warm hearted
movie lover
energetic
Modern romantic
I'm Gretchen Swenson
aka, bygretch photo.
Hello, I'm Gretchen!
Minnesota girly, allergic to the cold. (Yes, the irony is not lost on me.)
My vibe? Disco-fueled energy meets a prayer-deep soul. Jesus chats always welcome! I direct with heart, frame the chaotic dance moves, and catch the quiet truths in the in-betweens.
It's all blended to showcase you: gallery-wall worthy, with a side of "Wait, did we actually look like that?!"
What I create is wholeheartedly yours. Always.
"Work willingly at whatever you do, as though you were working for the Lord rather than for people."
What I Believe
Real over posed.
The best moments happen when no one is performing: the belly laughs, the happy tears, the glance across the room that says everything. I'll guide you when you need it, then step back so you can simply be yourselves.
Faith at the center.
My faith shapes how I show up: with gratitude, with heart, and with deep respect for the stories entrusted to me. Every wedding and every session is a gift I don't take lightly.
Memories worth passing down.
Your gallery and films aren't just for today. They're for the grandkids, the anniversaries, and the someday when you want to feel exactly what it was like to be there. That's what I'm building toward, every time.