest we entrusted to him. When we saw the results, we were blown away. For our ceremony, we had both Michael and Joannie on hand. On an otherwise very stressful day, the photo sessions were a breath of fresh air. They created a schedule that allowed us plenty of time to get to our other responsibilities and found locations that were absolutely stunning. When we saw some of the finished product, we were nothing short of amazed. We could not be more grateful to Michael and Joannie for the work they did for us. That day was the biggest of our lives, and thanks to them we will be able to relive it every time we look at the incredible photos they took. If you are looking for true professionals who will make it their mission to give you incredible memories to look back on, they are the ones to call. You will not be disappointed.

joy the day. The fact they are a husband and wife duo makes them in tune to each other and everything around them. We loved the candid photos they captured and couldn’t be happier. I would hands down recommend them to anyone searching for a photographer. Great price for amazing quality!

imes to make sure I was good with what was taken. They were a huge hit at our wedding and my friends and family really enjoyed their presence. I highly recommend them to anyone looking. My engagement photos were perfect and I cannot wait to see my wedding photos as I know I will love them equally as much!

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essional and knows what he is doing. His attention to detail is incredible and Michael and Joannie truly go above and beyond to get those one-of-a-kind shots for each couple. Pictures show up absolutely gorgeous! On our wedding day Michael and Joannie were very professional, friendly and fun, making everyone around them feel very comfortable. We had a blast taking our pictures with them! Our wedding day flew by so fast, and I am so happy that we now have those beautiful pictures to remember it by. We are so happy with our engagement and wedding pictures Michael did for us and will be definitely using Michael Anderson Photography in the future!

CREDIBLE! As the bride, it was such a relief not to stress over any of it. Mike knows what he's doing and the pictures show it! My husband looks phenomenal (as usual) and these are the first photos that I actually like of myself. We will be using Mike again for sure. Apparently he does it all, but I can confirm that wedding photos with Mike will be the best decision anyone can make. This is your day! Make the memories GORGEOUS!!!

tographers. They helped to make our wedding day so unforgettable & with the beautiful photos that they took it truly will be unforgettable ! They were truly professional but they also made you feel so comfortable. Our wedding photos are gorgeous. They take the time and listen to your wants/needs in your big day. We are so blessed that we were able to snag these two for our big fairy tale wedding. Thank you guys so much!!

ho would provide us with great pictures of our special day… HOWEVER…Like many of you who have had the wonderful privilege of working with Michael and Joannie already know, our wildest expectations were exceeded ten fold! Michael and Joannie were more like friends than a vendor. They provided a fun and relaxed environment which energized everyone who had the pleasure of working with them. They were eager and willing to help us make any wish for a particular pose, background or subject come true and captured moments naturally as opposed to it feeling staged or rehearsed. We just had to be ourselves and they turned it into works of art, never feeling intrusive but somehow perfectly capturing intimate moments. We would highly recommend Michael Anderson Photography to anyone looking for a friendly, talented and experienced professionals, because they are that and SO much more!

rned out. One of the BEST things about Mike and Joannie is not only do they take fantastic pictures, but they create gorgeous, one-of-a-kind wedding albums. This is something that most photographers do not offer and we felt was a huge asset in choosing a wedding photographer. We were beyond thrilled with their professionalism, creativity, and friendliness during our wedding planning process. Mike was extremely helpful in creating a wedding day timeline and allotting enough time to capture great memories throughout the day. We were so happy to see that every detail was captured, even when we asked Mike to photograph our entire dessert room! We cannot thank them enough for the beautiful memories we will forever cherish!

