I am Susannah. I just turned 18 years old, and art is what makes my heart beat. I couldn't imagine my life without photography and writing. They have been total gifts in my life and the joys at the center of my days.
If I was describing myself, I'd say my main qualities are passion and ambition. I am so ambitious and so driven that sometimes it can become a negative factor. I expect the very best of myself, and I will not let myself go through life without doing amazing things; I always worry there is not enough time to do everything that I want to!
I love creating art and telling stories; it is so intrinsically a part of who I am, and i've never questioned what I want to do with my life. Every time a friend comes over, we have a photoshoot. Photography is amazing in the sense that it combines all my favorite childhood things: playing pretend, dressing up in crazy things, talking, laughing, making art, etc.
Though many teen photographers are caught up in the craze of becoming the mainstream sort of fashion photographers, I don't believe in beauty for the sake of beauty. I want to shoot stories and concepts, because I want to communicate messages and emotions through my work (I always try to have an intentional message/narrative to communicate, or I don't feel fulfilled as an artist). I use photography and writing as mediums to windows into the inside of my head. The process of a photoshoot is so nerve-wracking and adrenaline-pumped that I am physically exhausted at the end of a shoot. My friends say they love to pose for me because, the few times we have a photoshoot I am really happy with, they say they never see me more ecstatic.
I seek inspiration from mythology and literature--I will devour a good story in any way, shape, or form.

My ideal rainy day is a cup of tea with an endless pile of books (specifically magical realism books or a good gothic tale <3). Fav. reads include:

His Dark Materials Trilogy, The Little Prince, Pride and Prejudice, Rebecca, Ovid's Metamorphosis, Howl's Moving Castle, The Alchemist, The Legend of Deirdre, 100 Years of Solitude, Jane Eyre, The Birds,The Boy in the Striped Pajamas, The Enchanted Castle, The Hobbit, The Rainbow Opera, celtic/greek/roman mythology in general.

Accomplishments:

-International Young Photographer of the Year 2007 (DC mag)
-talented spotted in July 2010 and got agency signed
-shot an 8-page editorial for Vs. magazine featuring spring/summer 2011 of Valentino and other designers such as Burberry, Ports 1961, Oscar de la Renta, etc.
-on the cover of a magazine with an article entitled “Top Ten Teens to Watch”
-scheduled to have photos as book covers for 3 different novels published by Hachette
-contributing to a soon-to-be-published photography book (both writing and images)
-shot a spread for FLAUNT magazine
-shoot models from agencies such as Ford
-shot the cover and a 10 page spread for "Footwear Plus" magazine
-article feature on Artworks homepage
-member of the week for JPG magazine
-feature in 125 Magazine
-feature in Digital SLR Photographer, winner of their “Image of the Month”
-feature in Amateur Photographer Magazine
-feature in Shutterbug Magazine by a freelancer for Nikon
-feature in BULB magazine
-feature in SNAP magazine
-feature in New York Arts Magazine
-finalist for Photography Monthly’s Shoot the Cover Competition
-online feature “Coming Up Strong”
-photos used in an instructional guide to photography sold at Barnes and Noble, Urban Outfitters, etc.
-shot a spread for awanted magazine
-feature in Practical Photography Magazine
-interest from British editor of Vogue, who said my work was more interesting than “99% of the stuff he receives”
-1st place photography contest winner in my area
-photos on the cover of the 2009 school yearbook
-published in Teen Ink numerous times
-published in WAD, french magazine
-won the “best in class” award at Oxbridge Photography Class 2007
-5th place Anne Frank International Photography Contest
-shot the program poster for a play in the Scottish Fringe Festival
-published in Hotshoe Magazine
-shot the cover of RAW magazine and featured within
-photo exhibited in the Malls Gallery, London
-photo exhibited as one of the Collegeboard AP art examples in a Boston Gallery
-two photos exhibited in town art gallery
-full set of photos exhibited at school
-4 photos finalists in the DC Magazine International Young Photographer of the Year 2009
-two second place wins in the Betterphoto.com international photography contest
-four/five photos on the Digital Kodak Billboard in Times Square for winning POTD
-photo used on the cover of a brochure in India
-photo exhibited in a New Canaan Gallery
-published in TECHmag China

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    Eduardo Acierno says:

    "you are such an inspiring human
    i love to see your progress, and im so so proud of how far you've gotten with photography
    can't wait to see what this new year has for you, keep up the amazing work!"

    31st December, 2011

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    August Elizabeth says:

    "I feel like ive stepped into a different world when I look at her photographs. They are always stunning and beautiful.



    Edit: 24/02/2011

    You're are absolutely wonderful, I gave up flickr for a while....I have come back and you more amazing than before, which honestly I didn't know was possible. I don't know what else to say except every image you take is breathtaking. I know you are not only an inspiration to me, but to many others as well.


