“Mark is the most easy going guy I've met. Right from the start he made me feel extremely comfortable. Since my senior session we've stayed in touch and he takes the time to help with all the details of my photos and even my invitations. Mark is funny, talented, and patient. He knows where to take the right shots and can make you feel good/look good no matter what. I love every single photo that mark has taken because he personalizes them. He makes sure it's the best picture he can take and makes sure that you yourself love it, or if you hate it then he'll change settings or do something different! The best part is that he cares about your wants and needs towards the pictures and will do everything he can to make the pictures perfect!”

Anna V.

“For me, the photographer was one of the most important parts of our wedding.  Pictures are one of the only visible memories you get. From the first time I saw Mark's work I knew I wanted to have him be the photographer for our wedding. He did not disappoint! Our wedding guests even commented how great he was, without ever seeing a picture! He had a lot of great ideas and was easy going yet professional. At one point he even was laid on the floor to get the best shot!

We got our CD of pictures quickly after our wedding. The pictures turned out better than I ever hoped! He had great candids, as well as staged shots that really captured the moment. His pictures exemplified what I wanted our wedding to be. I highly recommend Mark as a photographer. He was easy to work worth and took the worry out of hiring a photographer.”

Ellie W.

“Getting your pictures taken by a stranger can be intimidating, but Mark makes the experience so much fun! My pictures were by far the best I've ever had, they were phenomenal! He's so easy to work with and really makes it a stress-less experience. I can't wait to work with him in the future. I would highly recommend him to everyone!”

Destinee T.

“We’ve had the pleasure of working with Mark @ FATcat Studios on so many occasions and have been so happy with what he’s created for us.  He doesn’t just ‘snap pictures’, he creates real art with his photography, capturing not only the great shots, but the meaning behind the moments.  He is fantastic about making the experience comfortable and relaxed.  Most recently, Mark created senior photos for our graduate – a major milestone not entrusted to just any photographer.  We couldn’t have been more pleased, as usual.  Mark is always at the top of our list.  Thanks Mark!” 

Bobbi P.

"Mark was the person we called when we found out my husband was terminally ill. Taking those last family photos was not easy yet Mark got the shots of a lifetime. It was not a question of who to call for those pictures, it was how many can we get him to take. He gave up his Father's Day to be with us. Priceless!"

Babs C.

“We have never been as happy with a photographer as we were Mark. He handled our business very professionally from start through finish. Throughout the wedding planning process we never held one concern about the photography because we knew we could count on Mark for spectacular quality and great professionalism. He was always prompt in response to my questions and also very quick getting us our wedding photos after the event. Mark did an awesome job of imitating the different styles of photography that we liked. We felt comfortable and had FUN while being photographed.

The morning after the wedding the guests were all raving about the photographer and the great job he had done. Somehow he is in every place at every time getting the best of every shot but you do not even notice he is there. He has a way of sliding in and out to get shots without being noticed or getting in the way. The talk did not stop there! Soon after the wedding was over we had full ownership of our photos from Mark. We posted them immediately to share and everyone was extremely impressed. It has only been a little over a month since the wedding, and 2 weeks since the pictures were posted and three different couples have already asked me for his information for their upcoming nuptials.

Feel free to check out our photos (Dan and Kaela Carpenter) or email me at kaelafaith@hotmail.com if you have any questions about his services. Overall we were completely satisfied with the service and product we received. We strongly recommend Mark’s services to anyone. He is simply the best!”

Kaela C.

“Mark was taken pictures of my boys several times, and each time I am amazed at what he is able to capture. An expression or a look that sums them up perfectly. He has a unique style that is hard to put into words. I guess, you can just tell through his pictures he loves what he does. He has so much fun with my kids they don’t even know he is taking pictures. In fact my oldest was disappointed the last time because he wanted Mark to stay and play!”

Mariah M.

“Mark gave us MANY beautiful pictures from our wedding day.  He took pictures in a variety of places around Fargo/Moorhead and captured some truly wonderful and artistic moments.  He even chauffeured us from place to place when we realized neither bride nor groom had a car!  Mark is interested in giving you what you want and readily and happily took suggestions from us.  When it came to the family photos, he was patient as we gathered everyone for each group shot and kept good humor.  As the day went on, he looked out for my husband and me, making sure we had down time and were able to relax from time to time.  Lastly, Mark offers an incredible value - so many lovely shots for a really good price.  Thank you, Mark!”

