shanna paxton photography
Shanna Paxton met her husband, Jeff, at a sci-fi speed dating event. The couple now run a photography business together. Photo courtesy: Shanna Paxton.

Years ago, when Shanna Paxton started college in South Africa, she knew she was going to study photography. She had always been fascinated by television and photos and, after receiving a digital camera for her sweet sixteen birthday, she was hooked.

When Shanna came to the Pacific Northwest four years ago as an au pair, she was placed with a family in Seattle. Living with this family, Shanna gained experience photographing their children and even doing high school senior portraits. Shanna’s portfolio was growing and she was falling in love — not only with the Pacific Northwest but with her soon-to-be husband and business partner, Jeff.

Since launching Shanna Paxton Photography just over one year ago, Shanna hasn’t hesitated to introduce the community to her unique and powerful approach to photography. “We’re known for embracing families and empowering women,” she says. This includes everything from capturing precious, organic moments shared between a family to creating powerful, natural photographs of prominent community members and business women.

When she’s not working on special projects in the community, hosting body image workshops or playing with her puppy, Shanna is available to shoot family portraitssenior photosweddingsgratitude videosnatural business headshots and more.

Shanna Paxton Photography
www.shannapaxton.com
360-529-9332
Reach via email here.

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Samba OlyWa Closes Out Procession of the Species 2016

Thank you Samba OlyWa for your beautiful finish to Procession of the Species 2016. Photo credit: Shanna Paxton Photography.

Procession of the Species Photos 2016

With only a few sprinkling showers, Procession of the Species 2016 rolled through the streets of downtown Olympia.  Experience the sights and relive the...

Luminary Procession Photos 2016

The Luminary Procession kicks off an arts-filled weekend in downtown Olympia.  Participants created luminaries during two workshops and then filed into the streets of...
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Shanna Paxton Photography Reveals Miss Thurston County is ‘More Than A Princess’

Sparkly dresses, flowing hair, and a glittering crown are still a part of modern day beauty pageants, but thanks to a new campaign, one...

Shanna Paxton Photography Helps Share Visual Messages of Gratitude and Love

  There are many ways to say thank you. You can send a card, give flowers or just say “thanks.” The only problem is, these...
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Shanna Paxton Photography – Remember Your Wedding Day with Meaningful Photos

  By Margo Greenman Your wedding day is easily the biggest day of your life. But amidst the emotions, music and celebration, sometimes remembering all the...

Fall Arts Walk Delights Visitors

  Photos by Shanna Paxton Photography Downtown Olympia merchants opened their doors to artists during the 2015 Fall Arts Walk.  Performers took to the streets to...

Olympia Celebrates Harbor Days 2015

  The 42nd annual Harbor Days celebration filled the boardwalks of Percival Landing and waterways of Budd Bay this Labor Day weekend. Crafts, artisans, live...

Sand in the City 2015

  Photos by Shanna Paxton Photography Sand in the City was in full swing on Saturday, August 22 as families enjoyed the free, fun arts and...

Sand in the City Gala 2015

  Photos by Shanna Paxton Photography Supporters of the Hands On Children's Museum gathered Friday night to help raise funds for the museum's Free and Reduced...
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Lakefair Parade Photos 2015

  Photos by Shanna Paxton Photography Who doesn't love a parade?  One highlight of the annual Capital Lakefair is the traditional Lakefair parade.  If you weren't...
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Lakefair 2015 Photos

  Photos by Shanna Paxton Photography Lakefair, a popular carnival atmosphere located on the edge of Capitol Lake, continues through Sunday, July 19.  Step inside the event...

South Sound BBQ Festival 2015 Photos

  Photos by Shanna Paxton Photography While rejoicing in a few, intermittent rain showers, BBQ fans flocked to Huntamer Park in Lacey on Saturday, July 11...
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Remember the Past Four Years with Senior Photos from Shanna Paxton Photography

  The start of summer is marked by many things, one of which for many families across Thurston County is graduation. But while one wave...
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Capital City Pride Parade Photos 2015

  Photos by Shanna Paxton Photography The sunshine showered down on the participants of the 25th annual Capital City Pride Parade.  Parade members stepped off at...

Shanna Paxton Photography: Empowering the Community Through Photos

  By Margo Greenman Growing up in South Africa, Shanna Paxton found herself in a state of culture shock when she arrived in the Pacific Northwest...

Capital City Marathon 2015 Photos

  Photos by Shanna Paxton Photography It was a beautiful morning on Sunday, May 17 for the 34th annual Capital City Marathon.  The route includes a...

Spring Arts Walk Photos 2015

  Photos by Shanna Paxton Photography Spring Arts Walk matches local artists with downtown Olympia shops.  Visitors travel through the shops, gazing at the art work...

Procession of the Species Photos 2015

  Photos by Shanna Paxton Photography Despite heavy rain showers, Olympia residents flocked to downtown Olympia on Saturday, April 25 for the annual Procession of the Species....

Luminary Procession 2015

  Photos by Shanna Paxton Photography The Luminary Procession is the first event marking a weekend of packed with family-friendly entertainment in downtown Olympia.  The Luminary...