Just in case you are wondering.
All images in this photostream are ©Rachel Devine.
These images are not free stock, please contact me directly if you would like to use a photograph from my stream.
Melbourne, Australia & Los Angeles, USA
My pro site for my commercial and editorial work, www.racheldevine.com
You can buy prints of select photos from my flickr stream at:
sesameellis.imagekind.com.
One of my proudest photographic moments:

sesame ellis blog.

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Contacts (1,135)
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Groups (50)
- Photographers on Twitter 574 photos, 291 members
- WANE Magazine 198 photos, 585 members
- Photojojo! The Book 90 photos, 132 members
- Ava's Tea Party 107 photos, 68 members
- Damn Hell Bathrooms 4105 photos, 792 members
- Photographic Techniques: Children & Babies 5334 photos, 612 members
- Fresh M.I.L.K. Photography Competition 0 photos, 15 members
- Moleskinerie 58778 photos, 13143 members
- Life's Colourful Canvas Textures / Overlays 256 photos, 280 members
- Ragdoll kitties 4457 photos, 486 members
- Getty Images on Flickr 0 photos, 7032 members
- Inauguration 2009 14253 photos, 3131 members
- Polaroid SX 70 54179 photos, 5208 members
- Shutter Sisters 103971 photos, 5465 members
- CPSIA Endangered Children's Products and Toys 879 photos, 223 members
- Before & After - A Sneak Peek into Processing 1042 photos, 2407 members
- be Poladroid ! 63580 photos, 15141 members
- The Flickr Book Club 14 photos, 49 members
- 100 strangers 12043 photos, 4018 members
- relentlesstoil international 39 photos, 23 members
- uglydolls by sun-min kim & david horvath 6611 photos, 584 members
- US Election 2008 1057 photos, 599 members
- Spoonflower Fabric Designs 3397 photos, 1606 members
- Panasonic DMC-LX Series & Leica D-Lux Series 25272 photos, 1416 members
- Self Portraits for the Short-Attention Span 2541 photos, 236 members
- Flickr 888 5445 photos, 11494 members
- Life's Colourful Canvas, presets by Dale Taylor 791 photos, 513 members
- Hope for Angel 130 photos, 270 members
- A Course in Miracles 175 photos, 278 members
- Running a Child Photography Business in Australia 475 photos, 97 members
- Photos for the Photojojo Book! 765 photos, 303 members
- childs play - photoshop actions 2080 photos, 1165 members
- Newborn - HowTo 2399 photos, 776 members
- Rilo Kiley & Friends 1724 photos, 282 members
- Noise and Dust Through The Viewfinder 211 photos, 2962 members
- Quotografie 778 photos, 109 members
- *sweet n' shabby* 904 photos, 304 members
- grateful daily 1176 photos, 294 members
- Snow Pea Challenge Group! 4209 photos, 900 members
- Flickr Favorite Black&White 2810 photos, 756 members
- Photography Mentor 2754 photos, 1521 members
- Tearsheet 79 photos, 39 members
- Due in 2008 - 2009 604 photos, 97 members
- Nikon D3 D3s D3x 21723 photos, 2652 members
- MOO's Super-Duper Holiday Card Competition 2538 photos, 1251 members
- Getting the Shot {{NEW CONTEST! LARA JADE ACTIONS!!!}} 51 photos, 360 members
- Corners of My Home 69644 photos, 8953 members
- Nikon Girls ROCK! 27517 photos, 1659 members
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Testimonials (23)
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Kat&Kat says:
"I got into photography, and into Flickr because of Rachel, and she doesn't even know it. Yes, I loved photography before I stumbled upon her stream, but because of her amazing pictures, I wanted to become a photographer. I would look through her pictures, and be in awe of every single of them. Her colors, her angles, her creativeness, how sharp her photos are, all of that amazed me, and still does. I have learned a lot from her, and been so inspired by her. So, thank you Rachel!"
1st September, 2008
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notcatherinezeta says:
"Some people really share their lives here on flickr and you just connect with them because of their openness, their honestly - through the good times and the mediocre times and the junk times. And some people just share the most amazing pictures that you just come back to again and again and every time you say "oh!"
and some people do both of those things, and you love em to bits!"9th April, 2008
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paigelynn says:
"sesame ellis is probably one of my absolute favorite photographers on flickr. Her pictures continually amaze me, and I must say I completely adore her daughter. She's become one of those few flickr kids that you just can't wait to see pictures of again.
Her photography is phenomenal. Seeing her photostream just makes me want to try harder, and practice more and more. She captures the most perfect moments, and everything in between, and every picture she takes is special and stands out."26th July, 2007
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arkworld says:
"if there's anyone i credit with my the overall improvement of my photography over the past 2 years, it's rachel. i learn so much from studying her work. i feel like i owe her some royalties or something. :)
her professional work is stunning and her everyday life shots of her adorable kid are awesome. she's a huge inspiration to me. i'm proud to call her a friend."15th June, 2007
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Piper_H says:
"One stroll through Sesame Ellis' stream and you'll know how incredibly talented she is. Once you become a fan you will realize she has the heart to match."
14th June, 2007
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erikajessop says:
"sesame ellis's photos reflect her abounding love for her subjects. I first saw it in the photos of her daughter. What time and care she takes to capture her subjects' eyes in sparkling light! Often times, I gaze back at the monitor, only able to utter "wow."
I write this as a thank-you...for the inspiration that she shares.
(I also quite enjoy her witty titles.)"20th May, 2007
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kelly fish says:
