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I help people who feel awkward on camera show up confidently in dating photos — without forced poses or pretending to be someone they’re not. Dating insights featured on CBS News (WCCO)
What is a Fresh 48 Photo Session? It’s the start of your family’s story that is a precious and unforgettable time, especially when your newborn arrives. A Fresh 48 photo session captures those precious first moments. In the Twin Cities, I understand the importance of freezing these magical hours, creating timeless memories that you and your family will treasure forever.

A Fresh 48 session is a unique approach to newborn photography. It focuses on documenting the first 48 hours of a baby’s life. This is a time when everything is fresh and new, and your family is just getting to know the newest member. Unlike traditional newborn sessions, Fresh 48 sessions take place right in the hospital, birthing center, or home after a home-birth, capturing the genuine and raw emotions that fill this fleeting time.


Fresh 48 sessions capture the unfiltered beauty of those initial moments. I don’t stage or pose anything – I simply document the natural and raw experience of those first hours. From the baby’s first cries to their tiny fingers and toes, every detail is preserved authentically.
In the first 48 hours, the bond between the baby and the family is at its purest. A Fresh 48 session freezes these moments of connection, love, and awe. Whether it’s the first time a sibling holds the baby or the joyous tears of a new parent, I’ll capture it all.
When you book a Fresh 48 session with me, you can expect a seamless and stress-free experience. As your photographer, I will be there to capture the genuine moments – the first gaze, the tiny yawns, the soft caresses. The session will be entirely led by the baby’s rhythm, ensuring a calm and comfortable environment.
When I first arrive, you can expect me to turn off the lights and open the curtains/blinds to let the natural light flow in and light y’all up. Then we’ll chat for a bit and get the magic going!










If you are considering a photo session location for a special moment like the birth of your baby, look no further than The Birthplace at M Health Fairview St. John’s Hospital. Located at the intersection of Hazelwood Street and Beam Avenue, this hospital offers a range of amenities and services that make it an ideal choice.
With these amenities and services, choosing St. John’s Hospital for your photo session location would be an excellent decision. Moreover, the hospital’s convenient location near major highways and shopping centers, such as 694 and Highway 61, as well as its proximity to Maplewood Mall, adds to the ease of access and enhances the overall experience.
I am a photographer based in the Twin Cities, specializing in newborn and family photography. My goal is to blend a laid-back vibe with a touch of organization, creating a stress-free and enjoyable experience for my clients. With my creative and emotive natural light portraits, I strive to elevate photography beyond the ordinary and capture the true essence of your family. If you appreciate the finer things in life and value a quick and easy booking process, I would love to work with you.
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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.
January 15, 2024

Twin Cities Online Dating & Branding Photographer
Helping singles feel confident, seen, and chosen.
Serving Minneapolis–St. Paul through Spring 2026
Travel sessions available nationwide • Dallas launching Summer 2026
Minneapolis–St. Paul, MN
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Woodbury • White Bear Lake & beyond
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