Smile Big. Live Silly.
Making Memories
Hi! I'm Elissa Bean, the photographer and owner of Little Bean Photography. I've been helping families create memories and heirloom artwork for families in and around Minneapolis for over 20 years. I've raised three kids and have two stepsons to boot. That's us right below. It's not easy getting everyone together but it is so, so worth it to enjoy seeing their smiles and our perfectly imperfect family on my walls every single day. You can trust me when I say, I really get it! And I love being able to serve my clients doing the same for them.
My Approach
I photograph babies, little kids, big kids and families in my own unique, casual, no fuss no muss candid portrait style. Let's bring the fun to family photography together! My mantra has always been...SMILE BIG. LIVE SILLY.
The great outdoors, your home or a place that holds a special place in your heart is my "studio". Don't fret. We will plan each and every session together to be completely unique for you and your family at that moment in time.
What to Expect
Just leave the stress in the minivan...
During our first phone call, we will get to know each other, pick a session planning time and session date to craft the perfect session to capture your family's moment in time.
Next, during our consultation we start figuring out how to make magic. I'll tour your home, take any necessary measurements, get to know your style and start designing how I will be photographing your session.
Then for the fun...and it really is! I will handle the heavy lifting during your photo session to let you relax with your kids and I'm happy to make a fool out of myself to do it.
And Voila! The big reveal...your image design and ordering appointment. After two weeks I will be ready to present your edited images to finalize the art we have been planning so long for...the artwork for your walls and your heart.