Immersive Event Photo & Video for Brands & Private Milestones
Minneapolis | Saint Paul | The Twin Cities
A Candid Documentation Experience Celebrating Lived-In Gatherings, Activations, & Events Across the Twin Cities
 
In the Twin Cities, the most impactful moments aren't staged — they’re felt. At Storyteller Co, we specialize in a documentary-first approach to event photography and short-form video, capturing the energy of Minneapolis and St. Paul’s most exclusive gatherings.
Whether it’s a high-stakes brand activation or an intimate private dinner celebration, we trade the traditional "event coverage" script for a candid, immersive lens. We don’t just record the guest list; we archive the atmosphere.
 
Event & Brand Offerings
 
Photo
capturing true-to-color digital and film photography with a documentary approach
Offerings Include:
- Customized event coverage
- Digital photography
- Optional 35mm film photography
Extras Include:
- Polaroids (scanned + prints delivered via mail or Loring Park pick up)
- 3D Film motion elements
 
Video
 
documenting the lived-in energy of your day through a bespoke hybrid of modern digital cinema and authentic Super 8 and 16mm film.
Offerings Include:
- Customized event coverage
- 1 Digital video montage style edit (short form, horizontal)
- 1 Digital video montage style edit (short form, vertical)
- Licensed music interwoven with candid audio
Extras Include:
- Additional edits
- All RAW footage
- Super 8mm film
- 3D Film motion elements
Candid Event & Brand Coverage in Minneapolis & St Paul, Minnesota
Where Brand Identity Meets Human Connection
For brands, an event is a living extension of your values. Our background in news and music photojournalism allows us to navigate high-pressure activations with an editorial eye, capturing the raw interactions that define your brand’s culture.
- Brand Activations & Product Launches: We document the intersection of design and engagement, focusing on the immersive details of your installation and the genuine reactions of your audience.
- Corporate Galas & Summits: Moving beyond the podium to capture the networking, the toasts, and the collective energy of your team.
- Short-Form Content: High-end, candid vertical and horizontal video captured on mirrorless cameras and optimized for social storytelling, blending 4K digital precision with the option of incorporating the nostalgic texture of analog Super 8mm film.
Private Events with a Cinematic Soul
For private hosts, the most meaningful memories happen in the "in-between" moments. We document milestones — from landmark anniversaries to sophisticated garden parties — with the same archival intentionality we bring to a wedding celebration.
- Candid Storytelling: We play an "elevated game of iSpy," seeking out the belly shaking laughter, the awe-struck observance, the intimate connection, and all the fleeting details that make your private event unique.
- Person-First Documentation: Your celebration is personal and our process involves intentional steps to ensure it can also remain as private as it needs to be. Our private event documentation process includes a pre-event questionnaire with dedicated privacy options to ensure your memories and the sharing of them are customized to your preferences and respect any privacy needs!
The Hybrid Perspective: Digital Speed, Analog Processes
We believe the medium should be as intentional as the event itself. Our signature style combines the reliability of modern technology with the irreplaceable character of film.
The Digital Edge
- High-Resolution Photography: Crisp, vibrant imagery delivered with professional efficiency.
- 4K Social Video: Dynamic, short-form content designed to stop the scroll and build engagement.
The Analog Archive
- 35mm & Medium Format Photo Film: Timeless, textured stills that feel like a piece of history.
- Super 8 & 16mm Motion Film: We utilize 100+ year-old movie cameras to create cinematic, emotion-rich archives of your most important moments and feeling-forward experiences.
- Real Polaroid Film: The most crisp, colorful Polaroids you've ever seen captured on the Polaroid Now Plus and scanned to high resolution digital files for quick sharing.
- 3D Film Elements: The texture of 35mm film grain meets bouncy movement and GIF-style fun!
A Decade of Unscripted Witnessing
Based in Minneapolis and backed by ten years of industry expertise, Storyteller Co provides a sophisticated, hybrid perspective that honors the intimacy of the celebration over the spectacle of the industry. We are not just photographers; we are documentarians of the Twin Cities' most vibrant stories.
Ready to Document Your Unscripted Celebration?
Let’s move beyond the step-and-repeat. Whether you are launching a global brand based in the North loop or hosting an intimate dinner celebration in the heart of Downtown Minneapolis, we’re here to capture the pulse of the celebration - so the feelings last far beyond the final toasts.
FAQ
 
What exactly is "documentary-style" event photography?
Think of us as professional observers. Rather than stopping the flow of your event to stage "smile and wave" moments, we focus on the unscripted reality of the experience. Whether it’s a brand activation or an anniversary party, we use an "iSpy" approach, leaning on our background as news and music photojournalists and wedding documenters of a decade, to capture genuine interactions, the atmosphere of the room, and the quiet details that traditional photography often overlooks.
Why do you use a hybrid of analog film and digital?
Digital provides the speed and precision required for modern event timelines and social media. Analog film (35mm, medium format, and Super 8) provides a soul and texture that digital simply cannot replicate. By using both, we provide a visual archive that feels both immediate and timeless.
How do you handle privacy for high-profile guests or sensitive events?
Privacy is a pillar of our process. We provide a dedicated privacy questionnaire prior to every event. This allows you to specify exactly what can be shared publicly and what remains for your private archives, ensuring all guests and brand assets are handled with complete discretion.
How does Storyteller Co approach inclusivity and representation?
Inclusivity is at the very heart of our "unscripted" philosophy. We believe that true documentation is an act of honor, and that requires a foundation of radical affirmation. And as a Queer wife and wife duo, our lens is a safe and celebratory space for all identities, including the LGBTQ+ community, all racial and ethnic backgrounds, and people of all abilities and body types.
Whether we are documenting a corporate brand activation or a private celebration, our goal is the same: to ensure every person in the room feels seen, respected, and safe. We prioritize working with partners and clients who share these values, ensuring that the stories we tell reflect the beautiful diversity of the Twin Cities and beyond.
Let's Plan Your Documentation Experience
 
Share your vision and details, and we’ll respond with a personalized quote within 24 hours, tailored to fit your one-of-a-kind celebration.
Fill out the inquiry form below or email storytellercollc@gmail.com for availability & a detailed quote