Portrait Sessions

Dive into the exhilarating world of artistic expression as I recount my recent Art Showcase Experience at The Pourhouse in downtown Minneapolis. Just this month, I had the incredible opportunity to unveil my work to the public, a goal that I had set for myself in 2019. The anticipation and excitement leading up to the […]

Exciting News!! Hello everyone!! I have been hand-selected by RAW Artists Minneapolis to show my work at their next highly anticipated artist showcase “ARISE“, but I need your help! The event will be held at THE POURHOUSE, Aug 7th, 2019 from 7:00PM-11:00PM. The event is 18+ and all guests need a valid ID. There is […]

I decided to open up my creative photography business to fellow Homeschoolers for homeschool portraits because I knew it would be rewarding… and it’s been much more fulfilling than I ever thought it would be! ☺️ In the vibrant world of homeschooling, every lesson learned, every milestone achieved, and every shared moment contributes to a […]

SHOOT AND SHARE 2019 This past January (with a ton of hesitation) I entered The Shoot & Share photo contest for the 3rd year in a row. The Shoot & Share Photo Contest is the world’s only free & fair photo contest. You can enter up to 50 photos in 25 categories. Anyone can enter […]

Mastering Lensbaby photography techniques unlocks a new realm of creative possibilities for photographers. These innovative lenses are designed to transform ordinary shots into stunning works of art, featuring dreamy blurs, tilt-shift effects, and magical bokeh. Whether you’re capturing portraits, landscapes, or close-ups, Lensbaby photography allows you to express your artistic vision like never before. In this blog, […]

SHOOT & SHARE 2018 This past January I entered a photo contest for the 2nd year in a row. This contest is called the Shoot & Share Photo Contest. It is 100% free to enter and you can submit up to 50 images into 25 different categories.  This year approximately 413,000 images were submitted from […]

by: Shannon Kathleen Photography The Prism Effect changed how I see photography — and how I see myself. If you’ve ever felt boxed in creatively, stuck following all the “rules,” or unsure how to show up in your work, The Prism Effect is your permission slip to break free. This blog dives into how using Fractal Filter Prisms helped me […]

How about a Mother’s day/Mom & Me photo session at Glam Doll Donuts?!?! Perfect time to get some photos with your kids! OR get the grandparents with the kids! I recently visited Glam Doll Donuts in NE Minneapolis and that place is AMAZING! What a perfect place to take the kids to get the best […]

PHOTOGRAPHY LESSON: DAY 2 WITH MY SON by: Shannon Kathleen Photography Today marked the 2nd day of Art Class, Homeschooling Style.  This student of mine is incredibly eager to learn!!  This eagerness of his is more soul filling than I could ever imagine! We hopped in the car with our cameras and drove down to […]

BOUTIQUE WEDDING ELOPEMENT PASSION . ELEGANCE . CREATIVITY WHY HAVE AN ELOPEMENT? It’s not uncommon for weddings to take on a life of their own, morphing into something bigger, more stressful, and more expensive than you ever imagined, or particularly wanted! Not to mention the endless (well meaning) advice, expectations, and pressure from friends and […]

A COLLABORATIVE LIFESTYLE PHOTO SHOOT BY SHANNON KATHLEEN PHOTOGRAPHY FEATURING mary.so.contrary 3 weeks ago I received a private message on Instagram from a model beauty named Mary asking me if I was available that day for a collaborative lifestyle photo session. She just happened to be in the area visiting from Arizona.  I inquired with […]

Dear upcoming graduates: As you prepare to launch into a new world of independence after high school, I want you to know that no matter your circumstances in life – where you live, the family you were born into, what happened to you as a young child that was beyond your control – NOW is […]