    Cheers,

    Eliza"

    23rd February, 2011

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    mylacuna says:

    "I just discovered Susannah's artwork. Every single photo exhibits cleverness and passion. I can't stress enough how smart she is and how her intelligence is shown through her ideas relating to literature and emotions in general. The detail and clarity in her photos are exemplary and quite inspirational. By looking through her photostream I've seen that she's improved in a few years (and will continue to improve). Susannah, I wish you good luck in the future!"

    25th December, 2010

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    UtkarshJha says:

    "Susannah takes amazing pictures. All her pictures portray a strong sense of emotion and statements. Many of her photos are surreal. I wish I could take photos like her.
    EDIT : SHE JUST GOT MUCH BETTER .. I MEAN MUCH"

    29th July, 2010

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    leah goetzel says:

    "susannah's photos. goodness. they are simply amazing. if someone doesn't know that, they are either, A. an idiot, or B. haven't ever seen them. basically, the girl's a genius."

    18th June, 2010

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    Kelsey Curtis says:

    "I love your black and white photos especially. I feel like so much emotion and power is loaded into each one. Some of your best pieces in my opinion are your black and white photos, they are simply one of a kind. LITERALLY every single photo you have taken I adore. I think the accomplishments you've made are inspirational, and you also have one heck of a skill behind a camera. A couple months ago i was flipping through a magazine I found in my friends room and there were your photos. I recognized them instantly. You have such a distinct beautiful one of a kind talent. Never stop taking photos. Ever."

    23rd May, 2010

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    ting s, says:

    "susannah's photos are one of a kind.
    her mind is so brilliant, and her ideas/concepts for photos are merely beyond words.
    i constantly find myself staring at her photostream in complete awe, saying to myself "why didn't i think of that?""

    25th January, 2010

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    orrla says:

    "i cannot even begin to describe how amazing your photostream is. your ideas are so unique, all of them are new and not done by anybody. the colors and subject are beautiful! i hope you keep taking photos because everytime i visit your stream i am amazed!
    -Orr"

    12th December, 2009

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    sandy pranjic says:

    "susannah is one of my favourite photographers. when i see her photos, i always wonder why it's not in vogue or other top fashion magazines because all of it is truly stunning and it's a shame that she's not getting as much attention as she deserves. she should be shooting for billboards and magazine ads and she will be one day soon.

    whenever i think about how good i want to be, i think of susannah's photos and i will strive to be as good as her one day.

    i'm glad she's only sixteen because she proves that young people can be good at what they want to do.

    your work is inspiring."

    5th October, 2009

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    kkkkarl says:

    "you are one of the best, your work is breathtakingly beautiful and they are truly honest words."

    5th October, 2009

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    sarah haege (sarahishh) says:

    "Susannah's work has never ceased to leave me speechless, and left to be amazed at the beauty that she has created with her concepts that seem to never end. She is a true artist and the work she creates is pure magic and deserves to be spread on every magazine and building in the country."

    21st September, 2009

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    | Jen Rowley | says:

    "Rarely and I mean RARELY do I come across a photographer who's work leaves me completely breathless (in a good way, of course). I can probably count on one hand the number of times it's happened, in fact. And congratulations, Susannah B, you're my thumb! (It's a compliment- I promise, haha) Your work is magical. I don't know how else to describe it. Each photo tells a story of whimsy and loveliness and that's SO hard to come across nowadays. Please don't ever stop being you, don't ever conform, and most importantly- don't ever lose your magic."

    3rd September, 2009

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    andrewfphoto says:

    "Want to see the shape of future photography.
    Ireland 1324 is it!!!
    I will be watching and expecting great things....or should I say 'even greater' things.

    EDIT: Susannah got even BETTER!!!!!!!!

    Andrew"

    3rd September, 2009

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    Erica Mendoza says:

    "I don't even know what to say"

    30th August, 2009

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    megan ■ says:

    "How haven't I written you a testimonial yet?

    Well let me start off by saying- you are truly incredible. You amaze me with every one of your photos. Amazing. You are soooo inspiring"

    30th August, 2009

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    Taryn Davis says:

    "you are wonderful."

    25th July, 2009

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    Olivia Lou says:

    "you have a ton of testimonials saying this, but you are just an amazing photographer.

    your ideas are just brilliant, keep it up!"

    2nd July, 2009

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    312MK says:

    "KELLY + SUSANNAH = LIFE FOREVERRRR"

    1st July, 2009

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    virgineyes says:

    "Time for an edit :) Her work is so unique and creative and her style is so distinct. Most of the time, when I look at photos, I feel like I'm looking at reality through someone else's eyes but with Susannah's photos, they put me in another world. One that I've never thought of, one that I've never known of, and one that I would never see without her."

