Courtney Paal Photography

08/17/2026

It’s time!

Fall Mini Session Dates:
August 27th- 2 spots left
September 16th- 3 spots left
October 8th- 1 spot left

Book through this link!

The perfect little session to capture your family in all the gorgeous colors of fall! These sessions are quick, relaxed, and designed to give you a beautiful updated collection of family photos without committing to a full session.$450• 20-minute outdoor session• 10 beautifully edited images of ...

04/26/2026

Don’t wait..Treat yourselves this Mother’s Day. ❤️

✨ MOMMY + ME MINIS ARE OPEN ✨
20 minute sessions
5 edited images
Elk River studio
May 2nd
These are always some of my favorite sessions of the year 🤍
Spots are limited — grab yours before they’re gone!
👉 Book here:
https://courtneypaalphoto.pixieset.com/booking/mommy-me-mini-sessions

04/21/2026

A slower kind of afternoon on Venice Beach ✨

Soft light, warm sand, and the kind of moments that don’t ask to be posed—just noticed. The way they lean into you, the laughter that comes easy, the quiet in-between that says everything.

This is what I want you to remember. Not perfection, but presence. Not poses, but connection.

An experience that feels effortless… and images that feel like home. 🤍

Now booking family sessions in Minnesota + destination travel

04/20/2026

Your photos should feel like your life—
not staged, not rushed, not forced.

Just real moments, as they happen.

I’m Courtney—photographer, sunset chaser, and someone who’s spent the last 15+ years capturing what matters most.

From wedding days to growing families, I’ve had the privilege of documenting it all—and that never gets old.

I’ll guide you when you need it, step back when you don’t, and make sure the entire experience feels easy and natural.

If that’s what you’re looking for… I’d love to connect 🤍

👉 Inquire through the link in my bio

04/20/2026

✨ MOMMY + ME MINIS ARE OPEN ✨
20 minute sessions
5 edited images
Elk River studio
May 2nd
These are always some of my favorite sessions of the year 🤍
Spots are limited — grab yours before they’re gone!
👉 Book here:
https://courtneypaalphoto.pixieset.com/booking/mommy-me-mini-sessions

04/12/2026

College Grads, Class of 2026 🎓✨
This season of life deserves to be remembered—the late nights, the growth, the excitement of what’s next. Let’s capture you exactly as you are right now… confident, accomplished, and stepping into something new.

Whether you want something simple and timeless or a full session that feels like you, I’ve got you. Let’s make it personal, fun, and something you’ll look back on forever.

Now booking senior sessions—don’t wait until it’s rushed ✨

04/11/2026

Some sessions just stay with you, last fall we took this session with both of my kiddos teachers. 🤍

The joy, the anticipation, the way they shared the news of their baby girl right in the middle of it all… I felt so lucky they shared and allowed me capture this moment in time for them.
Baby sister arrived on Easter Day — like the most perfect little reminder of new beginnings.

So much love in one story.

04/11/2026

Drew and Genna’s day was full of a quiet, genuine kind of love that you don’t have to search for… it’s just there in every glance and every moment. The way they care for each other is so natural and steady, and it’s clear they’ve built something really special.

And their people—just as incredible. So much support, so much joy, the kind of family that surrounds you and makes the whole day feel even more meaningful.

Drew & Genna, your love is the real kind. The kind that lasts, grows, and only gets better with time. I feel so lucky I got to witness it 🤍

04/09/2026

✨ MOTHER’S DAY GIVEAWAY ✨
It’s been awhile since we did a giveaway! I wanted to do something special for all the amazing moms out there. Mommy + Me Mini Sessions — is a chance to slow down, soak in this season, and step in front of the camera with your babies.

✨ What’s included:
• 20 minute session
• 5 fully edited images
• Option to purchase additional images
📍 Elk River, MN
📅 Saturday, May 2nd
To enter:
Follow
Like this post
Tag a mama who deserves this (each tag = one entry)
✨ Bonus entry: Share this post to your story + tag me
Winner will be announced Sunday, April 12th 2026 at 8pm CST.
🤍 If you don’t want to wait, here’s a link to book your session today! https://courtneypaalphoto.pixieset.com/booking/mommy-me-mini-sessions

04/09/2026

✨ MOTHER’S DAY MOMMY + ME GIVEAWAY ✨

It's been awhile since we've done a giveaway! I
wanted to do something special for all the amazing moms out there 🤍

I’m giving away a Mommy + Me Mini Session — a chance to capture the connection, love, and little moments that deserve to be remembered.
✨ What’s included:
• 20 minute session
• 5 fully edited images
• Option to purchase additional images
📍 Elk River, MN
📅 Saturday, May 2nd

To enter:
• Like this post
• Follow Courtney P**l Photography
• Tag a mama who would love this (each tag = one entry)
✨ Bonus entry: Share this post

Winner will be announced Sunday, April 12th at 8:00pm CST.

Link to book your session today! https://courtneypaalphoto.pixieset.com/booking/mommy-me-mini-sessions