Marla Olivia Photography

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Introduction: I’m a photographer and art director in Minneapolis and I create to move. My work not only captures movement and gesture but also aims to move both others and myself to see things in a different way. My work focuses primarily on building compassion for human experience through conceptual portraiture and still life work. I am the creator of The Metamorphosis Project and I continue to tell visual stories in Minneapolis, MN.

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Hired 71 times

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1 employee

13 years in business

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This pro accepts payments via Cash, Check, Credit card, PayPal, Square cash app, and Venmo.

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2019

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38 photos

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Customers rated this pro highly for work quality, professionalism, and responsiveness.

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Tammalivis S.

Jan 10, 2022

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Marla really brought our photos to life! She was so welcoming, knowledgeable and flexible. I highly recommend her and I will be doing work with her in the future.

Details: Posed engagement photoshoot • Fashion or editorial • Natural or environmental • Outdoors • Two locations • Online or digital proofs and prints • At the pro’s location

Marla Olivia Photography's reply

Thanks so much, Tammalivis! I loved working with you two and capturing that golden light on your cute faces :)

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Evan H.

Nov 15, 2021

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Marla was amazing and fun to work with! My fiancé and I loved how she made us feel comfortable and her work was impeccable. We can’t wait to share our engagement photos with our families! Highly recommend!

Details: Posed engagement photoshoot • Candid • Natural or environmental • Artful composition and lighting • Outdoors • Two locations • Online or digital proofs and prints • At the pro’s location • My home, venue, etc.

Marla Olivia Photography's reply

Aww thanks so much, Evan! I had a blast hanging out with you and capturing how cute you two are together :)

Engagement Photography

Sharon S.

Oct 24, 2021

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Marla is a great photographer. She was able to get some incredible pics of our senior. She was very flexible regarding place and time. We opted for her studio this time. Last time we went to the Arboretum for our oldest 2 years ago. She did such an incredible job then, it was a no-brainer to hire her for our current senior pics.

Details: Graduation portrait • Traditional / classic (looking directly at the camera) • Candid (captured in the moment) • Natural / environmental (photographed in an outdoor setting) • Outdoors • Digital or online download • At the pro’s location • My home, venue, etc.

Marla Olivia Photography's reply

Thanks so much, Sharon! I was so excited when you reached out again; your whole family is the sweetest :)

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Jacob And Jackie E.

Sep 1, 2021

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Marla shot my engagement photos and did an amazing job! We couldn’t be happier with the results and are so grateful for how easy she made the process. We had many beautiful photos to choose from and will be working with her again 😊

Details: Posed engagement photoshoot • Candid • Natural or environmental • Outdoors • One location • Online or digital proofs and prints • My home, venue, etc.

Engagement Photography

Stephen F.

Dec 14, 2022

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I hired Marla for a surprise proposal session. She was absolutely wonderful, very responsive, and great bang for the buck. She was able to get some amazing pictures of the engagement itself despite horrible lighting, but after the proposal, she waited while my fiancée fixed up her hair and makeup and then did a mini engagement shoot after. She worked incredibly well in the setting (a barn), and the pictures turned out beautifully. Would highly recommend!

Details: Couples portrait • Candid (captured in the moment) • Natural / environmental (photographed in an outdoor setting) • Traditional / classic (looking directly at the camera) • Outdoors • Digital or online download • At the pro’s location • My home, venue, etc.

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FAQs

What is your typical process for working with a new customer?
I usually start by figuring out exactly what the client wants to say with their story or brand. From there, we decide together if we'll shoot in my studio in Saint Paul or on location, the best time of day for lighting, wardrobe etc. Once we shoot, I'll send a proofs gallery to view all of the images and after the final photos are chosen by the client, it takes me about 1-2 weeks to retouch.
What education and/or training do you have that relates to your work?
I attended Hallmark Institute of Photography in Massachusetts and graduated in 2012. I've been freelancing ever since and went full time self-employed in summer 2018! :)
What types of customers have you worked with?
I love working in the commercial industry, working with catalogs, advertising, magazines, portraits, and private companies for headshot and website work. I love incorporating my own personal style to create something completely unique for my clients.

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