digitial
film
aerial
Super 8
Wedding and lifestyle photography
 
Refined. Lively. Intentional. Imagery that feels like you, shows how it felt, and preserves the moments you never want to forget.
 
 
Hi, I'm Gretchen Swenson
Wedding photographer in Minnesota and beyond
 
Hi, I’m Gretchen, the photographer behind BYGRETCH. I’m a little silly, a little Type A, and always looking for the moments and details others might miss. I love being a fly on the wall, but I’ll step in when needed with thoughtful prompts and direction that keep things feeling effortless. My goal? To create refined, intentional images with lively energy without making you feel like you spent your whole day taking pictures. When I’m not behind the camera, you’ll find me with my husband and two dogs, watching a movie, cheering on football, or enjoying a really good sandwich :)
 
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Portraits
Weddings
Families
Couples
 
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Have a vision, a wild idea, or just want to say hi? I’d love to hear from you and see what we can create together.