Shannon Hastings

I’m a feeler and a lover of love.
I’m a sucker for cheesy romcoms, deep belly laughter, knowing way too many movie quotes and song lyrics, loving on my little family, being obsessed with my best friends and family, and cooking dinner to John Mayer.

Why “Ess & Elle”?
My first name is Shannon
My middle name is Leigh
I took the “S” from Shannon and the “L” from Leigh and married them :)
(see what I did there…)

I am so passionate about capturing emotion-filled, intimate moments and freeze them in time forever.
It’s kind of like magic.
Every moment is fleeting, everything is always in transition, we are constantly changing and tomorrow is never guaranteed — this is why I believe so strongly in the importance of photography and capturing those special moments with loved ones.
I recently became a mom to my beautiful daughter, and she has shaped how I see the world, especially photography. She is strong reminder that photos matter — but not just the pretty posed ones where everything is clean and perfect (does that even exist?)
But rather, the every day moments that feel real and messy and fun and authentic that capture a glimpse of your beautiful life.

It is an honor and a privilege to give you the gift of a moment in time, for you to cherish now and for many years evermore.
I would describe my work as I would describe myself:
warm, intimate, fun, romantic, playful, creative, artistic and soulful.
My editing style is a little more “moody” — I love warmth, playing with light and black + white images

I photograph intimate moments like weddings, engagements, newborns, maternity sessions and the most amazing families.
The best part is that clients become friends, and I get to photograph all the big milestones along the way.
I’m your girl for it all!