Petruska Photography

Petruska Photography They personally photograph each and every wedding and portrait and never charge by the hour. Hans & Pat believe in the old adage, "It's the only way to fly".

Their incredible journey was celebrated in 1992, when they were honored as two of the ten most exceptional photographers, a radiant testament to their unwavering passion, innovative spirit, and relentless pursuit of greatness. Two Master Photographers Patricia and Hans Petruska who have photographed thousands of fine weddings and tens of thousands of portraits make them one of the best, creative,

exciting and fun photographers to work with guaranteed. They will photograph your wedding like they did their own daughters weddings. No shortcuts, no time limits and photographing everything and everyone having the best day of their life. That has been our Motto for our weddings & portraits for over five decades with more than 3,000 weddings and more than 10,000 portraits & families taken. That qualifies the national and state award winning photographers to photograph your wants and needs. They are affordable, qualified, available and especially fun to work with. Your Session can last for hours, unique creative outdoors, or at your location using interpretive illustrative design of photography, (Patricia & Hans's specialty, national and international award winning photography). Session fee are only $200 and a $300 deposit required at the time of session. Our minimum package is $300 which includes all your Images taken in High Rez, facial retouching on 12 images. Petruska's finished portraits and framing, (we are a Larson-Juhl frame dealer for 53 years) is available at discount prices. Remember Hans prints all their images at their home studio since 1968. You can have a canvas wall portrait and framed of your family or high school senior for under $300 with a complimentary(1) 8x10 and (4) 5x7's. Now that is a Historic Carver Sale...
You have seen our work at the Minnesota State Fair, Uptown Art Fair, Minnesota Renaissance fair, Edina Art fair, Excelsior Art Fair, Home & Garden show, featured on WCCO, Kare11, KTIS and many more. Petruska's have also published 9 photographic table top art books sold the world over. Patricia and Hans christian artist will only take one session per day guaranteeing you freshness with inspirational creative thoughts making their photography one of a kind session, not your typical cookie cutter photographer.

10/31/2025
Hans and Patricia, Petruska Photography, have a remarkable gift for fostering genuine connections and heartfelt bonds be...
10/31/2025

Hans and Patricia, Petruska Photography, have a remarkable gift for fostering genuine connections and heartfelt bonds between their portrait subjects, a testament to their enduring legacy spanning over 57 years.

10/30/2025

I got over 10 reactions on one of my posts last week! Thanks everyone for your support! 🎉

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10/23/2025

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10/18/2025
Wherever we travel, we infuse the energy creativity and bridge the past with the present. Our family, Major Rachel and M...
10/18/2025

Wherever we travel, we infuse the energy creativity and bridge the past with the present. Our family, Major Rachel and Major Macharis, were our muses for the Roundup cookout, and what a breathtaking wall decor this creates - America, The Wild West.

The Petruskas were honored to capture the majesty of the Buffalo roundup at Custer State Park, South Dakota, and now you...
10/18/2025

The Petruskas were honored to capture the majesty of the Buffalo roundup at Custer State Park, South Dakota, and now you can bring that beauty into your space. Their stunning photographs from the Roundup are available for personal and corporate wall decor, inspiring a sense of wonder and awe. Contact Hans for details and elevate your decor with the majestic spirit of the Buffalo.

Hans Petruska, born in Augsburg, Germany, took a leap of faith and immigrated to Minnesota, where he graduated from the ...
10/17/2025

Hans Petruska, born in Augsburg, Germany, took a leap of faith and immigrated to Minnesota, where he graduated from the prestigious American School of Photography in Chicago, unlocking a world of limitless possibilities. Married to the incredibly talented Master photographer Patricia Petruska, together they have captured the essence of thousands of weddings and tens of thousands of portraits, high school, and families, weaving a tapestry of love, laughter, and adventure. Hans and Patricia boldly published their first scenic art book, MINNESOTA, in 1985, followed by a series of breathtakingly beautiful books, including Caribbean Islands, St Thomas and the Caribbean Islands, St Maarten/ St Martin and the Caribbean Islands, Martinque and the Caribbean Islands, each one a testament to their innovative spirit and passion for photography. Their books have inspired countless people worldwide, earning numerous national awards and accolades. As two of the most sought-after photographers, Hans and Patricia have traveled to exotic destinations, including Mumbai, India, Europe, the Caribbean Islands, and most states in the USA, always embracing new experiences and destinations with open hearts and minds. Their remarkable journey was recognized in 1992, as they were selected as two of the ten best photographers, a shining tribute to their tireless dedication, creativity, and pursuit of excellence, inspired by the world's finest photographers, including Bill Browne, Jay Stock, Al Gilbert, and Sherman Hines.

07/19/2025

Our Phone number 952-474-3117 has been the same for 56 years!
Emails [email protected]

Outdoors, Yours or Ours Location, Sessions Available M- Saturday.Sessions 3-4 Hours. $1,000Includes 400 images, O...
03/15/2025

Outdoors, Yours or Ours Location, Sessions Available M- Saturday.
Sessions 3-4 Hours. $1,000
Includes 400 images, One Artist finished canvas portrait. 952-474-3117

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Carver, MN
55317

Opening Hours

Tuesday 11am - 6pm
Wednesday 10am - 6pm
Thursday 10am - 5pm
Friday 10am - 7pm
Saturday 9am - 6:01pm
Sunday 12:31pm - 6pm

Telephone

+19524743117

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