Music. It takes me up. down. in. out. Brings smiles… tears. My days-memories-thoughts.. they all have soundtracks. And there are artists that stop me in my tracks. Their lyrics & sounds are so vivid and full of emotion that I can actually feel their story in my heart. Amy Seeley would be one of those artists. I’ve watched her perform countless times. Sat with her over drinks.. laughed & cried over life. And still.. when I hear her music come out of my speakers, I am in awe. So when I opened my mailbox the other day and there was a beautiful little package with a handwritten note and wrapped up in a lovely bow, my heart skipped a beat. Her latest ‘eight belles’ were there. In all their loveliness.. and, lucky you, all you have to do is click here & they can be yours ;) Enjoy…
Okay… I am getting SO spoiled with my mentoring sessions. I seriously get the coolest people ever coming to me and I get to make a new friend, hang out all day playing, chatting.. I feel like it is cheating ;) I mean, I shouldn’t have this much fun working right?? Paula came all the way down from Canada (check her out here) and we totally hit it off. I’m trying to convince her she needs to come back to Portland (so much more shopping to do dear!) or maybe I will just have to venture up North..
We got a cute little model to play with for the shoot section of our day.. dressed her up, made her do crazy things & we ended up with this… ;)
Ellie: Thank you Shannon. They turned out so good! :) Your such an awesome friend and photographer! :) Your amazing! :)) (11.19.2008 06:49am)
Carin: WOW! Your stylizing is amazing...the emotion in personality you bring out of people is phenomenal! I could learn SOOOOO much from you! (11.19.2008 07:12am)
Paula: YOU ROCKED IT.....in those rainy day shoes;~) I had the most amazing time and learned so much. If anyone is thinking of doing a mentoring session with Shannon JUST DO IT! Can't wait until our paths cross again. Paula (11.19.2008 07:50am)
sarah rhoads: this is so totally cute Shan! I love the one mid way through the set where she is flinging her hair. ugh. to die for. (11.19.2008 08:25am)
Kate Lee: Ellie is the cutest election girl. the black and white picture where her hair is spinning is my favorite. i like the striped hair pieces. :) (11.19.2008 09:26am)
Sara Montour: So great! And I totally agree with Sarah, the B&W hair-flipping one is awesome! (11.19.2008 09:27am)
Christopher: love all the pics. Elle is a beautiful young lady and your photos have some fun personality in them. :-) (11.19.2008 10:14am)
cindy: are you for real? the boom box is completely rad and made this already kick butt shoot that much better! i was craving a new shannon shoot today....thanks for the eye candy! (11.19.2008 10:49am)
Kara: This is my first time to your blog, and, um, I {heart} your work and your style! LOVE it! You are the newest addition to my "Photographers Blogs I Love" list on my blog! :) Thanks for inspiring! (11.19.2008 12:03pm)
stephanie mcbride: Gosh, where have i been.....you have some fabulous stuff going on. wow. this was a great session! loved every single one. and those kiddos down below, you never cease to amaze me. always an inspiration. (11.19.2008 12:05pm)
rachel brooke: These shots are very funky and fun. Her hair rocks! (11.19.2008 01:26pm)
Reed: Oh my god ellie I'm speechless this is just amazing! you are frick'n stunning! (11.19.2008 01:41pm)
Lauren Patterson: Ellie you look GORGEOUS! You could be a model. Your so cute, i miss you! <3 (11.19.2008 03:48pm)
Alli Gates: wow, these pictues are amazing. Your a outstanding photographer. Ellie's my best friend and has always been really good in front of the camera :) oh! and she is always talking about how great you are :) hope to meet you soon. (11.19.2008 05:14pm)
Kathy Carlisle: I am in awe. That's just fun to say about a friend. I am in awe of your talent....You have a HUGE Talent;) I just called Vogue and showed then this shoot and they want to hire you for life. They said that you should never do another shoot unless you stylize, conceptualize, and then the world shall recognize! Just as killer as I thought it would be....that bike is really too much! Skank on you Skankster! (11.19.2008 06:03pm)
michelle: Wow, love these. (11.20.2008 07:20am)
elizabeth: Love these Shannon.. just fantastic (11.20.2008 11:52am)
Jenifer Johnston: Oh my gosh. How cool are these. Awesome, awesome, awesome! (11.20.2008 12:32pm)
Deedra Everett: Absolutely beautiful pictures of my little sis-in-law! She's so grown up now! (11.20.2008 08:40pm)
Vicki: Ellie you are absolutely the cutest thing I have ever seen!!!! And the artistic work in the pics is stunning. Shannon does such beautiful work, and you look to be having so much fun!! (11.20.2008 11:21pm)
Willow: g.f.- i love to look at your images and be inspired. stop. (no, dont stop like that, stop as in a telegram, kicking it old skool like some of those colors, love it!!!!) its amazing that i know you and love you and get to enjoy you :) from afar right now but i will be in your bubble soon! the order stack is getting smaller by the day! :) fave is centered hair flip-emotion-love those colors in her funky do... W (11.21.2008 02:53am)
Kelly and Shawn: OMG Ellie you are so flipin hot in those pics. I am lovin the hair. Rock out little sis we love ya and miss you :) (11.24.2008 08:08pm)
Shannon Sewell the blog » Blog Archive » ‘too blind to see, but in the end you know it’s gonna be me’: [...] known this young man for a few years now and, I gotta say, I pretty much adore he and his sister in front of my camera. They let me do whatever I want.. dress ‘em, pose ‘em, even [...] (05.25.2009 04:57pm)
hmmm… another one of my favorite artists. And me? I get to photograph them. Sometimes I feel like I must be tricking someone, fooling them… I mean, I get to not only meet these phenomenal people, but photograph them as well? How did I get so lucky?? I was visiting Jason the other night and he was talking about what he puts into his music- the soul, the heart, the feelings, every bit of himself he can and then more… and you feel it. In their presence, these musicians just give off a vibe of inspiration, heart, passion… everything the world needs more of. Being given the opportunity to try and capture that on film, well I don’t think I could ask for more.