"what i love most about rachel's flickr stream is the love i find in it. gemma is lucky to have such a wonderful and talented mommy.
you make flickr a wonderful place to be, rachel. thank you."14th May, 2007
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diyosa says:
"We all know that Rachel is one of flickr and photography's greats. Honestly when I had the opportunity to meet you I was kinda nervous. I am just blown away by what an amazing person she is and how great of a kid Gemma is. Besides her obvious skills in photography she really does live up to the name "Toddler Whisperer" that i've seen her called on her photos."
10th March, 2007
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iMacCanon says:
"i have to confess that when i first "met" Rachel here on flickr i added her as a contact 'cause i really loved her photography. she is a PRO, and a TALENTED one. so as i followed her photostream i thought 'wow, this girl sure loves photography', her work is breathtaking and very inspiring.
well, now (and here is the real confession) i always make sure to check every one of her postings 'cause i'm in love with Gemma. and who is not here on flickr?
Rachel, thanks for sharing. your love for your little one, for photography and for little ones in general shines through in your stream. and i love that love!"9th January, 2007
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apple martini says:
"To state that Rachel's talent is just that, a talent, is such an understatement.....she's brilliant with a camera. She is certainly my inspiration!"
23rd October, 2006
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mini jen says:
"Not only talented at capturing peoples personalities, but doing it beautifully.
This woman inspired me to find my true love. Thank you!!!"10th September, 2006
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mapgoblin says:
"Sesame has one of the best streams on flickr. Its a tremendous mix of very creative professional portraits, and everyday life with a toddler. She make simple snapshots into works of art. Everytime I pick up my camera and look at my toddler, I wonder how I can make images like these. To sum it up, I miss this stream when I don't get to see it.
The hardest part about being a sesame ellis contact is getting to her pictures before all of the good comments are already made."26th August, 2006
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[bridget] says:
"The queen bee of sparkly eyes. SE is my all time fav person to see what's on the up and up of child photography. She is indeed the best! I appreciate all of her comments to my photos and sharing our children's lives! Thank you too for all of the advice and time taken out to help me getting going with my own photography! Truly a photographer to be marked in history and to be remembered as someone who starts trends with lots of followers!"
24th August, 2006
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Mommyof2BeautifulGirls says:
"Rachel is the "Queen of Child Photography" I am in awe everytime she posts a new shot."
27th July, 2006
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toddlertoes says:
"Rachels photos made me join Flickr. When I came across Rachels stream, I just couldn't believe it. I was and still am so impressed by her talent, I am hooked as everyone else, curious, checking everyday, amazed by her photos. Her technique, creativeness, humor and love for what she does shine through in every photo. Thank you Rachel for sharing your fabulous inspirational work!!"
17th July, 2006
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Klifton says:
""Sesame's" ambition and dedication to art behind the camera is amazing! Her photos have a consistant greatness that only a few can claim to! The colors, composition and quality of all her work is amazing! I can't even keep up with the quantity (with quality) of work that she seems to produce! Definitely setting a higher standard for the rest of us! :)"
10th April, 2006
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Jinky says:
"Gorgeous work. You can sense her love for the little ones she photographs."
31st March, 2006
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Jill A. Brown says:
"Sesame Ellis,
Your work is fantastic! You have such a gift of capturing children and life with beauty and grace. I love your work and look forward to every image you post."3rd January, 2006
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*northpolemama* says:
"The light and color and "glowingness" of each and every photograph Sesame takes is something I really admire and aspire to. She has such a wonderful gift. (I just wish she would share her sparkly eye treatment with all of us, LOL!)"
17th December, 2005
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mymsie says:
"I have such a great time with Rachel! Thank god I found another mom out there to spend time with; not just because we're both moms but because I actually like her. AND, she is one of my favorite photographers! She keeps me on my toes. She helps me to be a better photographer; Thank you."
14th December, 2005
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Rebsana says:
"Rachel's photos are all the proof you need that she is a talent to behold and to be inspired by. She's a photographing Rock Star, pure and simple."
28th November, 2005
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paigewatkins says:
"Her pictures are amazing, they are beautiful and eye catching. I look forward every time she has added new pictures to see what they are."
9th November, 2005
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mchughx3 says:
"Sesame Ellis,
Your pictures are as beautiful as you are. You have such a great fashion sense, and a great eye to boot. It has been a great honor to be involved in your life. Thanks for making my daughter the super star that she will someday become! mchughx3."26th September, 2005









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