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Olivia Dance | Minneapolis, St. Paul, Twin Cities Minnesota | Dance Senior Portrait Photographer Emily Charais Photography

Olivia. I have been watching this girl dance for about 8 or 9 years now, and it is just amazing seeing a dancer grow into themselves and shine the way this beautiful girl does.  She is one of the hardest working dancers I’ve met with so much determination and talent.  She also let me run...

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Thom | Minneapolis, St. Paul, Twin Cities Minnesota | Senior Portrait Photographer Emily Charais Photography

Thom. This guy was an utter gentleman through and through.  He was a throw back to another era, and was so much fun to spend an evening with.  I loved how he was an open book and we could discuss anything.  Thom has an interest in history, and as a fellow history lover, we had...

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Dana | Minneapolis, St. Paul, Twin Cities Minnesota | Senior and Dance Portrait Photographer Emily Charais Photography

Dana. This girl has girl next door written all over her.  She is a sweetheart with a killer smile.  She is a determined girl that worked hard for our session.  She is a talented dancer with beautiful extensions and legs for days!  We had such an amazing time during our Luxe session this summer.  Hair...

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The McHugh Family | Minneapolis, St. Paul, Twin Cities Minnesota | Lifestyle Family Portrait photographer Emily Charais Photography

The McHugh Family. This family took advantage of my “As You Are” family session on one of the most beautiful days yet this summer.  This is a new session type, but has been in my heart forever.  I’ve always felt like there are people out there like me that are just not the traditional family...

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2018/2019 Ballet Intensive Audition and Dance Portfolio Sessions are Now Available for Booking! | Minneapolis, St. Paul, Twin Cities Minnesota | Dance Photographer

Dancers!  It’s that time of year again…well, it’s actually summer, but dance intensive season will be here before you know it, and I am offering dance portfolio sessions again!  I am specially qualified to take ballet intensive audition portraits because I am very well-versed in ballet technique, am aware of each program’s requirements, and can...

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Emily Charais is a professional portrait artist available for booking worldwide, but based in the Twin Cities of Minneapolis and St. Paul Minnesota. She specializes in organic and relaxed Family and senior portraits. She also brings decades of ballet technique knowledge to her dance sessions, making her a unique asset to the Minneapolis dance community.

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