The studio

A Bemidji photography studio where almost anything is possible.

Five camera rooms, 30+ custom indoor and outdoor sets on nearly 3 acres, and a warehouse full of props and backdrops. Arica designs the whole scene and fills every corner, so your session feels like stepping into your own story, not standing in front of a sheet.

if you can dream it, we can probably build it.

Little girl in a sparkly mermaid dress on the under-the-sea studio set at Kirby Photography in Bemidji
Sleeping newborn on a plaid blanket in a rustic blue boat on a fishing shack set with nets, lures, and a lantern
Dad and son beside the vintage truck on the outdoor studio grounds at Kirby Photography in Bemidji

Camera rooms

5 under one roof

Sets

30+, indoors and out

Outdoors

Nearly 3 acres

Custom sets

Just ask

Behind the scenes as Arica photographs a holiday session on the winter forest set at Kirby Photography in Bemidji

building the winter forest

More than a backdrop

You bring the people. We bring the whole world.

Most studios hand you a backdrop and a stool. Here, you get rooms. We have hundreds of backdrops, themes, and props tucked inside these walls, plus a studio closet basically big enough to qualify as a thrift store.

You don't need a perfectly planned Pinterest board. Tell us a little about your people, what you love, and what you imagine, and we'll bring it to life. Simple and classic, cozy and lived-in, or a newborn who really needs a fishing boat. You get to breathe. We handle the details.

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Hundreds of backdrops, baskets, buckets, crates, and creative props

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Every set adjusts to your colors, your style, and your story

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Private prep rooms to change and get ready

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A giant studio wardrobe for every age, newborn to adult

Inside the studio

30+ custom sets, and they never sit still.

Every set is adjustable, and new ones show up every season. Here's a peek at a few we've built for our clients, from tiny fishing shacks to an under-the-sea grotto.

Sleeping newborn on a plaid blanket in a rustic blue boat on a fishing shack set with nets, lures, and a lantern

fishing shack

Little girl in a sparkly mermaid dress on the under-the-sea studio set at Kirby Photography in Bemidji

under the sea

Girl in a gold sash party dress from the studio closet holding a teddy bear on the Storybook Attic set

storybook attic

Senior guy in glasses playing a red multi-string guitar on a moody music room set with vinyl records and string lights

the music room

Laughing baby in a mustard jumper and red tee sitting with a teddy bear among painted honey pots on a sky blue backdrop

honey pot hollow

Black and white vintage Halloween portrait set with a framed portrait and creepy props at Kirby Photography in Bemidji

vintage halloween

Mom and daughter on the cozy fall studio set with pumpkins and autumn florals at Kirby Photography in Bemidji

fall harvest

Baby boy in a cable-knit sweater sitting on a small wooden bed on a buffalo plaid cabin-themed studio set in Bemidji

northwoods cabin

Senior in sequins under sparkling lights on a glitter studio set at Kirby Photography in Bemidji

glitter + lights

Mom kissing her baby on the cheek surrounded by greenery on a jungle-inspired studio set at Kirby Photography in Bemidji

the greenery

Little girl playing the vintage piano prop on a soft cream studio set at Kirby Photography in Bemidji

the piano

Smiling sleeping newborn holding a tiny toy guitar in a wooden crate with a cowboy hat on a hay barn set

hay barn

a few more fan favorites:

The Whiskey Lounge

The Party Room

Roaring 20s

DJ Party

Princess dreams

Wizard-inspired magic

Mommy's Wedding Dress

Santa's Workshop

Carousel horse

Mini chopper

The outdoor studio

Nearly 3 acres to play outside.

Step out back and you'll find themed sets all over the studio grounds. Vintage vehicles, a baby grand piano in the field, a gazebo surrounded by blooming gardens, and a classic open field for those golden-light family photos.

Whether you want a quick mini session or a full experience with time to wander between sets, we make the most of every short Minnesota summer and every crisp fall evening.

Dad and son beside the vintage truck on the outdoor studio grounds at Kirby Photography in Bemidji

the vintage truck

Parents laughing with two daughters on their backs on an outdoor studio set filled with fall flowers at Kirby Photography

the flower field

Behind the scenes of a maternity session in the studio gardens with a gown from the studio wardrobe

the gardens

Custom sets

You dream it. We can probably build it.

Want a full theme? Alice in Wonderland, a wizarding castle, Winnie the Pooh, unicorns, dinosaurs, a little lumberjack with Babe the Blue Ox. Want something simple with a pop of your favorite color? We love that too. Tell us what you're picturing and we'll build the scene around your people.

We've built custom spaces for seniors who wanted something no one else had, newborn setups around a family heirloom, and full themed worlds for milestone birthdays. If it lives in your head, there's a good chance it can live in the studio.

Senior on a custom candlelit set built for her session at Kirby Photography in Bemidji

built just for her

Senior holding a childhood photo on a rustic barnwood set at Kirby Photography in Bemidji

her story, her set

Good to know

Custom and specialty sets carry an added cost, quoted once we chat about your idea. The more lead time you give us, the more magic we can make.

Tell us about your dream set

No idea is too big, too small, or too weird. Arica reads every one.

Love it already! Arica will reach out soon to talk through your set.

Prefer to text? (218) 766-7856 · Please review our studio policies before booking.