Blog - Matthew Blewett

Chanhassen hosts Mankato East on Oct. 4, 2024

OCT

06

2024

Chanhassen hosts Mankato East on Oct. ...

Chanhassen hosted Mankato East on Oct. 4, 2024. The Storm fell to the Cougars 43-19 after giving up a 21 point fourth quarter. Photos by Matt ...

DEC

22

2023

12-21-23 Minnesota Wild vs. Montreal ...

Got to cover the Minnesota Wild vs. Montreal Canadiens on Dec. 21, 2023 for Imagn Content and USA Today Sports. You can see the gallery of my photos ...

DEC

16

2023

12-16-23 Indiana Pacers at Minnesota ...

The Indiana Pacers fell to the Minnesota Timberwolves on Dec. 16, 2023 at Target Center in Minneapolis. Matt was there to cover the event for USA ...

DEC

15

2023

12-14-23 Calgary Flames at Minnesota ...

In a shootout win, the Minnesota Wild defeat the Calcary Flames 3-2. I was able to cover the game for Imagn Content and USA Today Sports.Here ...

DEC

06

2023

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NOV

12

2023

11-12-23 Dallas Stars at Minnesota Wild

On Nov. 12, I was able to cover the game between the Dallas Stars and Minnesota Wild for Imagn Content and USA Today Sports. Please see the Imagn ...

NOV

04

2023

11-4-23 Utah Jazz at Minnesota ...

Got to cover the game between the Utah Jazz and Minnesota Timberwolves at Target Center in Minneapolis, Minnesota on Nov. 4, 2023 for USA Today ...

OCT

28

2023

10-28-23 Miami Heat at Minnesota ...

Had a new experience, covering the Minnesota Timberwolves against the Miami Heat. It was Jimmy Butler's return although he did not dress for the ...

OCT

20

2023

10-19-23 Los Angeles Kings at Minnesota ...

The Los Angeles Kings defeat the Minnesota Wild 7-3 on Oct. 19, 2023 at Xcel Energy Center in St. Paul, Minnestoa. Thanks Imagn Content and USA Today ...

OCT

12

2023

10-11-23 ALDS Game 4 - Houston Astros ...

Thanks Imagn Content and USA Today Sports for the opportunity. See their full gallery here.Here are some news stories that used the ...

OCT

10

2023

10-10-23 ALDS Game 3 - Houston Astros ...

Thanks Imagn Content and USA Today Sports for the opportunity. See their full gallery here.Here are some news stories that used the photos:The ...

JUN

14

2023

2023 MSHSL Track and Field - on ...

There was a lot of action at the 2023 MSHSL State Tournament, held at St. Michael-Albertville High School the weekend of June 10.I (Matt) was ...

APR

11

2023

Twins defeat White Sox in 10 inning

The Minnesota Twins defeat the Chicago White Sox in ten innings at Target Field on April 11, 2023.It was a bunt by Michael Taylor (2) of the Twins, ...

APR

08

2023

Twins win home opener

I was sent to cover the Minnesota Twins home opener on April 7, 2023 at Target Field in Minneapolis. Thanks @imagncontent ...

MAR

27

2023

Minnesota Wild defeat the Seattle ...

Had the pleasure of covering the Minnesota Wild vs. Seattle Kraken game on March 27, 2023 for USA Today Sports and Imagn Content. You can see ...

APR

04

2022

Seattle Sounders hand Minnesota United ...

Special thanks to USA Today Sports and Imagn for sending me (Matt) to cover the game between Minnesota United and the Seattle Sounders on April ...

APR

01

2022

Planning your perfect grad party

The basics of planning a high school graduation party you will remember foreverNow that spring has sprung, you are ready to plan your graduation ...

MAR

20

2022

Covering Minnesota United for USA Today ...

On March 19, 2022 I had the pleasure of covering Minnesota United against the San Jose Earthquakes for USA Today Sports. The game was a huge ...

OCT

29

2021

Portraits for business

At My Story Minnesota, you've got a variety of photography options, and we are thrilled you've chosen us as your business portrait provider. We pride ...

AUG

02

2021

Top ten things to pack for your senior ...

Safety pins You never know when a strap could tear loose or if button could pop off, so safety pins are the perfect fix for wardrobe ...

JUL

02

2021

Happy Independence Day!

On this Independence Day we want to extend a special thanks to you, the readers who make this project work. We are offering a limited time $100 off ...

JUN

23

2021

A Parent's Guide to Senior Portraits

A Guide to Senior Portraits for ParentsFor most parents, senior portraits are a distant memory. Your baby has changed a lot over the last two decades ...

MAY

15

2021

Let Us Capture Your Graduation!

Did you know that My Story Minnesota offers graduation services?That’s right! We will come to your graduation and photograph the whole ...

APR

24

2021

Fashion Tips for Girls’ Senior Photos

One of the most stress-causing decisions many seniors have to decide is what to wear. Our answer is always to tap into your personal style. ...

