Minneapolis • St. Paul • Twin Cities (through Spring 2026)
Expanding to Dallas–Fort Worth in June 2026
School Photography • Homeschool Portraits • Co-op Groups
At Shannon Kathleen Photography, every portrait is designed to feel genuine, easy, and true to the moment.
I specialize in creating natural, personality-filled portraits for schools, homeschool families, and co-ops throughout the Twin Cities — and soon, the Dallas–Fort Worth area. Whether I’m working with a classroom full of kids or a small homeschool group, my approach is always the same: keep it relaxed, keep it real, and make every child feel confident in front of the camera.
Because when kids feel comfortable, they shine — and that’s what creates the portraits families actually love hanging on the wall.
"We have used Shannon's services for several years now because she is both amazingly talented and also a really good person. Her warmth and love of others shows through in her appointments and in her pictures. I feel fortunate to have found her."
-Rosalee | Homeschool Mom
Families across Minneapolis, St. Paul — and soon, Dallas–Fort Worth — love how natural and stress-free our photo days feel.
Most school photos? Quick, impersonal, and over in ten seconds. Kids barely get to breathe before the shutter clicks — leaving parents with stiff, forgettable images.
At Shannon Kathleen Photography, I take a different approach. Every portrait is personalized, relaxed, and designed to let your child’s real personality shine. No forced smiles. No assembly-line energy. Just genuine connection, warm light, and real expression.
After photographing thousands of students across Minneapolis–St. Paul, I’m excited to bring this same heartfelt, non-cookie-cutter approach to Dallas–Fort Worth in 2026. Whether it’s a classroom, homeschool group, or co-op, photo day becomes a moment your families actually enjoy — and images they truly cherish.
From stiff smiles → to real personality.
Not cookie-cutter. Not rushed.
Just kids, as they are.
Natural, timeless school portraits—no forced smiles or stiff poses.
A smooth, flexible process customized for your school’s needs.
Secure proofing with multiple poses and digital package options.
Attentive, expert photography with a personal touch.
Cherished moments with flexible sibling and group options.
Both! I use natural light and simple backdrops indoors (no harsh flashes or studio lights), or we can photograph outdoors using Texas’ beautiful light and greenery. Most schools prefer clean, professional backdrops; most homeschool groups love natural outdoor portraits with warmth and personality.
I provide modern, natural-light school portrait photography for schools, co-ops, and homeschool groups in the Dallas–Fort Worth metro area (opening Summer 2026). Each student receives 2–5 professionally edited images in both color and black-and-white, with families choosing their favorites—no pre-selected poses.
Services include boutique prints, digital downloads, sibling photos, yearbook-ready PSPA files, and direct parent support for ordering. I also serve schools and homeschool groups in Minneapolis–St. Paul until my Dallas relocation is complete.
Online galleries are typically available within 1 week after picture day. Families will receive an email notification when images are ready, and all ordering is done online for convenience.
Yes! I’ve spent over 15 years photographing children in schools, co-ops, and homeschool settings. My background in pediatrics and my experience as a homeschool mom help me connect with kids naturally, keeping sessions fun and stress-free.
Every portrait session is calm, efficient, and designed to help each child feel confident and comfortable in front of the camera.
Booking is simple!
If you’re a school administrator, co-op leader, or homeschool organizer in the Dallas area, join the early access list to reserve your spot when scheduling opens in 2026. I’ll walk you through every step—from planning and scheduling to photo day coordination and family ordering.
➡️ Join the Dallas Waitlist to be first in line for booking updates.
Absolutely! Homeschool groups and co-ops are some of my favorite sessions to photograph. I offer flexible scheduling, sibling portraits, and personalized service for homeschool communities throughout Dallas, Fort Worth, Plano, Frisco, and surrounding areas.
Whether you’re a school administrator, homeschool organizer, or co-op leader in the Dallas–Fort Worth area, you probably have a few questions about how picture day works with Shannon Kathleen Photography. My goal is to make the entire process effortless — from scheduling and setup to family ordering and delivery.
Below you’ll find answers to some of the most common questions about school, co-op, and homeschool photography in Dallas, Fort Worth, Plano, and surrounding suburbs — plus a few helpful details if you’re part of my Minnesota community while I finish the move to Texas.
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