And Valeri. She is beauty (obviously on the outside ; ) but on the inside it overflows. Her music pulls at my heart. I could listen to her on repeat for days. I got about 5 minutes to steal her away at her last show to grab a couple of headshots. Just enought to tide me over until we can do a full shoot ;) Click her link, buy her music, feel it, enjoy…
kristin cook: These are great shots! I feel like I know her personality just through your pictures. Super!!! (07.18.2008 07:02pm)
Kathy Carlisle: I knew you were going to get your hands on that killer tattoo! These are just beautiful of Valeri and you captured her beautiful spirit perfectly. I love the third shot that really grabs her eye color (that is like no other that I have ever seen). I can't wait to see what you guys come up with for a full shoot one day. K (07.18.2008 08:37pm)
wrecklessgirl: um, (and here's the part where i don't even talk about the blog post, but mention something in our personal lives like how you've texted me at least a few times in the last week or two and i haven't gotten back to you, and i'm so so sorry. that sucks. why would i not? i dunno, there was just stuff going on or i was at the movies, or driving, etc. but i miss you like crazy and i hope you forgive me) dude, the last shot just blows me away. gorgeous. she's such a perty girl, and i love her new perty birdie tattoo. :) gorgeous shots. (07.18.2008 11:03pm)
stephanie mcbride: wow!!!! those eyes, those colors, that smile, can't wait to check her out! (07.19.2008 07:29am)
Jamie Sampson: really beautiful, you can really feel who she is through these photos. You always capture who a person really is on the inside and out. You are amazingly talented! I am impressed yet again! (07.19.2008 07:56am)
cindy cieluch: love them all...but the last set is my fave. :) the angle against that green wall is perfecto too. (07.19.2008 09:27pm)
elizabeth: awesome.. she is gorgeous.. wonderful images (07.24.2008 05:39pm)
Kathy Carlisle: SHUT UP SHUT UP....SHUT THE FRONT DOOR! I am weak in the knees right now. Who does your styling...hair...make-up. ROCKSTAR. We are definitely going to have to take our girls to Europe for Senior shots at this point! k (07.03.2008 02:37pm)
josh solar: That girl is sooooo frekin' adorable it's not even funny. Awesome clothes, too. And of course, your pics rock! (07.03.2008 03:39pm)
wrecklessgirl: oh.my.freaking.a. wow. i'm also just...floored. these are GORGEOUS. they move me. (they obviously moved her too!) i don't know what the heck you're doing to get these kind of shots, but holy creepinoli's. wow. shannon. (07.03.2008 04:45pm)
Michelle: Oh my goodness! These are AMAZING!!!!!!!! LOVE THEM! They couldn't be better. (07.03.2008 06:00pm)
robyn: OMG. These took my breath away. I have been lurking on your blog for ages and i love your work. BUT THESE TAKE THE CAKE. Awesome, awesome, awesome.... (07.03.2008 08:09pm)
Shyla: Um. there are simply NO WORDS. Ill come back later once I stop drooling and can conjure up a decent comment that illustrates how awesome you are (07.03.2008 10:14pm)
Melissa Nash: Are you kidding me?? LOVE LOVE THIS shoot!! Our Hula Mula fall line looks very similar, we are totally doing B&W knee highs, wrist bands, a black cord mini skirt, and a lil hot pink and a lil grey! Seriously, you were in my mind when you styled this shoot!! I am so excited to have you shoot our line!! And we will totally have your daughter and Lily rock it! (07.03.2008 11:51pm)
Hélène: Gorgeous ! She's lovely and I love her socks. Great pictures of course. (07.04.2008 12:23am)
pen: {wow} this set of images are AWESOME. i absolutely adore your style. such an inspiration. (07.04.2008 12:45am)
