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I'm Shannon — a Twin Cities photographer and former single mom who found confidence (and connection) through updating her dating photos in her 40s.
This blog is for people ready to show up differently — daters, creatives, career-changers, and anyone in a season of visibility. Whether you're stepping into a new chapter or finally ready to be seen clearly — by people and by search — this space is for you.
From dating-app photo strategy and personal branding tips to interviews, confidence-building tools, and now visibility through AI discovery, this is where your story starts showing up.
Confidence-Driven Photography & Visibility Tips for Daters, Creatives + Career Shifts
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Confident dating tips aren’t just about striking a pose or crafting the perfect opener—they’re about owning your worth from swipe to IRL spark. Hi, I’m Shannon O’Malley, a Twin Cities-based dating photographer and founder of Shannon Kathleen Photography. I specialize in helping singles show up with confidence online—because your first impression shouldn’t be a blurry car […]
Confident Dating Tips from Carla Romo: Expert Advice for Breaking Patterns & Finding Real Connection
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Swipe culture moves fast. You have seconds to make someone pause long enough to think, “I’d like to meet them.” A professional online dating photographer does more than snap pictures; they translate who you are (and who you’re becoming) into scroll-stopping images that feel real. What to Expect from The Magnetic Portrait Experience with a Dating App Photographer If […]
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Updated for 2026 by Shannon Kathleen Photography It’s one of the questions I get asked the most — especially by dating profile photography clients here in the Twin Cities: “What are the best dating apps for long-term relationships?” And honestly? It’s a great question — because the online dating world evolves faster than most people realize. What worked three […]
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Knowing how to start dating again after a breakup—or after losing a partner—can feel overwhelming. Whether your relationship ended recently, it’s been years, or you’re grieving a spouse who has passed, stepping back into the dating world takes emotional readiness, self-discovery, and a thoughtful approach. Loss can take many forms, and no two journeys are […]
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Arizona Mini Sessions May Be Over — But the Results Still Speak Volumes Back in March 2025, I packed up my gear, hopped on a flight to Arizona, and offered something special: limited-time mini sessions for dating profiles and professional headshots in the heart of the desert. I met incredible people — some just entering the dating […]
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Looking for an online dating portrait photographer in Arizona? You’re in the right place — and yes, I travel! Although I’m based in Minneapolis/St. Paul, I specialize in online dating portraits that feel effortless, magnetic, and deeply you — and I often travel for sessions. I was in Arizona in March 2025 for a series of dating […]
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