Business Details
13 Years
experience
Your Trusted Wedding & Portrait Photographer in Minnesota
Design Studio by Stacy is a professional photography studio dedicated to capturing life's most precious moments through timeless imagery. With over a decade of experience, we specialize in weddings, engagements, senior portraits, newborn photography, and family sessions. Our approach combines natural light techniques with artistic composition to create images that authentically tell your story. Owner Stacy Holtberg brings a unique blend of formal art education and practical experience, having previously worked as an art teacher for ten years before transitioning to full-time photography. We pride ourselves on making every session a fun and enjoyable experience while maintaining the highest standards of professionalism.Our portfolio showcases hundreds of satisfied clients, including over 120 weddings, with a commitment to delivering both beautiful photographs and exceptional customer service. Located in Central Minnesota near St. Cloud, we serve clients throughout the state and beyond through our travel-ready services. Our mission is to create lasting visual legacies that families will cherish for generations, combining technical expertise with a personal touch that makes each session unique.
Services
Wedding Photography
Engagement Sessions
Senior Portraits
Newborn Photography
Family Portraits
Children's Portraits
Details
- Year established: 2013
Highlights and features
- We offer over 10 years of professional photography experience with 120+ weddings documented
- Our sessions combine artistic vision with technical expertise in natural light photography
- We provide personalized service tailored to each client's unique needs and vision
- Our team delivers high-quality images with timely turnaround and sneak peek previews
- We maintain a strong commitment to client satisfaction through responsive communication
What people say
Amazing photographer
Responsive and professional
Captures exactly what you're looking for
Wonderful with kids
Timely delivery
Services
Wedding Photography
Our wedding photography service captures your special day with timeless elegance and artistic precision. Using natural light techniques combined with strategic artificial lighting when needed, we document every important moment from preparation to reception. With experience photographing over 120 weddings, our approach ensures authentic storytelling through beautifully composed images that preserve your unique love story for generations to come.
Engagement Sessions
Engagement photography sessions create lasting memories of your journey toward marriage. We focus on capturing genuine connection and chemistry through creative compositions in natural settings. These sessions provide perfect imagery for wedding invitations, websites, and keepsakes while helping couples feel comfortable in front of the camera before their big day.
Senior Portraits
Senior portrait sessions celebrate academic achievement with personalized, stylish imagery. We work closely with graduates to create looks that reflect their personality and accomplishments. Sessions include location scouting, outfit coordination, and professional retouching to produce images perfect for yearbooks, announcements, and family displays.
Newborn Photography
Newborn photography captures those fleeting early days with safety and care as our top priorities. We use specialized posing techniques and props to create precious images that document your baby's first milestones. Sessions are designed to be stress-free for parents, with flexible scheduling around feeding and nap times to ensure optimal comfort for your little one.
Family Portraits
Family portrait sessions create lasting visual legacies through coordinated compositions that highlight relationships across generations. We specialize in making sessions with multiple ages enjoyable while capturing authentic interactions. Our expertise ensures flattering portraits that beautifully showcase your family's unique dynamics and cherished connections.
People
Stacy Holtberg
Owner & Lead Photographer
Professional photographer with over 10 years experience capturing weddings and portraits. Former art teacher with BA in Visual Arts. Specializes in natural light photography and creating timeless images that preserve family legacies.
Questions
What photography services do you offer?
We specialize in wedding photography, engagement sessions, senior portraits, newborn photography, and family portraits. Each service is customized to capture your unique story and milestones.
How much do your photography sessions cost?
Wedding collections start at $2500 and portrait sessions begin at $295. Prices vary based on session length, location, and specific client needs which we discuss during consultation.
How far in advance should I book?
Wedding bookings are available up to two years in advance, though we can accommodate shorter timelines. Portrait sessions typically require several weeks notice for optimal scheduling flexibility.
Do you travel for photography sessions?
Yes, while based in Central Minnesota near St. Cloud, we regularly travel throughout the state and beyond for both wedding and portrait assignments as needed by our clients.
What makes your photography style unique?
Our approach combines natural light expertise with artistic composition to create timeless images. We focus on authentic storytelling while maintaining technical precision in every photograph we produce.
How long does it take to receive photos?
We provide sneak peek images within days through social media, with full galleries delivered promptly as promised. Wedding collections typically take 4-6 weeks for complete processing and delivery.