Holly J.

“Mark is such a fun photographer to work with. Once you meet him, you feel like you’ve known him for years. He is truly great at capturing life’s beautiful moments, and it’s obvious that he loves what he does.”

Sarah O.

"Our family's experience with Mark could not have been more positive!  He had lots of patience for our busy kids and connected easily with them.  Mark did an incredible job of capturing their unique personalities on film.  Our edited disc was ready for us to pick up about two days after he took the pictures-  WOW!" 

Andy S.

"Mark photographed my sister-in-law's wedding, and I knew that I wanted Mark to be my photographer for my future wedding!  When the time came, I was lucky enough to book Mark as our photographer.  Mark was present from the very beginning of the day at the hair salon, to the very end of our dance, which was so important to me as the whole day has been captured in pictures and wonderful memories.  Friends and family who have viewed our pictures have nothing but great things to say, and my single friends now want Mark to be their future wedding photographer!  He was very professional, but was also able to have fun with us, which was important to us!  Mark was everything we wanted in a wedding photographer, and we could not be happier with the result!" 

 

Andrea F.

“Mark truly helped make our wedding day the best experience ever! The

creativity and organization he brought to the day made it worry free and

developed great photographs that will leave us with amazing memories of

our big day! He worked with me on a regular basis making sure he

understood the style I wanted and also incorporated some of his own. This

teamwork made me feel included and taken seriously! I would never choose

anyone else over Mark due to his professional demeanor and great pictures!”

 

Caitlin H.

‘Mark takes the “dread” out of having my kid’s yearly pictures taken. We’ve always had Mark come into our home to take the photos which helps create a relaxing and easy atmosphere. Our kids are much more comfortable in their own environment and actually have fun getting their pictures taken now!“

 

Amy A.

“What a fantastic experience!  Mark did an amazing job of photographing our 4 children ranging in ages from 8-4 weeks at the same time!  There weren't any melt downs simply because Mark provided a laid back, stress free environment.  By coming in to our home to photograph the children, he alleviated much stress from mom too!  Having never met my children, I can't believe how instantly comfortable they became with him and how he was able to capture their true personalities in the photos that he took. Not only was Mark very accommodating to work with, he was also incredibly prompt on his turn around time of the images.  I was able to share our photos with friends and family within days.  Mark's professionalism and talent, coupled with his great personality, provided us with photos of our kids that we will treasure forever.  I can't wait for our next session with Mark!”

 

Jamie M.

“Working with FATcat Studios was a great photography experience. Mark is easy, fun and comfortable to work with. He came to my home to photograph my newborn so I wouldn't have to take him out into the cold and immediately began taking photos. He captured small intimate moments which turned out to be some of our favorite photos. It was a very comfortable, relaxed environment with out a lot of equipment. We will continue to have him photograph our family for years to come.”

 

Aimee M.

"Mark is a fantastic photographer and an all-around great guy. My husband and I wanted a lot of fun, candid shots. We wanted to capture the special and unexpected moments of our wedding day, in addition to more traditional photos. Mark's photojournalistic and artistic style was exactly what we were looking for. I love that I have a picture of the look on my Mom's face when she helped me put my veil on, that I have photographic evidence of my bridesmaids' one-of-a-kind dance moves, and that the memory of my brothers and I laughing our heads off is perfectly preserved. Mark was right there at every opportunity to capture the expressions and emotions of our wedding day. Because of his excellent work I am not only able to remember how my wedding looked; I can remember how my wedding felt. Thank you, Mark!"

 

Annette  B.

“Mark is a phenomenal photographer! He is personable and professional and his expertise and experience provided set the perfect environment for everyone. We felt like he was a member of the family by the end of the evening! What truly speaks to his amazing personality is how many of our family and friends added him as a friend on Facebook after the wedding! He captured personal moments without us even knowing he was there! And the quality and turn around time are amazing! We feel truly blessed to have Mark be behind the lens for our wedding.”