Joannie! They showed up before scheduled on our wedding day and began capturing all sorts of moments! They had no problems swatting mosquitos in the tall grass while snapping away! Throughout the whole wedding day Michael only showed me 1 sneak peek picture and I couldn't believe it! We just recieved our photos and they are more then I dreamed! They are stunning. Looking through all 600+ of our photos brings me to tears, how will I ever choose?! They do amazing work and go above and beyond! Thanks for everything!

ng all of the moments they captured without us even realizing it! While many people can take “nice” photos, you get something even more with Michael and Joannie. One of the best things about Michael and Joannie is how well they fit into the group to make everyone feel so comfortable! In fact, Michael told us that he always tries to get the ring bearer and flower girl “on his side” so they cooperate with him. He made such a special connection with our ring bearer (1.5 years old) that the ring bearer hugged him while walking down the aisle! We can’t wait to work with Michael and Joannie in the future on other photography projects.

they take what they do seriously and it was obvious to us they loved and enjoyed what they do as well. During some of the posed photos we took I myself would run out of ideas on how to pose or where to put hands etc. and Michael always had something up his sleeve to make each shot great. Also whatever we were up for to get a great shot they were up for as well. Even well after their duty as photographers was over on our wedding day they pulled their gear out at the end of the night to capture they wedding party and guests jumping in Lake Superior. I would recommend these two too anyone looking for a fun and professional photographer and we will be using them again in the future.

e kind and funny, Michael and Joannie were able to capture peoples' truthful moments during this monumental event. It was particularly fun to see the wedding party and guests big splash into Lake Superior - showing Michaels' creativity to capture something new. In viewing the images and video clips Michael and Joannie captured it brought tears of joyous memories. Great post production work. Amazing colors, angles, and style as noted by our friends who have viewed the pictures. Friends, Family and blessings from above were reflected in your work - Just what we wanted - thank you! We highly recommend your service. Mother of the Bride

school senior photos. During both experience, Michael and Joannie made me feel comfortable and at easy. I personally have two types of smiles: nature and "I know you are there taking a photo." Thankfully, Michael and Joannie knew exactly what to say or do to get as many photos with my nature smile. At our wedding, Michael and Joannie arrived early, continuously were checking on us and our needs, and make sure everyone has having a good time. They captured many memories throughout our day that could have easily been forgotten but also special moments that I treasure.

less than perfect and when they get that perfect shot they let you know by their excitement. I wouldn't recommend anyone else!

only is the quality of the work incredible, their personality served as the zen to our chaotic day. You can tell that Michael is a true professional, and his work is unmatched. You'll not only have amazing pictures to look back upon, but you'll have great memories of working with a wonderful couple of people! Thank you Michael and Joannie for making our day so special! Brett & Haylee

NTASTIC! We knew this going into our wedding as we used them for our engagement photos. In both sessions they went beyond our expectations. Some of our favorite photos are from the magic these two bring to the table. We wanted a sparkler exit photo (of which we got), but they did not just stop there. They had some incredible photos of just the us where Michael would run around us doing heart images and Joannie would take the photo at the right time...the end results are incredible. Highly recommend them, you will not be disappointed!

to detail, creative touches, humor, and just capturing every moment make you and what you do a special talent. Thank you for who you are and what you do and sharing in our day. Jon & Blenda

fair for the level of service and professionalism that you receive with them. They were able to spend the entire day photographing us, from getting ready photos to the first dances. Overall, we had a great experience with Michael and Joannie. We would definitely recommend them to our friends, and plan on using them as our professional photographers for events in the future.

to "see" shots that none of us could, their time management, their top-notch equipment, and their zest and passion for photography. This duo is the real deal, and I would recommend them to EVERYONE!

enjoyed the day and enjoyed the company of Michael. Looking through all of our beautiful pictures with our family has been such a joy. Now we are less nervous and even more excited for our big day at the end of the summer :) If our engagement pictures turned out this well, I cannot wait to see what he can do with our wedding photos!

knew we were done. Choosing Michael and Joannie was one of the best decisions of our wedding. Their work is impeccable.

every time that I look at them. This husband and wife combo are so personable that by the end of the night I felt like they were part of our family and I hope that I get to work with them again in the future. They worth every penny and more, I recommend them to everyone!