APR

20

2021

Fashion/Wardrobe tips for guys' senior ...

Fashion Tips for Guys’ Senior PhotosWe know you’ve got a lot on your plate as you wrap up your high school career. You’ve got ball ...

APR

16

2021

How to prepare for your session (for ...

CONGRATULATIONS! You are planning (or at least researching) your senior portrait session. How exciting!Not sure where to start? Here are a few tips ...

APR

12

2021

Choosing the Right Accessories for Your ...

You’ve planned your outfits and have your hair styling practiced and ready to go. Now it’s time to consider your accessories, which can ...

APR

09

2021

Ideas to personalize your senior ...

Your senior session is all about YOU! We want to make sure that we really show off your personality and make your photos unique to you. Now is the ...

APR

05

2021

Beauty and Fashion Tips and Tricks for ...

Are you getting excited yet? If you are reading this you are probably busy planning the perfect senior portrait session. We hope you have reserved a ...

APR

02

2021

Tips for planning your dance and BFF ...

Are you a dancer? The Dancers of Minnesota portrait experience is perfect for friends to capture some casual memories together while, at the same ...

MAR

31

2021

How to be the BEST Senior Rep Ever!

Are you interested in being part of a photographer's Senior Rep program? Most of us are doing something like this. At My Story Minnesota, we have an ...

MAR

31

2021

How to prepare for your session (for ...

Now that you’ve booked your session, we have a few tips for you to help you get ready for your close up. Follow these guidelines the weeks ...

MAR

30

2021

Making Your Senior Session Stand Out ...

You have been Pinteresting what seems like forever now looking for ways to stand out from other seniors uniquely. Do you find yourself running out of ...

AUG

28

2020

District 112 members rally for safe ...

Educators and members of the Education Minnesota local in Eastern Carver County schools rally for a safe and equitable reopening to schools this ...

AUG

25

2020

AHEM members and the public rally

Educators and members of the Anoka Hennepin Education Minnesota local 7007 gathered outside the Sandberg Education Center on Aug. 24, 2020 in a rally ...

JUL

09

2020

Big Ten to compete in-conference only ...

A much anticipated (and rumored) announcement came down on July 9 that due to COVID-19 precautions, the Big Ten conference will be competing ...

JUL

01

2020

Antoine Winfield Jr. named to Big Ten ...

In his final year as a Gopher, sophomore (he was injured for most of the 2017 and 2018 seasons) Antoine Winfield Jr. racked up 88 tackles, three ...

JUN

22

2020

Become camera comfortable and rock your ...

Go from Awkward to Camera Comfortable: 5 Tips to Rock your Senior Session When it comes to taking senior portraits, its normal ...

JUN

20

2020

MSHSL updated guidance for youth sports

On June 19 the Minnesota State High School League (MSHSL) issued updated guidance based on a report from the Minnesota Department of ...

MAY

23

2020

Location ideas for your senior ...

12 Fun Senior Photo Shoot Location IdeasIf you’re in the process of planning your senior photo session, you’re probably looking for a few ...

APR

22

2020

Selecting the perfect outfit

Selecting the perfect outfit(s) for your senior experienceTHERE are a lot of factors that contribute to an successful senior portrait experience and ...

APR

22

2020

Ten tips to enhance your senior ...

Simplicity is essential to a successful portrait. Keeping it simple can help you feel comfortable which will come through in the portraits.Lenses ...

MAR

25

2020

Hitting the pause on Minnesota sports

In a message to the media today, Minnesota State High School League Executive Director Erich Martens released a directive that all high school ...

MAR

22

2020

Planning your Senior Experience

Are you excited yet? We are and we can’t wait to see YOU at your senior portrait session. Do you have any butterflies yet? Totally expected, ...

MAR

20

2020

University of Minnesota Duluth Dance ...

It seems like a year has past since the 2020 MSHSL dance tournament, in reality it was just six weeks ago. During the tournament Minnesota Dance News ...

FEB

22

2020

Welcome to the My Story Minnesota ...

Welcome!You have been waiting for three years to become a senior, and finally, that day is here! As you move into this fast-paced, thrilling time of ...

NOV

30

2019

Minnesota gophers wrap up 2019 regular ...

Minnesota Gophers Football wraps up special season with loss to Wisconsin, but bowl hopes remain high.On a snowy day with ESPN's College Gameday in ...

OCT

07

2019

Amon Amarth headlines a night of Nordic ...

It was a Nordic invasion on the night of Oct. 6, 2019 at the Skyway Theater when a quartet of Swedish heavy metal bands did their best to shake the ...

JUN

18

2019

Dancers of Minnesota: Alexa Boderman

Introducing Dancers of MinnesotaWe are looking for dancers who want to collaborate and support Minnesota Dance News. You will get a photo shoot for ...