    24th June, 2009

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    Laurence, says:

    "You a pure magic.
    Everything you do is beyond great, and so original, I just can't put it into words. Words never do your photos justice.
    Just thought I'd let you know,
    you are one of my biggest inspirations,
    and I don't think you will ever cease to amaze me."

    22nd June, 2009

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    michelle.. says:

    "oh my goodness!!!!! she's amazing! everything she uploads i end up favoriting (i don't think i spelled that right im in a daze at the moment)
    holy crap magic magic magic!!"

    20th June, 2009

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    flightless bird says:

    "Susannah is inspiring with every image. i don't even have the words to explain how much i admire her wide spectrum of talent. it's disarming, vulnerable, and trapped inside of all the small moments that make you open your eyes to the world around you even more. "beautiful" doesn't cover it."

    3rd May, 2009

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    cream tangerine says:

    "Susannah B's photos take you to a whole other world. Her concepts are always unique and mind blowing. She's definitely created her own style that I, and I'm sure many others, love and respect. Susannah, you have another fan. (:"

    19th April, 2009

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    daniela, says:

    "I just looked through all your photos; and man.. your photos are beyond brilliant!"

    4th April, 2009

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    OOPS AHH DID IT AGAIN says:

    "Susannah is the coolest. This is probably the 3rd testamonial I've written her. But don't worry, she deserves at least 3 from me (maybe more). Her work is incredibly inspirational, and she sees the world unlike anyone I've ever met before. Props to a great eye and a great heart. If only she was better at drums though... :)"

    2nd April, 2009

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    murakami.kenta says:

    "Possibly the most intelligent person I have ever come across. I see her photos and feel enlightened, like I am learning a deep secret about the world that has always been there, only hidden."

    24th March, 2009

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    Im only sleeping says:

    "such a brilliant mind
    that make such awesome works
    cant wait to see MORE!"

    1st February, 2009

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    nicole ☆ lynn says:

    "Susannah has more talent then others half her age!!
    and thats the part i can't get over....
    im just AMAZED!!
    She is by far my most favorite photographer.....
    she's a very bright girl and i can't wait to see what comes of her!!
    she's going to make a name for herself....
    theres no question in that!!"

    25th January, 2009

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    sophie catherine says:

    "her photos are some of the most intriguing, original, absolutely stunning things i have ever seen."

    20th January, 2009

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    Jordan Chark says:

    "Susannah's work is just brilliant. I don't even know what else to say."

    19th January, 2009

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    michele mobley says:

    "your work is absolutely stunning.

    as is your writing.

    you will be huge."

    7th January, 2009

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    taraviolet. says:

    "Susannah's work is mind-boggling. It's avante garde, it's highly sophisticated, and her concepts are absolutely fantastic.
    She is the same age as me, yet she seems more like an adult, than a teenager.
    The way she percieves the world is incredible.
    Her mind is a mix of surrealist dreamscapes, and pulsing intensity. Her processing is always impeccable- she introduced me to the beauty of high contrast black and white.
    She is an absolute inspiration; not only to me, but I know, to many others."

    28th December, 2008

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    beX out loud says:

    "Honestly one of the best photographers i've seen. Raw emotion in her pictures tells such a story for anyway of looking at them. All photos are flawless and leave you in awe."

    28th December, 2008

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    Chrissie White says:

    "I really like and respect Susannah's art aesthetic, unlike most of us, she doesn't want to be some famous fashion photographer. She is good enough too, but she cares more about the art than the money i guess.
    Which shows, that she's a true artist.

    Susannah is also a really kind individual and friend."

    28th December, 2008

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    olivia bee says:

    "hi.

    you're fucking awesome."

    24th December, 2008

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    lauren poor says:

    "omgmoasdf you are so inspiring, so composed, so talented... so unique. (i need to say more, but i think those words should mean a lot.)"

    24th December, 2008

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    Paula Nacif says:

    "Susannah takes amazing pictures, each with an unique idea and her obvious style. They all have an amazing emotion and all show strong statements and messages.
    Her pictures look like they were taken by some big shot 20 year old photographer too (and thats a good thing haha).
    Someday we're gonna see her pictures on like billboards and magazine covers :p.

    she's a wonderful wonderful wonderful photographer."

    23rd December, 2008

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    † Jack Davison says:

    "she surpasses superlatives"

    17th December, 2008

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    Pam Calvert says:

    "Goodness gracious, I am at awe. Susannah is inspiring, and her work is fascination. I'm still at awe, I have no idea what else to write. :(

    But amazing/stupendous/fantastic/omg job."

