I had to skip last month’s “What ____ Looks Like”… I’ve moved twice in the last month, worked on some amazing projects (can’t wait to share in the next month or so!) and have been trying to start the branding revamp process- whew! Needless to say, when I had a free day I wasted no time in taking a little road trip to unwind. I was hoping for a snowy get away but instead met beautiful (and cold) blue skies with a side trip to the mountain. There really is nothing quite like the mountain air (okay, maybe beach air… which you will most likely see from me as well) ;)
and head over to Stacey Woods | Clearwater Lifestyle Photographer to start the amazing “What ____ Looks Like” circle (so much goodness… yay!!)
Stacey Woods: Shannon! Oh what a treat. These make me *almost* want to leave the beach and head to the mountains! The image of your daughter leaning against the fence with the wind in her hair has me enamored. I love how the twisting tree branches lend so much movement and lead my eye up the stream in the last photograph. I'm delighted that you've joined us! (03.04.2013 07:37am)
Kathy: I love Bend....however, definitely a place to visit, not to stay there!! (03.04.2013 09:31am)
andrea: there really is nothing like mountain air. these are incredible shannon -- makes me want to pack up and head there right now. that shot of your daughter, through the rocks with her hood up, amazing. looking forward to seeing what the rest of the year has in store for your family. xo. (03.04.2013 10:26am)
Wendy VonSosen: That first shot is amazing! What a beautiful getaway after such a busy time. I love that shot of your son framed by the rock. Beautiful month! (03.04.2013 10:47am)
amy grace: oh wow. that first photo feels like a portrait and a landscape at once. amazing atmosphere, space, light, and the trees almost have a voice...i love this terrain, the peace it radiates, the colors and textures and warmth amidst the cold of the wind. your compositions are just outstanding. i most love the wonderful framing of those rocks with your kids, and that golden light against their faces. i am so glad you got a taste of freedom, and i hope you can keep it close when things get (stay) busy :) xo (03.04.2013 10:55am)
Tara S.: Hi, Shannon! I was curious where you were when I saw some IG photos from your trip :) Now I know! Bend is beautiful! (03.04.2013 01:47pm)
Kara May: Oh these are beautiful! Love your take on the beauty of nature in Bend. You've moved twice? You're a busy momma!! Moving is hard. I'm so glad you posted this month. Such a treat to see your work! (03.04.2013 04:31pm)
Roxana: So beautiful! Love the "fresh air" captured in these photos, you can almost feel it. Your kids are amazing models as always. I am glad you enjoyed this little time in the mountains. Gosh, I miss the mountains! (03.05.2013 12:02am)
Lindsey Bergstrom: what a beautiful place...and that first image is amazing. So glad you are in our circle. I have to say like Stacey W...that image of your daughter leaning against the fence with her hair..is gorgeous. (03.05.2013 08:44pm)
Tania: These are so pretty! There is something so wistful in them - to me anyway :).... (03.07.2013 06:55pm)
jules: is this bend in oregon? I've spent many summers at black butte but this makes me want to visit in winter. I love the framing and the gorgeous perspective you used throughout this set of images. so much beauty! (03.10.2013 10:03am)
Summer Murdock: Wow, pretty gorgeous. Love the shots of your kids framed through the rocks and the one of your daughter against the fence with the wind blown hair. Stunning. (03.22.2013 09:13pm)