If you have kids under 5 you need to look up the inspiration for my post title… Tom T. Hall (Country Songs for Children) is where it’s at. My clearest memory of being a 3 yr old is standing at the door between the restaurant and the lounge where my step-dad played. If I was peaking through the door he would sing me ‘I Care’… to this day it brings tears to my eyes to hear it. It was one of the first albums that I bought when I had my own kids. Tom is just plain old kid lovey goodness- trust me on this one :) Anyway, Barn Dance (the song the post title came from) kept playing through my head this whole shoot. I got the chance to head over to Pomeroy Farm to play for a bit with these two little amazing girls. (If you’re looking for a family outing, you need to check it out. 1920 working farm that they have kept true to the era… lovely). We petted some goats & an adorable baby calf… talked to the chickens… & pretended we were farm girls for the afternoon :)
Sidenote: if you are in Dallas or know someone in Dallas, read the bottom of this post. I have a little give away for someone!!
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Okay Dallas folks… here it is: I’m giving away a free spot to my Dallas workshop next week. It is an all day get together on June 22nd in Fort Worth TX. You know how they say when life gives you lemons you should make lemonade? Well… this girl is ready for a huge pitcher of it ;) I’ve had one of those weeks… things have been coming from all sides- everyone needs everything right now, things are falling thru, money is going out faster than it is coming in- that kinda week ;) And well… I am a firm believer in we get what we put out… so I am thinking someone is telling me it is time for me to give back a bit. I have been very fortunate year and I definitely needed this week to remind me that paying it forward it what truly makes the world go round. Sooo… do you know someone that is constantly giving? Someone that deserves to have a day for themselves? Someone that never thinks about taking time or money for their own needs? I want to hear about it! Email me at shannon@shannonsewell.com and tell me about them. I would love to tell someone on Sunday that they are joining us Wednesday for a day of fun, conversation, passion talk, shooting & play :) I know this is short notice so please get your thinking caps on fast & throw me a quick email! I’d like to choose someone on Sunday, June 19th…
Michelle Ocampo: Love that you are doing this. What a fabulous opportunity! Hope all goes well in Dallas! (06.17.2011 05:02am)
Rose: These remind me so bad about me and my best friend when we were their age. Such a sweet reminder that is. :) And your projects and ideas are amazing. Very touched with your words, we should all count our blessings and thank God and families for every single moment we are given. (06.17.2011 06:29am)
Robyn: These images are just so beautiful. Wish I was even remotely close tp Dallas so I could go to your workshop. Sydney, Australia is a bit far away to travel to you :) Hope it goes well. (06.17.2011 10:48am)
Kara Layfield: Gorgeous session...your dd is just so lovely! That piggy tail shot is killing me!! Wish I lived closer to Dallas for sure! (06.17.2011 12:54pm)
Kristin Cook: Love these! I felt like I was taken back in time a bit :) So sad I will miss you next week!!! ...next time. (06.17.2011 01:44pm)
Marci Yochum: wow..you never cease to amaze me. Love it! (06.17.2011 02:11pm)
Kathy Carlisle: This is me sobbing! I can't get it together:( They are so old...so beautiful..so amazing. I feel so blessed that you did this shoot that is going to be treasured FOREVER. I am really having a moment here and I don't think I am going to be able to snap my fingers to get out of it. Thank you for capturing our girls with so much love and adoration. You are absolutely amazing and I love you!!! (06.17.2011 06:15pm)
Becky: You are such a lovely person! Talented beyond measure and kind beyond mesaure too!! (06.17.2011 06:51pm)
zalaine: Your genius goes beyond color to my favorite, b&w. What a way to capture what is so natural. The girls are beyond fab, and you, my friend are just too cha cha! Thanks for sharing, a new SS post makes me smile BIG! (06.17.2011 07:52pm)
Gina P.: Canno't wait to see what you pull out of your hat for Fort Worth. I live in cow town....and would love to come to one of your workshops! Such an inspiration you are Shannon :) (06.17.2011 08:22pm)
Mandy: I lived in the friendly DFW metropolis three years ago and made many dear friends, so it was difficult to single one friend out, but I have thought of just the girl for you, as long as she could bring her recently born infant with her. She is the mother of four children, two busy boys, one vivacious daughter, and her newborn son. She is just a ray of sunshine wherever she goes and is always giving, lifting, serving. She definitely doesn't take much time for herself, and is so deserving of a gesture like this. Her Name is Chris and she lives in N. Rich land Hills not far from Fort Worth...hope you select her for this rare treat! (06.18.2011 01:55am)
vanessa warren: a] sooo sorry you've had a rough week. b] all will be better soon when you're here in DALLAS hanging out with ME. c] this shoot is KILLER. love it so very much. beautiful girls ... beautiful images. xo (06.18.2011 03:22am)
Nancy k: Amazing pics, as usual! Your b&w tones are always stunning!!! (06.18.2011 04:57am)
elizabeth pellette: LOVE love love these Shannon.. wow.. so cool where does one find old milk bottles? (06.19.2011 10:25pm)
kristin eldridge photography: love this post! I grew up in Montana, so I have a soft spot for farms. Too bad I'm doing my job in the heart of LA...no farms to shoot at! Your black and white contrast is perfection! (06.20.2011 01:26am)
Trudy: so lovely, Shannon -all of them! I'm particularly in love with the wide angle view of the little girl, standing in the doorway of the hay loft...beautiful! And the pig's tail =) (06.20.2011 03:58am)
Paige Anderson: It's amazing, even the farm animals pose for you!!! =) (06.20.2011 05:29pm)
Kara Wieler: Oh my gosh! Could this be more perfect?!?!? LOVE! (06.21.2011 03:02am)
Lesley: Hope things have turned around for you! Love the editing on these photos as well, perfect for the location! :) (06.21.2011 11:28am)
Joan: Amazing, Shanon. We love you. (06.21.2011 05:15pm)
Heather F: Beautiful work as always! I cant wait to see what you come up with during your Ft Worth shoot, looks like a missed a giveaway...bummer. I would have loved to see you work your magic in person...your shots in full sun are killing me...I need the know how on those LOL (06.22.2011 01:13am)
stacey: Love these gorgeous photos of such beautiful girls and a lovely location! I am always so inspired by your work Shannon! I would love to know where to find the clothing shown in this shoot as my two girls are just about grown out of the "boutique" clothing sizes that are available. (06.22.2011 10:40pm)
Jennifer Sparaco: You kill me!!! Everytime...you just knock me right over! (06.24.2011 08:02pm)
Renee Waters: I love this set!! :) I really adore the milk bubble pictures!! (06.26.2011 08:47pm)
Jennifer Beitchman: Love this whole shoot and love that the whole post is in b/w! Such moodiness! (06.27.2011 04:21pm)
Shayna Shipley: I love this series in all B&W. awesomeness. (06.28.2011 12:42am)
cindy: Kathy: I can only imagine how much you cried when you saw these. Shannon: Pure magic. K+S: You're raising such BEAUTIFUL little ladies - WOW!!!!!!!!! (06.30.2011 06:02am)
Alicia Crispell: I love love love your work! (07.14.2011 09:30pm)
Janee: I really need to check your blog daily..I have missed a ton. And wow..that is so crazy cool that you did this..way to go :) (08.16.2011 11:10pm)
evelyn: how cute! love it :) (08.20.2011 07:11pm)