From Bumble to now... (and a little favor)


Hey friend!

This isn’t my usual “photo tips and stories” kind of email—but it is a love story worth sharing.

My husband Rene and I entered a national contest called America’s Favorite Couple (I know…adorable and a little nerve-wracking). 💛

It’s a celebration of couples who found real, lasting love—and if you know my story, you know how much this means to me. From years of single motherhood to meeting Rene on Bumble at 42, this journey has been anything but ordinary.

If you’ve ever rooted for someone who thought their best chapters were behind them—this vote’s for that. ✨

👉 You can vote for us once a day (completely free!) right here:
https://americasfavcouple.org/2025/shannon-and-rene

Want to help us win? Here’s how:
✔️ Cast your free daily vote (takes seconds!)
✔️ Share the link with friends who love a good story
✔️ Set a reminder so you don’t forget to vote each day

No pressure—just huge thanks for being part of my village. Whether you’ve booked a session, shared my work, or cheered from afar, you’re part of what made this love story possible.

Thanks for supporting the love behind the lens—and behind this life. 🥹

P.S. I’ll be back soon with more photography content. Just couldn’t not share this sweet part of my life.

With heart,

Shannon O’Malley

Twin Cities Online Dating + Portrait Photographer

Emery Village, Champlin, MN 55316
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SHANNON O'MALLEY | SHANNON KATHLEEN PHOTOGRAPHY

Hi, I’m Shannon of Shannon Kathleen Photography — a portrait confidence coach and photographer helping real people show up authentically, whether they’re dating, rebranding, or rediscovering themselves. I specialize in online dating portraits that blend psychology, natural light, and storytelling — helping you attract real connection (not just clicks). Get my free Self-Love Workbook + Affirmations Audio to start showing up with confidence — in photos and in life. Based in the Twin Cities | Relocating to Dallas in 2026. Photographer or creative? Check out my AI Discovery Checklist to help your brand get found online.

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