Enhance your school’s photo experience with Shannon Kathleen Photography — your go-to school portrait photographer in Minneapolis, St. Paul, and the Twin Cities. I specialize in customized sessions for schools, homeschool groups, and co-ops, capturing each child’s authentic personality in portraits families will truly cherish.
Because Picture Day Shouldn’t Feel Like an Assembly Line
Modern school photography
Not Your Typical School Photos
Five star review
"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."
Year after year, Shannon delivers beautiful portraits
-Rosalee | Homeschool Mom
Most school photos? Quick, impersonal, and over in 10 seconds. Kids barely get to relax before the shutter clicks — leaving parents with photos that feel stiff and forgettable.
Unlike large corporate services, I focus on a relaxed, personalized approach. No forced smiles. No rushed “next in line” energy. Every student gets the time and guidance they need to feel comfortable — so their portraits reflect who they really are.
From organized scheduling to professional editing, I make school photos stress-free for administrators, easy for parents, and memorable for families.
When You Can Have Extraordinary?
Why Settle for Ordinary
From stiff smiles → to real personality.
Not cookie-cutter. Not rushed.
Just kids, as they are.
See the Difference
cookie-cutter smiles
0
online ordering made easy
100%
years behind the camera
15+
students photographed
1000s
Dedicated Photographer
Sibling & Group Options
High-Quality School Portraits
Tailored Picture Day Experience
Convenient Online Ordering
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.
Yes! Families can purchase high-resolution digital files of their child’s school portraits. Each image is fully edited and ready for printing, sharing online, or archiving for the future. My easy online system makes it simple to choose prints, packages, or digital downloads.
Do school photographers offer digital images?
I adapt to each school’s needs. Indoors, I use natural light and simple backdrops (no harsh studio lights). Outdoors, I take advantage of natural settings for a bright, relaxed feel.
Are photos taken indoors or outdoors?
I provide modern school portrait photography for schools, co-ops, and homeschool groups in Minneapolis, St. Paul, and the Twin Cities. Each child receives 2–5 professionally edited images in both color and black-and-white, with families choosing their favorites for printing—no pre-selected poses. Services include boutique products, digital downloads, yearbook-ready PSPA files, staff/class photos, and direct parent support for ordering.
What services do you offer?
Frequently asked questions
Online ordering is available, with delivery typically within 2–3 weeks after photo day.
When will I receive my child’s photos?
Yes! I have years of experience working with children in school programs, as a Certified Medical Assistant in pediatrics, and as a homeschool mom myself. My sessions are designed to be fun and stress-free, helping kids feel comfortable and show their true personalities.
Do you have experience working with children?
Booking with Shannon Kathleen Photography is simple. Contact me via my website to discuss your school’s needs. I’ll help plan a convenient photo day, provide order materials, and deliver an easy experience from start to finish. I currently serve schools throughout Minneapolis, St. Paul, and the Twin Cities.
How do I book a school photographer in Minneapolis or St. Paul?
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xo Shannon
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