Sunset Sessions | Fall 2025
DATES
Please read the information below before booking!
These special sessions are only offered ONCE a year - don’t miss out!
*Each evening will have two, 30-minute sessions
**If a specific location is listed following a date, you MUST have the session at the location listed**
September 13
September 21 (Lake Elmo Park Reserve)
September 25 (Choose Location/West Metro only)
September 26 (Arneson Acres)
September 28 (Choose Location/West Metro only)
September 30 (Lake Elmo Park Reserve)
October 3
October 4 (Lake Elmo Park Reserve)
October 5 (Noerenberg Gardens)
October 11
October 12 (Excelsior, MN)
October 15 (French Regional Park)
October 19
October 25 (Excelsior, MN)
If a date is listed above but not available on the calendar booking page, please email [email protected]
to inquire about availability. I must manually update this page and may be behind.
WHAT'S INCLUDED?
• Choice of location from a pre-approved list
• 30-minute session
• 25 fully edited, hi-res images of your choice
(Special discounted price of $10/image after 25)
$495
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Add a 1-minute moving portrait for $125
Location options are as follows:
CLICK here to see examples of each location!
Noerenberg Gardens, Wayzata
Excelsior, MN (downtown or by Lake Minnetonka)
French Regional Park, Plymouth
Elm Creek Park, Maple Grove
Centennial Lakes, Edina
Arneson Acres, Edina
Hyland Park, Bloomington
Lake Elmo Park Reserve (small fee to enter)
Holz Farm, Eagan
Crow Hassen Park, Hanover
Emerald Rue SuseSessions
Booking Details
Emerald Rue Sunset Sessions
Booking Details
Please Read!
STEP 1: Check the list above and confirm that you can commit to the location listed. If "location
of choice" is listed, you may choose from one of the pre-approved locations (complete at
checkout).
STEP 2: Click the button to book and chose an available date and time. Start times
change depending on the date.
STEP 3: Jen will follow up with an email containing session options, contract, and retainer.
STEP 4: Sign the contract and pay the deposit of half within 48 hours. Remainder due
one week prior to the session.
STEP 5: Ten days prior to the session, Jen will contact you to confirm the details and
chat clothing options.
ALWAYS, reach out with questions anytime!
Important Details
Dates will be crossed out once they are no longer available. Please confirm the location listed next to your chosen date will work for you.
Pre-session consultations are available upon request to discuss specifics and clothing options.
Reschedules are allowed up to 24 hours in advance. Payments are non-refundable, but funds are transferable for up to 365 days past the original session date.
I will work with you to reschedule at a later date, before October 31, 2025. Less than 24 hours' notice can result in a $50 penalty. Failure to reschedule before October 31, 2025, will result in $50 fee when the session is redeemed at a later date.
Inclement weather may result in rescheduling at the call of the photographer with no penalty to the client.
Images and moving portraits will be available via an online password-protected gallery and made downloadable no later than two weeks after your session date, unless otherwise communicated to you upon completion of your session.
See contract for full terms. Please contact Jen with any questions or comments.
The Scoop
Sunset sessions are NOT a mini session. These are full sessions, with 30 minutes of shooting. Only two 30-minute sessions will be held per night & those families will be my only focus.
The purpose of these sessions is to capture still portraits and a video portrayal of your family (optional).
All sessions will take place during the last 90 minutes of daylight as the sun sets. We call this the golden hour, and the light is gorgeous!
A beautiful, 1-minute moving portrait can be added as a tribute to life during this season
for an additional $125. Moving portraits are video snippets from your session of your family enjoying togetherness.
Hey my name is Jen!
I’m a storyteller who is ready to meet you and get to know you. A photographer that’ll pull the real you out in photos.
A videographer that’ll show the authentic, meaningful, everyday moments of your life so you can treasure them longs after they're gone.
I am looking forward to meeting you, learning about your family and gifting you a photographic legacy.
Emerald Rue Sunset Sessions
Why Choose Us?
Emerald Rue Sunset Sessions
Why Choose Us?
Efficient and Convenient:
Our sunset sessions are perfect for families with tight schedules. Each session lasts just 30 minutes, making it easy to fit into your day without sacrificing quality.
Professional Quality:
Even in a shorter time frame, we ensure that every photo we take is of the highest standard. Jen's 16 years of experience has taught her how to capture your family's unique bond and joy in every shot.
Beautiful Locations:
Jen has spent years doing sessions all around the Twin Cities and has chosen the very best places for sunsets. Be assured that no matter which spot you choose, it'll be gorgeous!
Affordable Investment:
At Emerald Rue, we do not do mini-sessions, but instead offer our full 30-minute sunset sessions at a special rate once a year, during the beautiful colors of fall. We believe that professional photography should be accessible.
Quick Turnaround:
We know how excited you’ll be to see your photos. That’s why we promise a quick turnaround time, so you can share and enjoy your memories without delay.
To book: choose a time on the next page. Contract and deposit link will be sent within 24 hours.
EMERALD RUE | [email protected]
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