Brian and Jessica S.

“Fantastic experience…I loved the fact that Mark came to our home and photographed the kids in familiar surroundings.  The kids (and parents) were very relaxed and I believe this lead to more natural smiles and eliminated that staged feeling of some photographs you see. Mark is also very patient with children, he even used my 5 year old as his “assistant” when photographing our 6 month old. “

Amy A.

“Cody and I couldn't have asked for a better photographer than Mark.  We were pleased with how professional he was yet extremely fun to work with. We also got our pictures back within a week and it's been so nice to already look back on our special day.  Mark did not make the day seem so focused on pictures, instead he let us be ourselves and he caught every moment.”

Jessica and Cody B.

When we think back to our wedding day, Nick and I can almost still feel the excitement and overflowing love that surrounded us.  Mark, our wedding photographer, was an absolute joy to work with throughout the day as well.  Nick and I were really taken aback by how gorgeous everything was, and Mark didn’t miss capturing a thing either.  He was here and there, up and down—shooting every angle off all that was happening.  After the wedding, Nick and I strolled around with Mark on a golf cart to take some candids, and what a great time we had!!  He had a great sense of humor, was relaxed about it, and was obviously very talented at what he did—which is why Nick and I did not have to worry about a thing.  As he showed us a few of the photos he was taking, we were amazed at his artistic ability to bring color and real life into each shot.  We are so very pleased with his work, and I would recommend him to anyone looking to really capture an event and bring back wonderful lifelong memories.

Emily and Nick B.

“Mark came to our house for my daughter's first birthday portraits, and we had a fantastic experience in every way. Scheduling was a breeze, and it was so convenient to have him come into our environment. Mark was warm, friendly and really made an effort to get her comfortable before diving into the session. We had some ideas regarding the look we wanted the pictures to have, but Mark took it to a whole new level. Everyone who sees our photos loves them.

 

When our second daughter was born, there was no question who we were going to call for newborn and our first new family shots. We love that all of the photos belong to us too. When finished editing, we have two discs full of professional quality photos of our children to use as we please. We were able to create our own birth announcements, as well as develop portraits to hang in our home. I would recommend FATcat Studios to anyone!”

Geneva N.

“We got our wedding photos days after we got back from our honeymoon which was great and they are absolutely amazing.  We are so happy with them - the portraits are great, as are the casual shots. You captured the light beautifully in many of them such as the one us in the stairwell of the church along with wonderful candid pictures of us and our families throughout the night. We are having such a hard time to decide which ones to enlarge as there are so many good ones! We sincerely want to thank you for doing such a wonderful job for a good price and will definitely recommend you to anyone that we know getting married in the Fargo area in the future. Thanks so much!”

Dustin and Jerrica K.

“I'm not sure Jeff and I can begin to explain how thankful we are for the photographic memories you have provided us with. We have had the good fortune of Mark photographing individual and family events over the last few years.  In all cases, he has done a wonderful job of capturing the personalities and mannerisms of our children and family members.  He has a great eye for detail and is able to predict great photographic opportunities.  As a result, he has provided us with many beautifully preserved memories! “

 

Jeff and Le'Dean C.

“We can't tell you how much we have appreciated your willingness to sit in traffic for an hour on 94 to get to Minneapolis for the engagement pictures and to fly to CA to shoot our wedding. At the end of everything I was really happy you did both the engagement photos and wedding pictures as you knew our personalities, knew that Dustin is a blinker, and we had time to practice our model faces.  The candid shots are some of our favorites but so are the posed pictures - there are many 4 and 5 star rated pictures in Aperture.  Throughout the entire process you were extremely easy to work with - easy to get a hold of - easy to communicate with - and remained flexible through what we envisioned our pictures to be but also brought your own ideas.  I don't doubt that we made the right decision when we decided to have you do our shoots.”

 

Amanda and Dustin O.

“My experience with FATcat Studios was a blast!  Mark was really into the pictures and had a lot of great ideas while still taking into consideration everything I wanted.  I am so glad that I went with FATcat Studios for my engagement pictures and can't wait until I get to take my wedding pictures!”

Caitlin W.

