EVENTS AND PROMOtions

Check out our current promos and upcoming events! We have several fun and informational offerings coming up. Check out the calendar or jump down for a list of events and promotions Hope to see you there. Cheers!

Current Promotions and Ongoing Events

First Thursdays at Solar Arts

5:00pm - 9:00pm

Along with the rest of the Solar Arts Building, our studio is open to all every first Thursday of the month. Stop in to say hello and support the arts!

Fall Photoshoot Special

September 1st - November 30th

Our annual fall photoshoot special is running from September 1st to November 30th this year! Book a 1-hour Lifestyle Session and receive one free makeup and hairstyling service for the shoot.

  • available only Tuesday-Friday at the studio
  • offer does not apply to mini shoots
  • indoor and outdoor options available

Email Mallory at info@brettdorrian.com to book today — space is limited!

Duo Headshot Special

October 1st - November 30th

Duo headshots for $650 — split one of our 1-hour premium headshot sessions with a friend or family member and save! Includes full camera-ready makeup and hairstyling for two people, 1-hour photoshoot at the studio split between you (includes indoor and outdoor options), up to 3 outfits/looks each, digital download of unlimited final edited high-resolution images, client copyright, and up to 10 additional custom edit/retouching requests allowed after delivery.

Email Mallory at info@brettdorrian.com to book today — space is limited!

Professional Halloween Makeup

Book your Halloween Makeup with the studio! Get all the right scares and stares this Halloween. We can do scary, pretty, and everything in between to make your character perfect!

  • Appointments available October 28th-October 31st between 4:00pm-9:00pm
  • 30 minute appointment $50
  • 60 minute appointment $100
  • appointment length requires a verification from the studio to determine what's the right fit for your request

Email Mallory at info@brettdorrian.com to book a slot and discuss your needs

Black Friday Online Gift Certificate Sale

November 24th-27th

Discounts come but once a year! Stay tuned for our annual Black Friday gift certificate sale (available for purchase online November 24th-27th). Gift certificates will be sold on a discount and beautifully packaged and shipped out- perfect for holiday gift giving!

  • Follow us on social media or sign up for our newsletter to get in on the deal! It will be announced the week of Thanksgiving.

Pictures With Santa — December 3rd and 4th

Skip the line at the mall this holiday season! 5 Minutes or Less, 5 Images, 1 Stellar Santa

We've got the suit rented and the actor hired to be our studio Santa for convenient and cute pics for our clients at our Northeast Minneapolis studio.

  • Saturday, December 3rd
    • 9:00am-10:00am general public
    • 10:00am-11:00am Creme Card Members only (includes light refreshments)
  • Sunday, December 4th
    • 9:00am-10:00am general public
    • 10:00am-11:00am general public
  • $30 (because you only really need one great shot!)
  • Includes 5 high res digital images edited and client copyright
  • Free parking in our parking lots at Solar Arts

RSVP here!

Get Glam for NYE

  • In studio only appointments available at a special rate with studio artists
  • Full Makeup (includes airbrush and faux lashes) for $75 or Eyes Only for $50
 
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