Meet Monda the Photographer

Why I became a portrait photographer in the twin cities

Monday minus the “y.” Last name Geddy.

Any way you pronounce it, I am me!

Being a small business owner means I have to find balance for business and personal life. One of the greatest honors in my life is being a mom. When I’m not behind the camera, you will most likely find me at an ice arena watching my son play college hockey. While I consider myself a people-person, I draw my energy by spending time with close family and friends. I usually wear my heart on my sleeve and take pride and passion in the things I do. I became more focused on portrait photography in the twin cities when I realized I had a gift to connect with my clients in a genuine way that resulted in amazing photographs that told their stories.

If you know me at all, you will know I am usually a cat person. This is the first time in many years where I don’t have a cat of my own. Not to worry, I still have a pet Golden Retriever dog named Chili. She is an extra dog…5 years old, full of energy, and is the most vocal dog I’ve ever known! She makes me laugh, especially when she sounds like Chewbacca or Tarzan. She is full of empathy and sometimes is a handful, but my husband and I love her. I’m pretty sure she thinks she is human.

Minnesota photographer specializing in portraits, Monda Goette Photography.

Professional woman sitting near the fireplace. — **What I love:**

Sunsets, bird watching (especially hummingbirds), collecting and harvesting flower seeds, succulents and propagating them, laughing, lip stuff and lotions, “looking things up on Google,” sleeping with the fan on, trees rustling in the wind, binge watching Friends, The Office and Schitt’s Creek reruns, and OF COURSE, Chip and Joanna Gaines and anything spawning from the Magnolia network! I cannot forget my glam rock bands of the 80’s and 90’s! I highly recommend taking a moment and writing out all the things you love in life. It will lift your spirits, and may bring you a tiny bit of joy to reflect on.

What I don’t love as much: Negative energy, passive-aggressive behavior, anxiety and panic (mental health is real!), people who (try to) make you feel less-than, politics, and having to decide what’s for dinner all the time.

I look forward to learning more about you, and learning about the ways we can preserve your story in photographs! Check out my latest happenings on my Facebook page or you can also follow me on Instagram at @mondafoto. Thank you for visiting my website.

I hope to have the privilege to work together with you soon!

Fondly,

Monda the Photographer

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