ABOUT THE STUDIO

We moved to St. Paul May 1st!

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Brett Dorrian Artistry Studios is an award-winning and published photography and media makeup studio focused on services that help elevate your life, style, business and branding.

Our boutique studio is located on the street level of the historic Park Building on Selby Ave. at Snelling; among the many shops and restaurants.

Clients enjoy a private by appointment only setting, refreshments, and luxurious atmosphere when they visit the studio.

Free street parking is available out front on Selby Ave., and on neighboring cross streets.

visit the studio

Merriam park neighborhood, st. Paul

Located in the Park Building
1595 Selby Ave., Ste. 101
St. Paul, MN 55104

651.253.7582

Studio Appointment Hours

(by appointment only)

Sunday: Closed/By Request
Monday: 7am-4pm
Tuesday: 7am-6pm
Wednesday: 7am-6pm
Thursday: 7am-4pm
Friday: 7am-3pm
Saturday: 7am-3pm

Inquire directly about:

• Booking a time outside of the regular studio appointment hours/days- anything can be by request

• Requesting services at locations other than the studio

• Booking in advance for a private wedding or event

• Discussing a custom request that isn't listed as an existing package

Questions?  Check out the FAQ page on the website

 
 
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Good morning and happy Art-A-Whirl!! We're open at @solarartsbuilding 12-8pm today! @brettdorrianbenedict @shelleybeaumontartist @excelsiorcandle @kristinamadeit #artawhirl2023
If you come visit us today at Art-A-Whirl at @solarartsbuilding be sure to stop outside at @nikkolettesmacarons for a GF treat! They're my favorite! #artawhirl2023
Art-A-Whirl has commenced! Come join the fun this weekend! Friday 5-10pm Saturday 12-8pm Sunday 12-5pm Guest artists at my studio in @solarartsbuilding are @excelsiorcandle selling candles, @shelleybeaumontartist selling mosaics, and @kristinamade
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Had one million and one things to do today...but everything was excellent and I'm glad for it all. Tank got snippets of me between things to take a few brief breaks in the sunshine when we could. Feeling grateful for this season of life. ☀️
My mom came down for an overnight visit yesterday for a belated Mother's Day get together. We went out for lunch, did all the planters and garden tasks for the season, and framed and hung a few dozen new photos at the studio to prep for Art-A-Whirl.
Soaking up the sunshine and fresh flowers during this beautiful part of the spring season. ☀️🌺🌻💐🐾♥️
Playing Tetras at the studio to get ready for Art-A-Whirl! We'll have a pop-up boutique with other female artists hosted for the weekend Fri-Sun! Come check out the fun!!
Art-A-Whirl week is upon us! Come say hi at studio #204 in @solarartsbuilding Friday night, Saturday afternoon/night, or Sunday afternoon. I'm so excited to be hosting three amazing guest artists this year! Here's a little bit of artist info. for
Happy mother's day to all! We're at the Twins game with Michael's mom and uncle this afternoon while she's in town. Then I'll get to hangout with my mom for the whole day coming up on Tuesday. ♥️♥️♥️
On location today for 40 fast but lovely headshots during an organization's annual meeting as a bookend before and after their keynote speaker. I've been complimented all morning for my skills as a hype woman- making sure folks feel confident, posi
Makeup only looks as good as the skin it's put on top of. In other words, makeup takes care of color issues, but never texture issues. Makeup will look more flawless on skin that is more flawless. If you only look at online photos that have been
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Headshots in action! I love seeing all the ways in which clients use their photos from the studio. From websites to print materials or posts online, they get a ton of variety and thus a long runway for all their digital marketing needs after their
Had a fantastic sunny day of kickball! We had a break between games, so we ran over to @sociablecider for a cider and snacks from @unidos_food_co. I'm loving being a part of this community league! 🙌 #stonewallsports