elizabeth: Shannon... These are fantastic..she is adorable (07.04.2008 12:01pm)
janice: again with the styling!! come on! you mentioned this shoot when i saw you the other day, but my goodness girl...you always undersell yourself. lovin' this. she's sooooo cute. --janice (07.04.2008 12:23pm)
Krystal McGee: Ok Shannon, I usually tell you exactly which one is my favorites, but I can't this time. These are absolutely fabulous and simply WOW. You have such skills in creating these pictures! Regards from Oz (07.04.2008 03:35pm)
Sara Blanco: These are AMAZING! I absolutely LOVE your work!!!! (07.05.2008 07:47am)
Sara: AMAZING (07.05.2008 09:56am)
Willow: those are just stoo-pid stinkin cute!!!!!!! why dont i have a pink background? and why dont i have a fun silly cute little girl like that? i need to go borrow one :) love the hair...and of course those beautiful eyes... (07.05.2008 10:05am)
TJ: :) (07.05.2008 12:03pm)
stephanie mcbride: wow! that close up of those eyes are insanely gorgeous! the entire shoot...wow! (07.06.2008 02:36pm)
Charity: oh my goodness ! I love it! The shots the cloths everything! (07.06.2008 02:59pm)
kristin cook: these are awesome!...and what magazine will these be in??!? (07.06.2008 09:31pm)
corey civetta: These are SO fun! Love them all! (07.07.2008 06:00am)
Jenifer: So I have come to look at these every day since you posted them I think. They are so stinkin cool and awesome and cute and everything they should be. I couldn't possibly pick a favorite as I love ALL of them. (07.07.2008 03:58pm)
Brandy: Love, love, love! Such awesome style! (07.07.2008 05:11pm)
Jess: Oh my these are completly to die for. I have got to do something like this for my daughter she wants to be a Rockstar when she grows up. (07.07.2008 10:30pm)
Amy Hall: Yo lady! I just stumbled across your blog from Carlizzies blog! LOVE LOVE LOVE This shoot....honestly, can your daughter be any more amazing and alive? Your pics are inspiring! Hope you are enjoying your summer! (07.08.2008 01:36pm)
brooke drellos: You rock, Shannon!! As always....everything about all of them is captivating and fun! Workshop...?? Sign me up...:) (07.09.2008 06:52am)
cindy cieluch: so good it's I-N-S-A-N-E. please sign this girl up for GAP. these photos need to be displayed somewhere!!! (07.09.2008 09:12am)
nicole green: SO cute! i can't even pic a favorite. :) her outfits are way too adorable! (07.09.2008 12:42pm)
amber: REALLY!? could these be any better?? but i think that has been made obvious (: i am curious about what action set you use though? i really like the processing on these...among the long list of other things that make them amazing! (07.10.2008 09:43am)
MIssy: Absolutely AMAZING. You are totally an inspiration :-) (07.10.2008 01:32pm)
Lucky Red Hen: AYKM?!? Perfection. (07.13.2008 11:27am)
patrice: Another fun shoot - it's all about girl power. You really ROCKED this one. Patrice (07.13.2008 04:48pm)
~abi~: completely, amazingly GORGEOUS!!! i <3 every single image!!! ps can i borrow some style from your girl here? :) (07.21.2008 11:00am)
this girl. this girl has been a blessing. a gift. a teacher. a friend. a beautiful heart and eyes that have allowed me to see the world in only a way the heart can see it.
She has been exhaustingly, passionately creating her new album these past few months. And, in order to bring it to all of you, she needed a few images. I got to the be the lucky girl that took them ;)
Keep an eye on her myspace page (designed by our very own wreckless girl) for the new songs, release dates and all the other goodies she has in store for you.
