About sesame ellis / © rachel devine  

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!"

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!"

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."

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."

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."

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.)"

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."

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."

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!"

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!"

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!!!"

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."

[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!"

Mommyof2BeautifulGirls says:
"Rachel is the "Queen of Child Photography" I am in awe everytime she posts a new shot."

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!!"

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! :)"

Jinky says:
"Gorgeous work. You can sense her love for the little ones she photographs."

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."

*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!)"

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."

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."

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."

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."