Rachael Neva Photo

05/21/2026

Simply because I don’t share enough of my family sessions, but I work with a lot of beautiful families year after year. Truthfully telling a family’s story in photographs is one thing that brings me so much joy.

05/09/2026

When was the last time you were photographed doing something you love so deeply? I help people show up authentically, unscripted, and in a way that is completely unique to you.

04/06/2026

Who doesn't need family portraits with their little doggie loves?

04/04/2026

Senior Sessions: where simplicity meets art. So timeless! portraits

04/02/2026

Somewhere along the way, yes even in a creative industry, I had forgotten to factor in creative play...

Today's creative portrait session was a HUGE success!!
Thank you to Sarah Grendahl Design Co. LLC Owner-Real Estate Developer for trusting me in the process of creating something unique and fun for your Personal Brand Portrait Session🤍

04/01/2026

Thank you to the ladies of the The Collaborative Studios for coming out to hear the Marketing Panel I was a part of this morning! And so many others! So fun! And of course Sarah Grendahl for always being my hype girl! 👏🏻👏🏻

03/30/2026

If you are a woman in business or would just like some tips on how to market yourself in your industry, please join us this Wednesday at 11 AM for a Brand Panel Discussion featuring Kendra of Clover Firm , Ashley of KnowMe Promo, and myself. We will talk about how to use your photos from social media to websites, to print materials and beyond. Hope to see you there.!

03/19/2026

Update: we found our model! Thank you all!

In Search of a Bridal Model for a styled Shoot.

03/04/2026

02/06/2026

~Personal Brand Session, North Dakota

This Brand Session was an absolute dream to create with my client!
This kind of session is equal parts intentional and storytelling. We shot a lot, had a blast, and really collaborated on her rebrand. Here are just a few of my favorites chosen by her!

Brand photos aren’t just about looking professional.
They’re about how people feel when they step into your world.

Melanie Staiger-Century 21 Morrison Realty understands this beautifully.

She uses her brand photos to invite people into a buying and selling experience that feels just as positive as it is professional.

From the first impression to the final handshake, her imagery does the quiet work:

✨ builds trust

✨ sets expectations

✨ communicates confidence without saying a word

When clients see Melanie online, they already know what it will feel like to work with her—calm, capable, and cared for. That’s the power of intentional branding.

This is why I don’t photograph people.
I photograph presence, credibility, and connection.