and now our beloved amy seeley…
Michelle Moore: mmmm....lovely! LOVE the 2nd image, and the set of 3 images of Amy under the overpass...and the 3 images of the type-writer....beautiful! what a treat to shoot miss Amy!! xoxo (05.30.2008 12:00am)
lroah: I was just about to go to bed when I saw your post on my google reader....oh, Amy is so beautiful. You really captured her spirit. :) (05.30.2008 12:51am)
susan yee: Oh, I love them all, Shannon! Amy is stunning as always. Love the typewriter and camera & the blue dress. Miss you guys!! (05.30.2008 03:10am)
Jamie Sampson: these are great! I love the typewriter ones. Theses images are perfect for an album, pretty but edgy, an excellent combo just like a big mac and fries, if you eat meat! :) I also love the polaroids on the ground. Excellent job as usual! (05.30.2008 07:04am)
corey civetta: These are AMAZING! I love them all! I didn't realize who it was at first but I love Amy's music! How cool! (05.30.2008 07:21am)
~abi~: stunning! these images are as hauntingly beautiful as her voice! (05.30.2008 07:34am)
Kara May: Oh I L*O*V*E Amy Seeley!! Her music does amazing things to my soul...amazing artist. Your work is a compliment to her amazing talent. (05.30.2008 09:39am)
Kathy Carlisle: This is what I know...Amy is incredible, stunning, full of life, and she paints pictures in my mind that are breathtaking. There is no one else that could live up to what I know about her with photographs, besides you. These took my breathe away and they make me crave more. The story told here is one that will draw the world in and then they will be captivated by her music. Jolly good show:) K (05.30.2008 10:02am)
Jenifer Johnston: wow. just wow. Nothing short amazing on these. The coral flower, the typewriter...wow. Amazing work as always. And I am so glad you turned me on to miss Amy. Her music is beautiful and has been filling my house and car for a while now. So thank you. (05.30.2008 12:52pm)
stephanie mcbride: sweet! i love new posts! Stunning. that one of her in the wrap is gorgeous and LOVE the blue dress shoot, all of them are amazing and hey talk about a head of hair....so jealous! i must have missed that line in heaven when they were handing out thick wavy hair. dang it. great job as usual Shannon. :) how about a workshop girl? (05.30.2008 01:44pm)
Vanessa Lee: Amazing! How will she ever pick between them?!!! (05.30.2008 08:57pm)
Josh Solar: The ones with the Polaroids are my favorite, but they are all amazing. Amy has such a wonderful voice, it's only a matter of time before she's huge! (05.30.2008 10:27pm)
Charity: These are awesome! How can you not enjoy Amy and then to add these beautiful images....love it! Can't wait to hear Amy on June 12th. ;) (05.31.2008 08:37am)
Jennifer Dunham Starr: Just stunning Shannon. You can feel Amy's emotion through your images. I can't even tell you which on is my favorite, as I have too many! (05.31.2008 07:58pm)
Krystal McGee: There are so many favorites with this shoot, I love almost all of them. I especially love the last one because of the bridge and how the lines make you follow the picture top to bottom. Gorgeous as always:) Krystal (06.01.2008 04:49am)
Casey Warren: Shannon, To put it simply. This shoot rocks. I love the Polaroids, love the vintage typewriter, and LOVE LOVE LOVE the editing. Its all connected. The exposure looks like Polaroid, the Post Processing is reminiscent of the coloring of the typewriter, and the posing and themes are totally hip-vintage-liscious. ~Casey Warren (06.01.2008 07:14pm)
elizabeth: wow.. these are gorgeous.. she must love these? how could she not. (06.02.2008 04:34am)
FRED EGAN: Looking forward to the new album-- great job on the photographs! (06.02.2008 10:12am)
Jess: These couldn't be any more amazing! (06.02.2008 10:18pm)
lanne: ... awesome brilliant stuff.. love the colours/finshes and styling... you totally rocked this shoot. I think14, 17 and 19 are easily covers for HOT CDs. (06.04.2008 05:44am)
cindy cieluch: The first picture grabbed my attention so much...her eyes are hard to look away from. As I scrolled down, the photos kept getting even more stunning. Amy's beauty and your artful eye are a perfect match. The clothes, the hat, the scarf, the typewriter, the locations....yummy images!!!!!!!!!!!!!! (06.06.2008 08:41am)
Paige: Hi, i love your images! i found your link through amelia lyon (she took our wedding photos, see them here http://thegreenpaige.squarespace.com/photos-images-pictures-subject/ i just wanted to say well done, and keep up the fantastic work. also, i added a link from my blog to yours, i hope thats ok! (06.06.2008 05:19pm)
sarah: you are so good! these are amazing. i particularly like the few that have the blurry background with her very much in focus. beautiful. (06.10.2008 02:02pm)
josh solar: Thanks for that link! I've been waiting for the new disc to come out :) (12.21.2008 11:03pm)
Jenny: Thanks Shannon, this sweet music is perfect right now as I watch the snow fall and enjoy my cup of tea...looks like she is in Salem in January. Thanks for sharing! (12.22.2008 09:43am)
rachel brooke: I just bought it! Thanks for introducing me to her, I already love her voice and lyrics. (12.23.2008 08:23pm)
+brittany: amy seeley rocks my socks. this cd will be a christmas present to myself. :) (12.23.2008 09:11pm)
stephanie mcbride: i remember her from a previous post of yours. i think i will check out her music, thanks for the info! she looks lovely :) (12.27.2008 03:59am)