“Mark has an amazing ability to make his subjects feel at ease during shoots and that’s reflected in the fantastic photos his clients come away with.  When he comes to a session, Mark is open to ideas and is prepared with suggestions of his own.  He has been our family photographer for over three years now—taking pictures of our family and children as they grow up.  The work is on display in our home, reminding us of precious memories with our family and drawing compliments from everyone who sees it.  After a FATcat photo session, we’re never disappointed and  always come away with photos we love.”

Crystal M.

“Mark has just been fantastic to work with! I knew the first time he took our family pictures he was going to be a permanent part of our pictures for a very long time. I have 2 small boys and I have never had a better children’s photographer – he makes them laugh, has an uncanny way to make them smile and is quick to keep up with them to get the great shots. Our last pictures were at the park and Mark turned into Spiderman – jumping up the ladders and slides to get all the perfect shots! He is super quick getting the images edited and back to you and you can’t be his prices, professionalism AND the opportunity to own your images!”

Kelly C.

“Our photography session with Mark was great. The kids really took to him and so he was able to get some very natural photos of them!  He made everyone feel really comfortable. The pictures turned out beautiful ~ I would recommend him to anyone!”

  

Kelly P.

“After having my children's pictures taken by many great area photographers, Mark's photographs of my family are the only pictures every guest who comes to my home comments on and wants to know who did them so they can have their family photographed by him, too.  I don't think any other photographers can rival the edge that Mark can give your photos or the value of the product he delivers.  You don't need to take out a loan for a great family photo with Mark!  Mark's true artistry and passion for life and art bring out the best in those being photographed, creating a portrait that captures the subject's real spirit. “

  

Kari H.

“Mark Sorgaard creates beautiful pictures. I’ve had the pleasure of working with him for both professional and personal photography needs with absolutely top-notch results. Mark puts his photography subjects at ease, does what he says he’s going to do and delivers a fantastic product. His passion for his craft is evident and his relaxed demeanor makes the process very enjoyable. Because Mark has consistently produced wonderful pictures of our community and my family, I recommend him without reserve.”

 

Adrienne O.

“We not only hired Mark to take our formal wedding photos, but also candid shots throughout the day.  Mark’s ability to blend into the background enabled him to capture the many emotions of the day in a very natural way.  His creativity and experience ensured that the personalities of our friends and families were brought to life with each picture taken.  On a day as important as your wedding, it only makes sense to go with the best.  Choose FATcat Studios and that is exactly what you will get.”

 

Suzanna and Tim H.

“I have known Mark Sorgaard for over 20 years.  In August, we had our family photos taken in Fargo by Mark and they were remarkable.  His attention to detail such as the lighting, pose, the way our child was smiling, concern for the way we appear was impeccable.  We requested a photo shoot on location and he worked with the location very well.  He has a child himself and seems to work well with children of any age.  The prices at FATcat Studios are more reasonable than any other that we have used in recent memory.  He provided us with the disk of the photos so that we have flexibility in choosing carefully our favorite pics.  Mark is professional, caring, detailed and non-pressuring in his business.  He wants his customers to be happy when the job is completed.  And...he was very successful with us.  We are both happy and pleased with the results from FATcat Studios.  We hope to have our photos again with this studio in the near future. Thanks, Mark.”

 

John, Maria and Ana B. 

“Mark has taken our son’s pictures since he was six months old. We have been thrilled with how the photos have turned out each time! He comes to our home to take the photos so is able to capture great natural-looking shots. He is always very accommodating with scheduling – which is so helpful when trying to coordinate around eating and napping schedules! 

 

He is very patient and takes enough time to get to know our son and his personality! We’re always amazed at how he manages to capture all our favorite expressions of our son! Mark is also great with animals, which is a bonus for us since our Golden Retriever is a major part of our family and is included in each photo shoot!   He provides us with a CD with all the digital images so we can easily share with friends and family, make prints, etc.  We look forward to Mark capturing many more memories for our family!”

Mary B.

Mark is enjoyable and accommodating to work with.  He makes the experience fun and most importantly delivers amazing pictures!  Mark is our photographer for life!

 

Nicole P.

