Emerald Rue, Films & Photographs

Emerald Rue, Films & Photographs Lifestyle family filmmaker and photographer based in MN but serving everywhere. Lifestyle family photographer & film maker based in Minneapolis, MN.

06/25/2026

Think Family Films and Moving Portraits are only for families with LITTLE kids? Think again!

Interviewing adult children about their favorite memories is just as heartwarming and make a beautiful keepsake.

Want to really earn some points with parents? Book a Moving Portrait session for the whole family to update photos as well as get a sentimental video as well.

Comment FILM to get more information or feel free to message me.

Wilder greeted me in the driveway in her blue and red plaid dress with a snack and a smile. She was ready to pose for ph...
06/22/2026

Wilder greeted me in the driveway in her blue and red plaid dress with a snack and a smile. She was ready to pose for photos with her brand new baby brother. And boy did she steal the show!

Baby Graham was as sweet as can be and the new family of four read a book, suggled a bit and there was a tickle or two for Wilder 😀

Congratulations N family!!!

06/20/2026

What are you doing all summer?

Why not plan on a family film to document all the traditions your family has during the sweet months of summer? Or perhaps it's your average weekend day that includes lakes, boats and swimming?

This is just what the Wimmer family had in mind one summer when I joined them at the family cabin to film. It's Jane & John's favorite place and hosting the kids and grandkids is a joy they can't get enough of.

It doesn't have to be a big production. It's actually about the small things, like snacks around the table and chatting with grandkids. It's s'mores and tubing and funny nicknames.

So what do you say? Let's take a look at your summer 2026 and make a plan for a film!

Message the word FILM to see your options.

Summer has started and the kids are self-motivated with engaging activities and constantly outside!Wait...that’s not wha...
06/17/2026

Summer has started and the kids are self-motivated with engaging activities and constantly outside!

Wait...that’s not what the kids are doing? They want to play Minecraft for 8 hours straight? Oh, right, it’s the summer of boredom ALREADY!
👧🏻👦🏾
Lucky for them, I’ve created Summer Photo Scavenger Hunts to occupy some time in a creative way! You can snag a copy for your kids at the link in comments.

Download, print, give them a camera, iPad, phone...and send them on their way!

I wasn't sure if doing a 3-Day Challenge to notice the beauty of your everyday life was something people wanted. Boy, wa...
06/05/2026

I wasn't sure if doing a 3-Day Challenge to notice the beauty of your everyday life was something people wanted. Boy, was I wrong!

Thanks to everyone who signed up, took the time to be present and shared. I was blown away.

To all the clients who booked a session for the summer, I cannot wait to see your family and all the love! There are still a few slots open but I'll be closing the books soon, so comment VIDEO for more info or DM me if you have a specific request.

💚 THANK YOU! 💚

We never realize which moments will become the ones we miss most.That’s why I do this - to turn the real life, everyday ...
06/03/2026

We never realize which moments will become the ones we miss most.

That’s why I do this - to turn the real life, everyday moments into memories that last.

The Emerald Glimpse session is perfect for you if you feel like time is flying and you’re going to miss this season of life. You get the updated lifestyle photos to hang on the wall AND you get the sights and sounds on video. The session is only one hour and I know you’ll love it.

Comment the word VIDEO and I’ll send you all the information.

You deserve this.

👉Fast forward to next year.Your session is over. You’re scrolling through your photos, you’re watching your Moving Portr...
05/29/2026

👉Fast forward to next year.

Your session is over. You’re scrolling through your photos, you’re watching your Moving Portrait and suddenly you stop - it’s the one of your kids laughing in your arms, hair messy, faces bright.

And you think, that’s us.

That’s what these sessions are for - not perfect smiles, but real ones.
Not all poses, but all memories.

Right now, I’m offering something special that I haven't done before. It’s the perfect way to try a film if you’ve been hesitant to book a full film session.

✨The Emerald Glimpse Session
✅ 1 hour coverage
✅ 2-3 minute Moving Portrait
✅ 50+ Final Digital Images
✅ Artwork credit for beautiful

Designed to help you capture your family exactly as you are right now - before this chapter becomes a memory.

Comment VIDEO and i'll send you all the info.

🎉 You made it - welcome to the final day of the Story of Us 3-Day Challenge!Today is about pressing pause. Not just with...
05/28/2026

🎉 You made it - welcome to the final day of the Story of Us 3-Day Challenge!

Today is about pressing pause. Not just with your camera, but with your heart.

✨ Today’s prompt: “Hold This Moment Close”

Your challenge today is to capture a photo that feels like love. It’s not about looking at the camera, it’s about capturing closeness.

Try one of these ideas:
✅ Sit next to your child(ren) and take a selfie while they lean into you.
✅ Capture them reaching for your hand or resting on your shoulder.
✅ Snap of pic of your significant other having a moment with your child(ren). And ask them to return the favor!
✅ Sneak a photo of them reading, coloring, or just sitting near you - those ordinary moments are often the most beautiful.

You’re not directing a photo shoot - you’re noticing a feeling.

✨ Share your photo and tag me with

Every photo you’ve taken this week is a reminder: you don’t need a special occasion to capture something meaningful.

You did it. You showed up. You saw your people.

That’s the real win!

You crushed Day 1 👏 and now we’re leaning in a bit more. Yesterday was about being present and noticing the small parts ...
05/27/2026

You crushed Day 1 👏 and now we’re leaning in a bit more.

Yesterday was about being present and noticing the small parts of your day that hold immense beauty.

Today we’re bringing joy!

The kind of photos that make you pause and think, “That’s us.” Your inside jokes, your quirks, the things that spark joy without trying.

Today’s prompt: “Follow the Joy”
Your challenge today is to capture your family doing something that naturally brings out happy energy.

Try one of these ideas:
✅ dancing in the kitchen
✅ playing a game
✅ reading a favorite book
✅ playing outside
Aim for a moment that shows personality, movement, or laughter.

Post your photo or video and tag me with so I can see it.

Tomorrow is the final day of the challenge - and it’s my favorite one yet!

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