YOUR STORY.

Your life is remembered by the stories you tell. You are here. I see you. You matter. Storytelling photography happens in the honest, unscripted moments. It focuses on who you are by patiently recording this season of your abundant life.

STOP POSING.
START LIVING.

Storytelling images are crafted through sometimes daily, other times once-in-a-lifetime events, forever cementing your moments into shared memories.

Let’s tell
stories together.

Life is unpredictable. Life is full of thresholds. Firsts and lasts.
Life makes no promises to look the same tomorrow.

In the moment, it’s easy to ask yourself, how could I ever forget what this feels like?

Except; you will. Memories fade.

BUILDING YOUR
TIME CAPSULE

Along with your storytelling photo session, audio stories will be collected through a series of questions or prompts. Your recorded words will be thread together with photos from your storytelling session to create a legacy for your future self and generations to come.

VALUES DRIVEN PHOTOGRAPHY

OPENNESS, CURIOSITY, COLLABORATION, RESPECT
This is how I approach your story. I am there to document, not direct. I get curious about you, about your lives. I will work damn hard to make sure I tell your story with the love and care it deserves.

INTEGRITY, OPTIMISM, INTUITION, CREATIVITY
I ask you to trust me. I will likely get real close at times, tell my one stupid joke, lay on your floor or ask “is it okay for me to stand on this chair?” all in the pursuit of reflecting back the beauty I see in front of me.

LOYALTY
II fall a little bit in love when we make photos together. I fall in love with the way you connect with those you love, and the smile you make when you forget the camera is there. I fall in love with the skinned knees and the worn teddy bears. I fall in love with your dreams.

FORGIVENESS
This one is for me. This is for the moment when I miss the shot. The one that I saw, but just couldn't get to fast enough. I forgive myself so I can continue to get curious and honor your day.

Kind words

“We’re not a big photoshoot family, but we wanted to memorialize our time as a family of three before welcoming baby number two. Shannon was referred by a friend who assured me she was great with camera-shy folks and nothing would feel forced or posed, and I couldn’t agree more.

Shannon is remarkably gifted. She captured the beauty and wonder we were feeling at a pivotal time, as well as the texture and details we were too busy to fully appreciate. The way our bookshelves were arranged, the toys in the living room, the jammies and slippers - the tiny details that we were too close up to recognize as exquisite – she witnessed and preserved for us.

Years later, these photos can instantly transport me back to that magical, liminal time - and I cherish them all the more.”

-Kristin S.

Is a storytelling session right for me?

  • "I may as well be herding cats."

    If the idea of wrangling your people into fancy outfits on a Saturday morning to drive across town and pose for the camera sounds a little bit like torture, it doesn't have to be that way.

  • "I feel so awkward in front of the camera."

    If smiling on demand leaves you feeling icky, or your natural, heart-filled smile disappears when you hear someone yell “say cheese”, storytelling photography may be for you.

  • "Well, someone had to take the photo."

    If you're always the one behind the camera and you ache to show up in today’s memories. If you value the connections and everyday moments,
    it’s time.

what’s next?

01

Finding the right photographer can be a bit like dating. Are we a match? Before you book your session I will schedule a quick chat with you to discuss your photography needs. What do you want your session to feel like? What do you want to take away from your day?

02

Once you’ve decided that we are a good fit, simply pick a date and time for your photo session and pay the session fee. It’s really that easy!

03

When your session date arrives, I am here to document, not direct. I come to you. We hang out. We get real comfortable in the places and spaces that feel good to you and yours. I just happen to have a camera with me to document the memories you are building today.

04

Four to six weeks after your session, I will deliver your online proofing gallery and walk you through how to select your favorites along with next steps to complete your package. Your online gallery will be available for 30 days.

YOUR STORIED PAST,
YOUR WELL-LIVED
LIFE, YOUR LEGACY
IN PICTURES

  • "As soon as she arrived, we hit it off. Even my teen and ten year old loved her. She has a way of being both invisible and completely present."

    - Tim F

  • “Shannon is an extremely gifted photographer. She is gentle and kind and captures the beauty in everyday moments.”

    Sara F.

  • “Shannon captured the essence of both our engagement and our wedding! She was patient, detailed, and inclusive of us and our day and her photos reflected that."

    Britt and Ellen B.

  • “We have had 4 sessions with Shannon over the last 10 years. Each and every session has produced the most authentic capturing of the realness and beauty of that chapter."

    Kelly R.

  • "Her photos are next level, her prices are reasonable, and her communication is superb. This is the type of photographer I have on speed dial.”

    Adam S

  • “Shannon took our wedding photos and did such an amazing job. The photos were natural and highlighted how special, fun and beautiful the day was.”

    Madeline and Ethan A.

  • "Shannon did an amazing job organizing my large family and captured our event perfectly, all while making both b'nai mitvah kids feel special! The photos were unique, artistic and perfect. very highly recommend!!

    Jen B.