Bella Grace Magazine COVER Number TWO!!
LIFE IS A BEAUTIFUL JOURNEY …
When I began my creative journey a number of years ago, I had no idea where it would take me… I really didn’t want to know. I just wanted to try and enjoy it, to relish in it every day.
“All I wanted was to live a life where I could be me, and be okay with that. I had no need for material possessions, money or even close friends with me on my journey. All I wanted was my art and the chance to be the creator of my own world, my own reality. I wanted the open road and new beginnings every day. ”
Charlotte Eriksson
I have been asked, “Is it your goal to make it BIG in the photography world?” My answer, is simply NO. I only want to continue to be me and create; where ever it leads me I will be happy with that. Enjoying the journey and learning from our mistakes as well as life’s ups and downs is what it is all about!
The other day when I found out that one of my photographs made it on the cover of my all time favorite magazine once again … I died!!
This is my 2nd cover with Bella Grace Magazine. I am absolutely floored and completely honored!!
You can read more about my first publication and magazine cover with Bella Grace Magazine below. This issue (Issue 11) is currently on sale too! Click HERE to get this issue at a discounted price!!
Bella Grace Magazine is the epitome of creativity
While holding this publication in your hands, it is not about reading it… it is about experiencing it. The thick and luxurious pages of fine art and literature transport me right into a place of soul quenching inspiration.
There is just something oh so very special about seeing, feeling, and smelling your own work in print! 🙂
Journey on people … enjoy the ride and do not give up, as a result, you never know what might happen 🙂
“Without struggle, success has no value”
Aaron Lauritsen
Hi — I’m Shannon O’Malley.
I’m a Minneapolis-based (soon-to-be Dallas, TX) photographer specializing in online dating profile photography, personal branding portraits, business headshots, and senior sessions. I work with people who want photos that feel natural, confident, and genuinely reflective of who they are — not stiff, overproduced, or performative.
My approach is rooted in natural light, ease, and emotional intelligence. I believe the best photos happen when people feel comfortable enough to be themselves — and seen enough to trust the process. Whether someone is stepping back into dating, refining their professional presence, or marking a meaningful season of life, my goal is always the same: to create images that feel honest and quietly powerful.
With over 15 years of experience behind the camera — and a journey that includes single motherhood, entrepreneurship, and a national CBS feature — I’ve seen firsthand how much impact the right photos can have. A strong image isn’t about vanity. It’s about clarity. It’s often the first impression that shapes how others perceive you — before you ever get the chance to explain yourself.
This blog is where I share insights on photography, visibility, confidence, and showing up with intention — both on and off camera.
When I’m not photographing clients, you’ll usually find me with my husband, my son, and our beautifully blended family — soaking up everyday life here in the Twin Cities (for now). We’ll be relocating to Dallas, Texas in 2026, where I’ll continue offering my signature photography experience for daters, creatives, and business owners throughout the DFW area.
If you’re here because you want photos that actually feel like you, you’re in the right place. I’m glad you found your way here.
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