Lavenderie Photos elegant oval logo with intertwined LP monogram in classic serif typography.



For the wildly in love & THe beautifully bold.

Bride and groom share a romantic moment on green lawn, her lace cathedral veil flowing in wind, white fence and cornfield behind.
A couple in white clothing sits by a river, sharing a tender moment with foreheads touching outdoors.
Young woman in striped maxi dress sitting on lush green golf course grass, smiling in golden hour sunlight.
Bridal flat lay featuring pink floral bouquet, white heeled sandals, pearl clutch, and rose on rocky surface.
Bride and groom hold hands on rocky shoreline with calm misty water backdrop on their wedding day.
Bride in lace gown and groom in black suit share an intimate moment outdoors with trees in background.
A bearded man tenderly cups a smiling woman's face outdoors, with warm sunlight filtering through green trees.
A smiling couple in white sweaters poses indoors, the man cradling a newborn baby in a bright, cozy room.
Close-up of couple's hands raised together, woman wearing engagement ring with floral tattoo on wrist, sunlit trees behind.
Romantic couple sharing a tender moment on a wooden dock by the water at golden hour sunset.
Smiling blonde woman in white polka dot sundress posing in colorful flower garden on sunny day.

 

A Minnesota wedding & lifestyle photographer, documenting the moments that feel like you.

 

A smiling woman in a white dress poses with a man near a rocky shoreline at sunset.

Photographs that feel like coming home.


Based in Minnesota, but my heart (and camera) travel wherever your story takes me!

Meet McKenzie

Featured galleries - Intentional imagery for meaningful moments.

A couple embraces on a wooden dock at sunset, wearing light summer outfits, with calm ocean waters in the background.

 

Lake Minnewaska


Couples portraits

David & Korah
Blonde woman in brown dress and white boots leaning on a white fence in a green rural field.

 

2027 Senior models

Senior portraits

Seniors
Couple in white clothing embracing near a river, woman with wet hair holding man's face as they share a romantic moment.

 

Pomme De Terre

Morris, Minnesota


engagement portraits

Zack & Tayler

150+ sessions

Trusted by 150+ clients to document their most meaningful moments.


Engagements, weddings, families and newborns.

4.9 star client experience

Trusted by couples across Minnesota and beyond. Verified reviews from real couples on Zola.

A personal experience, start to finish

Your photographer is more than the person behind the camera. I am there to help you feel comfortable, keep you grounded, notice the little things and preserve moments you had no idea were happening.

9 years behind the camera

Documenting weddings and milestones since 2017. Originally founded by Mckenzie Giese & Madison Heath as M.M. Photography.


Why Lavenderie Photos?


It's more than how it looks. It's how it felt. The wind catching your veil, cradling your newborn baby, your dad wiping away a tear while walking you down the aisle. I'm here to capture it all.



Testimonials

A bride and groom stand on rocky shoreline in wedding attire, with calm misty water and overcast sky behind them.

From our first conversation with McKenzie at Lavenderie Photos, we know we'd make the right choice. She was responsive, easy to work with, and genuinely cared about making our day special. McKenzie went above and beyond during the wedding intself, capturing moments we didn't even know were happening and turning them into stunning images. The creativity and attention to detail in every shot left us speechless, and we were blown away by how quickly she got our photos back to us. We cannot express enough how happy we are with Lavenderie Photos and have already recommended them to multiple friends. If you're looking for a photographer who will deliver beautiful work and treat you like family, McKenzie is your person.

Mike & Krista

Testimonials

Black and white photo of a couple sitting together on grass under trees in a park, sharing a tender moment.

We love them so much!!! Thank you so much!! you did an amazing job!! We are glad we chose you!! Can't wait for the wedding photos!!

Curtis & Christina

Testimonials

Bride in lace gown and groom in tan suit hold hands walking across green field at dusk.

I really loved how they posed us in a way that felt natural and wasn't uncomfortable or awkward. I also really enjoyed the candid photos as that was something I really wanted! Thank you guys so much for making my day such a dream! You kept everyone ahead of schedule and removed that worry from my plate! I've also gotten a million compliments on my photos saying you guys were amazing.

Jackson & Tirzah

Testimonials

A joyful mother lifts her laughing baby in the air outdoors, surrounded by lush green trees on a sunny day.

These are absolutely perfect!! You captured all the little details so well, thank you for working so hard on this!

Anthony & MOrgan

Testimonials

Black and white photo of a young couple embracing in a field, man wrapping arms around woman in a striped shirt.

Mckenzie was extremely accomodating to our crazy schedule even after we had to reschedule because of the rain! We felt very comfortable during our entire session and loved the outcome of our photos!

Carissa & Matt

Testimonials

Black and white photo of a smiling couple standing together on a tree-lined road in autumn.

I love them! You guys do such a good job. I can't appreciate it enough! As long as you guys decide to do photography, you will have us as clients.

Ethan & dayna

It's more than how it looks. We capture how  you felt.

 

Every story matters here. Every color, every size, every love.

 

 

Photographs that feel like being there again. The laughter, the nerves the wind, the tears. Everything.

 

Let's tell your story
Black and white photo of a couple standing in a hotel hallway, woman in white dress with blazer, man in casual shirt.