“We are so grateful to FATcat Studios and Mark Sorgaard for the memories he has preserved for our family. His photos have captured expression, personalities and moments in the lives of our family that will forever be special to us.  We also appreciate Mark’s flexibility from freezing in the cold to capture our Christmas card photo to traveling to California for our daughter’s destination wedding, Mark is willing to do it all. Thanks!”

Babs C.

“I can’t say enough about how much we have enjoyed working with Mark on our family pictures.  We have 4 kids and the experience of going to a studio and trying to get everyone coordinated and happy was always a nightmare and something we dreaded and put off.  After first working with Mark four years ago, in our home, photographing our twins who were one at the time, our attitude about family pictures has changed forever.  Mark completely puts our kids and ease and in so doing has managed to capture their real personalities, at varying stages in their lives, that we will always have with us in the amazing photographs he has taken.  We now look forward to having Mark out and can’t wait to see the unique ways he works to capture our memories for us.  The compliments I receive from everyone who sees the pictures Mark takes of my family are nothing compared to how we feel when we see them throughout our house.  Thanks Mark!!!”

 

Lynn S.

“I would highly recommend anyone to use Fat Cat Studios for their photography needs.  Not only is Mark a very talented photographer, he does a great job of making everyone feel comfortable.  He takes the best pictures….pictures when people are in their element.  I am so happy with how my daughter Ella’s pictures turned out and will continue to use Fat Cat Studios for my photography needs.”

 

Gena B.

“Hands down, Mark has repeatedly taken the best photos of my family and I. He is comfortable to work with and we always look natural in our photos, never stiff or uncomfortable. I would highly recommend Mark to anyone. Thanks for another great photo session in Minneapolis!!”

Emily C.

“I have been asking Mark to take our family photos for the past 5 years; not only do I love the photos that he takes – we have a blast having them taken.  His style is so comfortable and flexible – it sets the tone for the session that would be hard to match. 

 

I hear from my friends of their nightmare-like stories of going to these random places to get their photos taken – where the kids are uncomfortable and the clock is ticking while they beg for a smile.  That’s not the case when working with Mark.  He offers suggestions if asked and also knows when to take a step back or take a break and let the kids have snack! WE LOVE FATcat Studios!”

Lanelle, Shawn, Michael and Katelyn V.

“Mark did a fantastic job capturing our special moments on our wedding day!  I look forward to having him capture many more of our special moments!”

Kristi L.

“We chose Mark at FATcat Studios for our son’s three month photos. He was professional and personable and his style is unique. The pictures capture our son’s personality perfectly as well as the new relationships developing in our family. We’ll definitely work with him again!”

 

Kathleen B.

“We LOVED using Mark for our daughter Stephanie’s graduation photos. He was SO easy to work with!!!  I would highly recommend him!”      

Jana H.

“Terrific pictures that captured our baby in his natural environment.  Loved getting all of the proofs on a disk without having to pay extra!!“

 

Heidi D.   

“The most wonderful pictures! Five grandchildren on a chaotic morning, but Mark made it look easy with his patience and expert eye. We treasure each of those pictures.”

Don and Sue M.  

“Mark does fantastic work! Some photographers simply take pictures, but Mark captures the moment. We cherish the photographs he has taken of our children and our family.”

 

Angie and Greg M.

“We have worked with Mark a couple of times now for our family pictures and love the results!  He pays attention to and captures the little details which makes all the difference!”

 

Heather B.

“Mark did an amazing job with our family pictures.  It was a fun time!  He captured our family perfectly.  Not only did he get our serious side he also got our fun side during our session.  It was a nice relaxed atmosphere where we could be ourselves.  I would highly recommended Mark and FATCat Studio's do anyone looking for high quality photo's without all the rushed stuffiness that goes along with some studios in town.  His prices are incredible also!!  We will definitely be having Mark do all of our photo's in the future!

 

Darcy A.

“Mark put my son at ease while taking his senior pictures and they turned out wonderful.  Mark was able to capture Matt’s personality and his beautiful smile.  We appreciated the flexibility for scheduling and getting the disc to make our own copies!  We have confidently referred many friends to Fat Cat Studios.”

MaryAnn P.