le on time the whole morning before the ceremony with getting pictures in with all the correct people and getting it done efficiently. The candid shots that Joannie took while Michael is taking the photo shots adds so much when designing a wedding book. We had no worries throughout the day that everything would be remembered with great photos taken by Michael and Joannie. Besides the high quality photos we were equally impressed with how personable and easy to work with Michael and Joannie are. They truly care that the bride and groom are happy and are getting the pictures taken that they want. We even had our first dance run late because of dinner and they did not rush us at all and put in the extra time to take our first dance photos when we were finally ready. I would highly recommend Michael Anderson photography for anyone wanting photos that they will be proud of and look great in! Great pictures and great service. Laura and Andy Ahrendt

uce a wonderful photo montage but he was able to provide our pictures in less than two weeks time. I would recommend Michael Anderson Photography to any bride, not only because of his professionalism but the price point was perfect for our budget.

be taking our picture over and over again. The team of Michael and Joannie made our wedding day run very smoothly. This team is very easy to work with and my wife and I are very pleased with the pictures. They kept my groomsmen on task and engaged in the photo process and got great shots to document the day. I would recommend them to anyone looking for great pictures to document their wedding day and if you don't want to worry about anything - they make sure everything is done on time and fun.

ows how long everything takes and keeps the day moving seamlessly. We got through all of our pictures with plenty of time to spare. Having Joannie around all day was great. It was like having an aunt who was only thinking of my well-being. Your wedding day can be very stressful but with her there it made everything very easy and stress-free. These two are incredible photographers who got many incredible shots to document our special day. I am so glad I chose them to take our pictures and be a special part to our special day.

around time for proofs was extremely quick, not even a week!! Highly recommend Michael Anderson Photography!!!

ting the wedding package set but the rest of the time he was interested in getting to know us as people. We feel so comfortable around both Michael and Joannie, it feels like we have known them for years. When it came to the wedding day they made it feel like we were their friends rather than just clients; the whole experience was relaxing and everything felt easy and stress free. After the wedding they invited us (and our parents) over for pizza to look through the pictures, again letting us stay for a few hours just getting to know us better. And I can’t forget to mention how absolutely beautiful all the pictures are! It was hard narrowing it down to ones for our album and to print because we were in love with every picture taken. We could not have asked for better photographers and will continue to use them for all our family picture needs!!!

op Michael! He created the best lighting for our photos, and actually created a fake sunset by a colorful tree, where my friends don't believe me when I say it was cold and rainy that day. He takes his pictures to the next level, ensures you get the pictures you want, and goes above and beyond in everything he does. Seriously, check out his website, you won't find anyone better! Highly recommend!

when we would take the photos sense we were basically waiting on nature to take it course. He made us both feel very comfortable and did a great job directing us. I would recommend him to everyone! I can't wait to see our wedding photos from him!

re photo shoot enjoyable and easy! Most importantly the pictures turned out incredible! We get nothing but compliments about each image. Thank you for being a part of our wedding! We can't wait to see our wedding photos!

rocess and knew right away that they were very talented and knowledgeable with the tenets of photography, their equipment, and editing. When we were shown some of their samples, the before and after work, and their printed items such as wedding albums I knew I could trust them to capture our special day. On the day of the wedding they managed to not only be our photographers but were more than willing to help make sure things went off smoothly, to provide advice and support, and to truly be a part of the wedding party. I didn't feel like I was dealing with a vendor; it was more like working with a close friend or family member who knew what we were going through and needed before we did. Their experience with the Profile Event Center really set them apart as that venue has really amazing lighting which is also a nightmare to shoot in without the right equipment and knowledge. Michael and Joannie managed to capture our wedding memories exactly as I remember them and were able to truly capture the spirit of the day. Every shot managed to capture what it needed to and was in perfect focus. We shot a lot of photos outside including our family portraits, wedding party shots, and extended family which included our niece and nephew. They were so amazing to watch with our niece and nephew that I cant wait until we have kids someday and are able to take them to their studio. We ended up with some very unique shots that I never would have imagined could come out of the immediate area with not much to work with other than some light industrial buildings around. I would highly recommend them for any event and especially recommend them if you are having an event at the Profile Event Center in Minneapolis. Picking a photographer is one of the single most important things when it comes to the day as it will be the only thing you have to show when your day is over. You wont be disappointed with Michael and Joannie regardless of where your event is. My wife and I are very fortunate to have met them at the wedding fair a few years ago and encourage you to go check them out there if you are looking for a photographer. Thank you Michael and Joannie!