SHANNON O'MALLEY | SHANNON KATHLEEN PHOTOGRAPHY
Hi, I'm Shannon of Shannon Kathleen Photography! I specialize in creating captivating portraits that empower you to embrace your confidence, celebrate your story, and make unforgettable first impressions. As an expert in online dating portraits, I combine photography with self-love and personal growth to help you shine in the dating world or any other stage of life. Through The Heart of Attraction, my exclusive newsletter, I share expert advice on crafting irresistible dating profiles and building genuine connections. Based in the Twin Cities, I also mentor photographers to grow their craft and business. Let’s work together to celebrate your journey and create something amazing!
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A love story worth rooting for ❤️
Hey Reader! If you had told me years ago that a dating app swipe would lead me here, I would have laughed. Back then, I was a single mom, a little guarded, and a lot unsure if love was still in the cards for me. But then came René — a kind, funny, Deaf man whose presence felt like home from day one. Coffee dates turned into blended-family chaos, a wedding pivot, and now… a place in the Quarterfinals of America’s Favorite Couple 2025. We started this competition as just one of over 10,000...
READ POSTI didn’t expect to meet my person at 42—here’s what happened.
Hey Reader! You’ve probably seen me share about the America’s Favorite Couple competition these past few weeks. But what I haven’t done yet is share why this story matters so much to me—beyond the votes and updates. At 42, as a single mom, I cautiously gave Bumble a try. I wasn’t expecting much. I had a good life, a great kid, and zero interest in dating just to fill a space. Then I met Rene. He’s Deaf. I’m hearing.From the very beginning, our communication had to be intentional. It wasn’t...
READ POSTFrom 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...
READ POSTResending: ✨ I'm on the news! | Watch the WCCO feature 🎥
Hi Reader! Big news — I was featured on CBS/WCCO today in a story about the growing demand for online dating photos! The crew came to capture some behind-the-scenes footage of a session with one of my incredible clients this morning, and we talked about the heart behind this work: confidence, visibility, and what it really means to be seen in the dating world today. 📺 Watch the full story here →📝 Read the article → Whether you're dating yourself, know someone who's navigating the apps, or...
READ POST✨ I'm on the news! | Watch the WCCO feature 🎥
Hi Reader! Big news — I was featured on CBS/WCCO today in a story about the growing demand for online dating photos! The crew came to capture some behind-the-scenes footage of a session with one of my incredible clients this morning, and we talked about the heart behind this work: confidence, visibility, and what it really means to be seen in the dating world today. 📺 Watch the full story here →📝 Read the article → Whether you're dating yourself, know someone who's navigating the apps, or...
READ POSTI’m being featured on CBS/WCCO today 🎉
Hey Reader! Just a quick (and exciting!) heads up —CBS/WCCO is featuring me today at 4PM CST in a special segment on online dating photography and how powerful portraits can shift your confidence, your mindset, and the matches you're attracting. They’ll be filming behind-the-scenes footage of a real client session this morning, plus an interview with me and my incredible client, Alecia. 📍If you're in Minnesota, tune in at 4PM CST on WCCO (CBS) to catch it! And yes — I’ll send out a replay...
READ POSTReady for a Website That Actually Works for You? Here’s a Free Month of Showit!
Hey Reader, Let’s be real—your website should be working for you… not against you. If you’ve been feeling frustrated with your current website platform (too rigid, too limiting, too UGH 😩), I have something you need to check out. I’ve been using Showit for my own website, and I absolutely LOVE it. It gives you total creative freedom, an easy drag-and-drop interface, and best of all—you don’t need to know a single line of code. 🙌 And guess what? You can try it FREE for a whole month when you...
READ POSTThinking About a Website Refresh? Try Showit Free for a Month!
Hey Reader, Let’s be real—your website should be working for you… not against you. If you’ve been feeling frustrated with your current website platform (too rigid, too limiting, too UGH 😩), I have something you need to check out. I’ve been using Showit for my own website, and I absolutely LOVE it. It gives you total creative freedom, an easy drag-and-drop interface, and best of all—you don’t need to know a single line of code. 🙌 And guess what? You can try it FREE for a whole month when you...
READ POSTLove Beyond Looks
Love Beyond Looks: Why Non-Visual Cues Still Matter Dating in the digital age often feels like flipping through a catalog. Swipe left, swipe right—judging profiles based on a single photo or the length of a bio. Sure, a killer photo might get you a match, but let’s be honest—lasting connections aren’t built on perfectly angled selfies. That’s where non-visual cues come in. Yep, I’m talking about the things that go beyond looks: tone, energy, vibe, the way someone laughs at your corny jokes...
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