Meet Shannon

I spent years as a single mom — and when I finally stepped into the world of online dating in my 40s, I felt it all— the nerves, the hope, the vulnerability of putting yourself out there.

Updating my own dating profile photos led me to meeting my husband on Bumble at 42 — and marrying for the first time at 45. But what surprised me most wasn’t just the matches. It was how those photos helped me see myself differently — with fresh confidence, new possibility, + a deeper sense of self-worth.

That experience changed everything — and inspired the work I do today.

With 15 years of experience as a natural light photographer — and as an Archipelago Presets ambassador and mentor to photographers nationwide — I specialize in helping real people feel confident, magnetic, and authentically seen on camera.

Today, I’m proud to be ranked the #1 online dating photographer on Google in Minneapolis–St. Paul — and even more proud of the hundreds of clients I’ve worked with since: newly single folks rediscovering themselves, moms stepping back into the frame, men who’ve always hated having their photo taken, and people ready to show up fully after life’s hardest chapters.

Because dating photos aren’t about looking perfect. They’re about being you — and attracting matches who truly resonate with who you are.

I’ll meet you there — with curiosity, kindness, + expert guidance. Together, we’ll create images that reflect not just how you look, but how you feel — and how you want to be seen. And you’ll leave with more than photos — you’ll leave with a renewed reflection of your strength, softness, + soul.

Though Minneapolis–St. Paul is home, my passion for authentic storytelling knows no bounds — and I often travel to capture these moments wherever my clients are.

When you’re ready to be seen, I’ll be here.

If you're a journalist, podcast host, or event curator looking for a grounded voice on visibility, confidence, or modern dating, you can view my Press & Media Kit here.

I spent years as a single mom.

When I finally stepped into the world of online dating in my 40s, I felt it all — the nerves, the hope, the vulnerability of putting yourself out there.

Updating my own dating profile photos led me to meeting my husband on Bumble at 42 — and marrying for the first time at 45.

But what surprised me most wasn’t just the matches.

It was how those photos helped me see myself differently — with fresh confidence, new possibility, and a deeper sense of self-worth.

That experience changed everything — and inspired the work I do today.

I’m a natural light photographer based in the Twin Cities, with 15 years of experience. I’m also an Archipelago Presets ambassador + mentor to photographers nationwide.

I specialize in helping real people feel confident, magnetic, and authentically seen on camera.

Today, I’m proud to be ranked the #1 online dating photographer on Google in Minneapolis–St. Paul — and even more proud of the hundreds of clients I’ve worked with since:

✨ Newly single + rediscovering themselves
✨ Moms stepping back into the frame
✨ Men who’ve always hated having their photo taken
✨ People ready to show up fully after life’s hardest chapters

Because dating photos aren’t about looking perfect.

They’re about being YOU — and attracting matches who truly resonate with who you are.

I’ll meet you there — with curiosity, kindness, and expert guidance.

Together, we’ll create images that reflect not just how you look, but how you feel — and how you want to be seen.

And you’ll leave with more than photos — you’ll leave with a renewed reflection of your strength, softness, and soul.

Though Minneapolis–St. Paul is home, my passion for authentic storytelling knows no bounds — and I often travel to capture these moments wherever my clients are.

When you’re ready to be seen, I’ll be here.

If you're a journalist, podcast host, or event curator looking for a grounded voice on visibility, confidence, or modern dating, you can view my Press & Media Kit here.