Hey  there! 

 I'm Markina (Mar-Key-Na)  and I am a passionate photographer who loves capturing the beauty in everyday moments. When I’m not out shooting,  I’m spending time with my favorite people—my husband of 14 years and our 10-year-old son, Max. We bought our house 5 years ago and it sits on 7-acres in the country and it's our peaceful retreat. (I especially love our front porch)

Family means the world to me, and when I am not out at a photography shoot, you can usually find us at Timberwolves or Twins games or hanging out with friends at the local brewery. We’re always up for new adventures, whether it’s exploring a fun new place or simply spending time together.

I’m also a big fan of cooking—there’s nothing I love more than making a delicious meal, especially when it’s Mexican food (add a margarita, and I’m in heaven!). Life is all about the moments we share with the people we love, and I’m so grateful to have the opportunity to share those moments with my family, friends, and all the wonderful people I photograph.

I am your true-to-color Minnesota-based wedding & family photographer, capturing moments in and around the Minneapolis-St. Paul area.

Photo by Rustic Thyme Studios

A few fun facts about Markina.......

+ Prefers hot coffee, no ice please.

+ Obsessed with music - loves to sing, loves to always listen to music - loves to go to concerts!

+ Not a big fan of peanut butter, but loves peanut M&M's

+ My brother & sister also are photographers (it clearly runs in the fam!)

+ My husband and I met in 2007 on a dating website (this was before smartphones and dating apps!)

+ Loves Mexican food more than anything! Seriously, so good.

+ Loves her golden retriever (Jake) and her Calico cat (Trixie)

+ Always up for grabbing a bite to eat from a food truck or dive bar