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Monday 9am - 8pm Tuesday 9am - 8pm Wednesday 9am - 8pm Thursday 9am - 8pm Friday 9am - 8pm Saturday 9am - 8pm Sunday 9am - 8pm

Väter Photo

I am an Artist specializing in Photography. Portraits, Weddings, Fine Art and much, much more. Joshua is a very passionate individual when it comes to his work.

He has been handling cameras since he was just 7 years old, and has been in love with the medium of photography ever since. Over the years he worked in many different career fields, from healthcare to business management, until finally realizing that photography was his true calling. In 2017 he started a small photography business that has taken him all over the United States as well as Mexico. Wi

th ample experience in many different genres of photography, he has taken his talents everywhere he possibly can, to everyone who could possibly need them. From family portraits and weddings, to boudoir and artistic portraiture, to landscape and astrophotography. He has had photographs accepted for exhibition at 8 major galleries in 7 different countries, with works published by the City of Cologne, Bending Branches, RE/MAX, Baymont Hotel Group, American Wedding Group, and more. When he's not busying himself with his cameras, Joshua spends his time as a dedicated husband and father of four. He also has a love for the outdoors and hiking, as well as video games and a real good book. He prides himself on having a wide skillset, various interests and hobbies, and vast amounts of knowledge across many different career fields and life experiences.

09/03/2026

✨Are you planning your magical Wedding Day at the Minnesota Renaissance Festival? We want to capture it! ✨

As a preferred vendor for Weddings and Vow Renewals at the Renaissance, we have ample experience with capturing the magic to be had within these grounds. Not only have we been there as professionals, but I was even married there myself! Trust in our experience and understanding when it comes to capturing a most beautiful day in this unique place.

💫 And being one of the only professional services in the entire Midwest to offer Full Spectrum, Aerochrome, and Infrared Photography, we can bring out the incredible emotions from your day in a way you never thought possible.

With multiple photographers and videographers on our team, there's a whole lot that we can provide for you - whether it's a solo professional to capture your intimate moments, or a whole team of artists to memorialize your big day from beginning to end. Whether you are planning a small wedding with just your immediate family, a vow renewal after 15+ years together, or a classic wedding day with all of your friends and family along, we are here for you.

Questions?
Know that we're already looking forward to hearing from you.
www.VaterPhoto.com

08/20/2026

Friends, Family, Clients and Followers - The Renaissance Festival approaches!

This is your annual reminder that as much as this place is a lot of fun for me and my family, it is also a lot of work. Our company has been a Preferred Vendor for Renewals and Weddings for many years at the Festival. Besides that, the people that I get to meet, network with, become friends with, and some that I even call family - they have been insurmountable supporters for my Art and the incredible journey that I've been on as a Professional Photographer.

Just to give you some data - our general audience across all platforms, social media and websites included, *quadrupled* after the 2025 season. That trickles down to our family business, and that directly supports the six humans that I am raising every day. Words can hardly describe how much this place and all of the people within it mean to me and my family.

My next full day off is October 24th. If you are not already in my schedule, your window of opportunity is nearly shut. We do still have time for evening Portraits during a few select weekdays, but that's it. For the next couple of months it is all about Huzzahs and Photographs, Networking and Companionship, and taking myself to the next level.

Thank you all for your understanding and support.
See you at the Renaissance 🥳
📸 - Justin Baysinger

08/13/2026

There's still time for those Senior Portraits!

If weekday evenings suit you and your family, we can still squeeze you into our schedule and get those final milestone photographs of your kiddo, well in time before that deadline for the yearbook.

With tandem discounts to share with your friends and mini sessions available, let's get in touch and make it happen!
www.VaterPhoto.com

08/09/2026

🚨FLASH SALE!🚨 Back to School Portraits return!

Summer is almost over, and it's time to start planning for those kiddos to head back to school. Backpacks, new shoes, all the supplies, and those annual school photos!
But...those annual school photos are very quick and often don't give your child more than just a moment to really open up for the camera. That leaves you with a blank "cheese" smile and not much else.

Let's change that! Join us in our Studio on Sunday, August 16th for our Back to School Mini sessions!

Our Back to School Minis are perfect for those kids that are a little shy, have special needs*, or just really enjoy the limelight. 20 minutes is just long enough to really bring out their personality, while keeping the time short enough so you can get return to your back to school prep!

Our first slot begins at 10am and times are limited. Contact us here or at www.VaterPhoto.com to book!

(*Our studio is not ADA accessible on weekends, if your child cannot use our stairs then we're happy to schedule a private mini session with you at a later date*)

08/02/2026

We have returned from the Gunflint Trail! 🥰

Hey folks, I appreciate all your patience as we've been on our annual excursions into the wild of Northern Minnesota. Between our family vacation with all six of our kiddos, and my annual kid-free trip with my wife, we are finally back home and settling back into our flow.

We've received many inquiries for Senior Portraits over the last month, and the answer is YES - We can make it happen! However...
As we head into the throes of the busiest season of the year, do know that our availability is limited to weekdays only. Our weekend dates from August 22nd to October 24th are completely booked out!🥳

I cannot thank you all enough for your support over this year, 2026 has been absolutely stellar so far - and we couldn't be doing this without you! Keep telling your friends and family about us, and always know that your Friendly Neighborhood Photographers are seriously looking forward to working with you 😁

07/20/2026

On the hunt for your Photographer? 📸

Whether it's for your traditional Wedding Day, courthouse Elopement, or your 10 year Vow Renewal - we've got you!

With flexible pricing options and hundreds of weddings booked over the last decade with ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ reviews across Facebook, Google, and Zola, rest assured that your memories are being captured by someone who not only knows what they're doing, but by someone who truly cares about what they can do for you.

We are your Friendly Neighborhood Photographers!

www.VaterPhoto.com

07/08/2026

*pssst* there's still time to get those Senior Portraits booked!

We still have Weekday availability in August and September, let's get you scheduled before it's too late!

www.VaterPhoto.com

07/03/2026

When your clients have a deep relationship with a place like Screamtown, you get to experiment with some truly interesting backdrops 😁

www.VaterPhoto.com

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Cologne, MN

Opening Hours

Monday	9am - 8pm
Tuesday	9am - 8pm
Wednesday	9am - 8pm
Thursday	9am - 8pm
Friday	9am - 8pm
Saturday	9am - 8pm
Sunday	9am - 8pm

Website

http://www.VaterPhoto.com/

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