    9th December, 2008

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    Katrine K says:

    "I just love Susannanhs photos, they are so emotional and dark yet so very very beautiful in an untraditional way...Edgy and tender. I am so fascinated and inspired by her work!"

    24th November, 2008

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    sourire: says:

    "Susannah's work is edgy and powerful. Every photo holds a message, sometimes in discrete ways, making them all the more intense. Her photographs often make me ache for reasons I am unsure of, and then I am speechless in the best way possible. There is such a raw beauty to her work. Other professionals can only dream of accomplishing such an aesthetic. She is the most successful young artist I have ever heard of, she will continue to go far."

    15th November, 2008

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    shawnisabelle says:

    "ireland1234 is one of the most talented photographers who's work i have ever been honored to view. she's only 15, ladies and gents-but have you seen her work??? have you seen her list of accomplishments? ireland1234 is one of those few people that really knows how to pour her soul in to photographer. she's one of those few people that i KNOW will produce photos larger than life as she grows."

    18th October, 2008

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    IndianaJo. says:

    "I love the originality of her work, she has such great ideas and I love the fact that she hasn't been sucked in by photoshop.
    Amazing talent, keep it up!"

    13th October, 2008

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    Christina Poku says:

    "Susannah's work is fascinating! Her ideas are so original, and interesting.
    She's absolutely amazing. I wish one day i could come close to her standard of work."

    19th September, 2008

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    _emily_c_ says:

    "I've tried to write one of these before for Susannah but always haven't been able to find the right words in a linguistically engaging way... so simply put, her work is such an inspiration for me. Amazing talent."

    29th August, 2008

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    Lampeduza says:

    "amazing work!!! emotional fellings in all the photos!! i enjoy a lot here!! never Stop!!! cheers!!"

    23rd August, 2008

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    The GC Four says:

    "ireland1324's photography is superb. fantastic. keep it up!!"

    21st August, 2008

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    jewls0893 says:

    "this girl is one of the most talented artists i have stumbled on while browsing flickr. she has so much to offer, and she is only 15. i am looking forwards to seeing her work grow with her."

    21st August, 2008

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    Eugene Chang ⠀ says:

    "wow... this girl's got so much talent! :-)

    susannah, you take really extraordinary photos. your photos are very inspirational!.. especially your black-and-whites =)

    keep it up and good luck :-D"

    17th August, 2008

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    sunshinepastbedtime says:

    "Susannah is probably the most talented teenage photographer on flickr. Although she's only fifteen, every single one of her photos looks professional. I always enjoy looking through her photostream, especially the "Awkward Ballerina" set. This girl is straight up amazing."

    15th August, 2008

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    ben.doo.dat says:

    "Susannah is amazing. Utterly amazing.
    every time she uploads she takes my breath away with her jaw droppingly beautiful photos.

    Any day now i expect to wake up and see her photos on billboards and on the front of magazines.
    Anne geddes and those other famous photographers ain't got nothing on this girl. :)

    ♥"

    30th July, 2008

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    Pianisimo says:

    "I wish I had as much talent as this girl. She constantly impresses me with pretty much every photo she produces. I don't know how she does it, but we all definitely have something to learn from Susannah : )"

    16th July, 2008

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    happyapplepoison. says:

    "ireland1234's pictures are some of the best i've seen. her attention to detail is what makes the portraits absolutley amazing. i love how each of her pictures seem to tell a story. she's such an inspiration and i always look forward to seeing what she's gonna do next.:)"

    27th May, 2008

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    Lazy_Days says:

    "ireland1324 has a true gift for photography, and only 14?! wow! her pictures always amaze me! seriously, look out for this girl! she's gonna be big!"

    25th May, 2008

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    Eleanor Hardwick says:

    "when i actually get round to growing up, i want to be this girl. she is a magician, her work is only possible in her hands. she stuns me ♥"

    7th April, 2008

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    ninutchkaz says:

    "Mademoiselle Ireland1324, you are a photographer beyond your years. You have catapulted through many different styles, mastering each with the same intensity and style. As I gaped at the excellent portrayal of emotion present throughout your entire portfolio, I realized the secret to your photos. THE EYES! From the cats to the girls, they have a depth that is rarely captured in two dimensions. I have so much appreciation for your work -- I hope photography takes you far...oh, and by the way, she is wayyy better than me no matter what silly things she says on my testimonials! ;)"

    1st April, 2008

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    .................................................. says:

    "Susannah has become a major impact on the direction of my photography, and the way I look at things. She constantly brings new ideas to the table, has some groovy editing on all of her photos, and I really feel she shines through on a lot of her photos. This is an award-winning (literally! lol) photographer, folks! Check her out."

    22nd March, 2008

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    mirjan. says:

    "amazing photography. that's all that I can say."

    19th January, 2008

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