A dream is just a dream until it becomes a reality.
Pickle Leaf Photography; a business name that was just “too weird” according to Shauna Dawn’s college professor. Shauna did the safe thing and named her business ‘Shauna Dawn Photography’ after all, it was more traditional. Her professor urged her to play it safe, but she quickly decided that it was hers, so she took a leap of faith. After just a year, she officially changed Shawna Dawn Photography to Pickle Leaf Photography and never looked back.
“Behind the camera is where I feel most like the person God created me to be. From my first 35mm I bought from a garage sale with my newspaper money to the beautiful machine I get to work with today, showcasing the beauty of creation is—- what I was meant to do.” – Shauna Dawn
Shauna grew up in Pendleton, Oregon, “There was never any shortage of beautiful scenery, unique people, or historical celebrations- and I can’t remember a time that I didn’t want to preserve it all.” Shauna says about her hometown.
“Years later, now in Northern Idaho, the only thing that has changed is I’ve graduated to being a mother and a wife – and with camera in hand, my ambition is to show people (especially mothers) just how beautiful they are and how bright they shine! In a community like Bonners Ferry that holds so much diverse talent including in the photography genre’- I never take for granted the way this town has wrapped around my family and my art. I am who I am because of photography.”
Shauna and her husband Cody, owner and operator of Northwest Painting and Coatings, have two children: Gavin and Kennady. Gavin is a junior at Bonners Ferry High School and Kennady is in first grade at home. They have grown fond of the people and lifestyle in the friendliest town in Idaho and are looking forward to many more years raising their kids and growing more in love with Bonners Ferry.
Pickle Leaf Photography specializes in Couples shoots, Elopements, Family, Maternity and Portraits. Over and over again, she encapsulates the love and life in each session. Weather it’s the perfect day or you just couldn’t get it together, Shauna will capture moments that will last a lifetime. She takes care in each and every person in each and every shoot and she can’t wait to work with you!
Pickle Leaf Photography has a solid five-star rating and here are a few for your reading pleasure:
“Shauna’s amazing!!! She tries her very best to make you feel comfortable and confident. She takes her job personally and it shows in her photos! – Jenn
“The first time I met Shauna I was pregnant and I was able to be a model for her for a winter maternity photo shoot. She made me feel like an absolute princess. I was excited then to use her the next time I needed family photos. I have used her now four more times and every single time she catches the most magical moments. She gives good direction for those like me who are awkward in front of the camera. She plays little games with your kids to get them to be happy and excited to be there. She is even able to get authentic smiles out of my husband (which can be hard to get men to be happy when their wives force them to wear matching outfits and take an evening out of hunting season to take pictures). She’s great to work with after your shoot. Even if you’re needy and extra. I’ve had her take some photos out of black and white to fit my style and she’s happy to do that every time. My favorite part of Shauna is that she’s true and authentic and so encouraging. She also brings along the most helpful little assistant who is great at getting kids to smile. Pickle Leaf Photography will be a part of my family’s story of many years to come.” – Kelly
“Shauna is so welcoming and easy to work with. We had a large group with a few littles and she was amazing with everyone! Can’t recommend her enough!” – Lydia
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Pickleleaf photography, with Shauna behind the camera is a blessing, catching moments and memories, for future eyes to see.