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It all started when…

I grew weary of solely perceiving my creative output through electronic screens. It’s a well-established fact that the act of printing photographs carries profound significance. Nevertheless, on occasion, individuals find themselves out of sufficient wall space for hanging prints in their home (an indiscretion I too am guilty of). Hence, I arrived at the conclusion that it was time to embark on the creation of a book, a medium that appeared to be the most fitting for narrating my personal journey and presenting my body of work in a palpable and tactile form.

The creation of this book can be traced back three years (with photographs dating from 2017 to 2023), a duration that may appear long for the creation of a photobook. However, this book is my baby, my inaugural literary endeavor. The process has been a work of dedication, with each page meticulously imbued with purpose and intention.

This book serves as an evocative chronicle, encapsulating hardship, moments of introspection, and the radiant bloom of self-improvement. It underscores the profound lesson that amidst the enveloping obscurity, there exists an ineffable beauty, revealed in the very act of residing within the present moment.

Following years of scrupulous refinement, I am at last prepared to unveil this creation to the world. I sincerely hope that it brings you joy and engenders a profound sense of empathy, dispelling any notions of solitude.

Testimonials

“Shannon’s work never fails to evoke deep feelings. Turning through each thoughtfully crafted page of her book I feel a sense of stillness come over me as I’m sucked into the story in the images and poems. Bright Shadows is both heavy with darkness and trembling with hope at the same time.”

- Jenna, Portland, Maine

“As a non-photographer and an introspective soul, I appreciate Bright Shadows for two reasons: raw emotions (it's what drew me to Shannon's work in the first place) and aesthetics. The juxtaposition of photos is so clever - I instantly smiled at the first pair, linked by rays of sunshine. The poems complement the photos perfectly and they aren't just side notes. I'd happily buy Shannon's poetry book and I hope she keeps writing and releasing them.”

- Andrea, Rijeka, Croatia

“Immersing myself in this photography and poetry book was a captivating journey through the interplay of light and shadows. The stunning visuals expertly captured moments that seemed to dance on the edge of my emotions, invoking a deep sense of connection to each image. The relationship between the carefully crafted verses and the evocative photographs created a harmonious experience, where words and visuals seamlessly intertwined. It's a masterpiece that not only celebrates the beauty of light but also explores the subtleties within shadows, echoing the myriad of emotions that define the human experience.”

- Nicole, Denver, Colorado

”Shannons book, Bright Shadows is a thing of beauty. Her command of light and color, and her aesthetic sense is a wonderful companion to the words that accompany the images. Her pairing of images on opposite pages is a joy, whether they thematically match, or if the colors echo one another, or if they go together compositionally. So many times the pairings seem almost playful.

Her ability to create intriguing long exposures is a source of inspiration and intrigue for me. I see echos of my own photography in her works, in her images that are largely about color, texture, and light. I also see her ability and desire to take the concepts further, or to explore her inner self in a way that is at once stronger and more vulnerable, and that much more beautiful for the rawness.

As a creative I think that many of us can relate to the feeling of stumbling through the dark, with a light somewhere in front of us. We can all be the lights for one another, as these photos in Bright Shadows are.”

- Andy, Nassau, New York

“Bright Shadows is a beautifully eerie book of self portraits and quiet moments in between. The images feel like a deep sea of emotions and what it may feel like to see the world from her perspective. After following her work for years, I feel honored to have such a vast, quality collection of her work in a tangible form.”

- Hannah, Baltimore, Maryland

“I saw your book yesterday night in bed and I loooooved it. You’re such an incredible artist Shan. Much love! I hope you sell all of them!”

- Chantal, Basel, Switzerland

“Shannon's photographs and writings come together to stand as a powerful and captivating body of work that invites you into an intimate space shared by both chaos and beauty. each photo a vignette into an emotion made palpable, Shannon's work is riddled with a complexity that you can't quite grasp but somehow feels all too familiar. being able to see, hold, and feel all of these photos in such a beautifully presented edition as "Bright Shadows" is just as much a book-lover's delight as it is a powerful journey through a range of emotions that will keep you coming back to feel, again and again.”

- Emilio, Denton, Texas

Purchase

While I aspire to make this book accessible to a global audience,
the international shipping costs are notably higher than domestic rates.
To accommodate this, I'm offering two separate pricing options to ensure fairness and inclusivity.

$68 + shipping

within the US : $76 total
outside of the US : $108 total

( when you purchase, don’t forget to fill out your shipping details, that’s where i’ll send your book! )

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Don’t hesitate to reach out to me if you have any questions or difficulties. If you need to reach out, just hit “contact” on the top right of this page and fill out the contact form to send me an email. Or you can email me directly at INFO@SHANNONTOMASIK.COM