Boudoir Marathon - Sneak Peeks!

This was my last boudoir marathon for a little while, and as usual, I totally lucked out with an amazing group of fun, gorgeous girls who were super easy to work with.  What a great note to end on!  I think we should just let the pictures speak for themselves... don't you? 

Last chance, last minute boudoir!

Want to heat things up under the mistletoe this year?  Shale Photography is offering one more chance to WOW him with boudoir photos this winter, just in time for Christmas.

Last Minute, Last Chance Boudoir Mini-Marathon

November 25, 2010 

Hotel Alma, NW Calgary

$415 includes hair and makeup by Jackie Johnson, a one-hour photo shoot (4-5 outfit changes) with Shannon Lane of Shale Photography, 40-50 digital negatives (including five fully retouched) on a disc, and one 5x7" metallic print in a black presentation folder.

Yes, your digital negatives are INCLUDED and yes, you can print, email, and post these images as you wish. Compare that to other boudoir shoots where your digital negatives are an EXTRA $595! 

Bookings must be finalized by Monday, November 22, 2010. Don't delay - book now! Contact Shannon via email at info@shalephotography.com or phone at 403-808-0307.

Boudoir Beauties

I love what I do!  I had another wonderful boudoir marathon this past Saturday with five fun, gorgeous women joining me at the Four Points Sheraton for a makeover by Jackie Johnson and a photo shoot.  Here are just a few of the fantastic images we created.

Thank you to the staff at the Sheraton - they were WONDERFUL and treated me like royalty, including a free upgrade to the honeymoon suite (nice touch!) - and as well to the magnificent Jackie Johnson, makeup artist extraordinaire.  Jackie has opened her own salon on 17th Avenue - visit http://www.maddpretty.com/ for more information!

Boudoir is BACK! Now booking!

Did you miss out last time? Don't miss this chance - Boudoir is BACK (and just in time for some HOT holiday gift-giving!)

Shale Photography has another boudoir photography marathon on November 6, 2010 at the Calgary Four Points Sheraton - limited spots are available and space is filling up quickly! 

(Want to get a heads-up on events like this? Join the Shale Photography Facebook Fan Page - members were notified two weeks ago!)

This is a wonderful opportunity to have some special images created for your significant other as a gift; perfect for newlyweds, birthday gifts, or just to say "I Love You" and remind him how lucky he really is! Boudoir photos also make a great gift for the first anniversary, which is traditionally a "paper" gift.  And of course, Christmas is coming!

What is boudoir photography?
"Boudoir" is the French word for bedroom, where these photo shoots will be done. Boudoir images are personal, beautiful images created in an intimate session. Most often, women wear lingerie or other beautiful, personal, or sensual articles for these sessions. Boudoir images make an excellent gift and are a perfect way to capture women looking their best at a time when they are at their most beautiful.

What is a boudoir marathon? 
A "marathon" photo shoot is where multiple clients are booked in the same day in the same location. The photographer is able to shoot multiple sessions in a short period of time. By doing this, we are able to provide a great location and service at a reasonable cost.

The details:
Date: November 6, 2010
Time: Sessions booked on the hour; first session at 9:00 am and the last session at 4:00 pm.
Location: Four Points Sheraton, Calgary
Cost: $350 (tax included!)

What's included:
Your session will include the following:
-A 45-minute session with Shannon Lane of Shale Photography

-A one-hour hair and makeup session with Jackie Johnson of Makeup By Jackie
-Private use of a Deluxe King Suite at the luxurious Four Points Sheraton in Calgary for your session
-A glass of wine to help you relax
-A DVD with 40-50 of your best images, including 5 fully retouched
-Personal usage and printing rights for your images
-A 5x7 photograph in a black folder, printed professionally in a beautiful metallic finish.
-Drinks and snacks will be provided while you wait

What about privacy?
Your session will be photographed one-on-one with Shannon. There will be no other people present in the photography area of the room. Other clients may be having their hair and make-up done in the foyer of the room; this area will be separated by a curtain.

What do I need to do to prepare?
You will want to bring a selection of outfits for your session; 3-4 outfits is plenty. This can include lingerie, a sports jersey, a favourite pair of jeans that your man loves; anything you feel beautiful and sexy in. Feel free to bring props as well; anything personal to yourself or your significant other is great, such as a cowboy hat or boots, your wedding veil, or jewelery. As well, don't forget shoes! Heels lengthen and thin the legs and look fantastic in boudoir photos.

How long does it take to receive the images?
Your images will be ready for you in 4-6 weeks; yes, you will have them for Christmas! Rush service is available in special circumstances and fees may apply.

What is your cancellation policy?
Due to the marathon nature of these sessions, it is important that you are able to attend your schedule session. If you must cancel, it is expected that you will find someone to take your spot. Refunds are not available once sessions are booked. 

I tried to book a session and everything was fully booked! Are you offering another date?
We will keep a wait list if things fill up; if you would like to be added to the wait list, please contact Shannon and she will add your name. If there is enough demand, a second marathon will be booked.

Any other questions? Please don't hesitate to contact Shannon Lane at  info@shalephotography.com

Ready to book? Let's go! Contact Shannon to schedule your appointment.

Please note this is a women-only event and is restricted to women over the age of 18. All photographers, stylists, and clients present in the room will be women only.

Hope to hear from you soon!

Shannon Lane
Shale Photography
http://www.shalephotography.com
403-808-0307
info@shalephotography.com

Boudoir Marathon - Sneak Peek

A little peek of what I got up to this weekend...

This past weekend's boudoir marathon was a huge success with nine gorgeous women coming to have their portraits done at the lovely Hotel Arts in downtown Calgary.  Thank you to the fantastic women who make my job so easy and to Jackie Johnson of Makeup By Jackie for her amazing talent providing hair and makeup!

Boudoir Photography Marathon - April 17, 2010

Did you miss out last time?

Shale Photography has another boudoir photography marathon on April 17, 2010 at the Hotel Arts - limited spots are available and space is filling up quickly! 

(Want to get a heads-up on events like this? Join the Shale Photography Facebook Fan Page - members were notified first!)

This is a wonderful opportunity to have some special images created for your significant other as a gift; perfect for newlyweds, birthday gifts, or just to say "I Love You" and remind him how lucky he really is! Boudoir photos also make a great gift for the first anniversary, which is traditionally a "paper" gift.

What is boudoir photography?
"Boudoir" is the French word for bedroom, where these photo shoots will be done. Boudoir images are personal, beautiful images created in an intimate session. Most often, women wear lingerie or other beautiful, personal, or sensual articles for these sessions. Boudoir images make an excellent gift and are a perfect way to capture women looking their best at a time when they are at their most beautiful.

What is a boudoir marathon? 
A "marathon" photo shoot is where multiple clients are booked in the same day in the same location. The photographer is able to shoot multiple sessions in a short period of time. By doing this, we are able to provide a great location and service at a reasonable cost.

The details:
Date: April 17, 2010
Time: Sessions booked on the hour; first session at 9:00 am and the last session at 4:00 pm.
Location: Hotel Arts, Calgary
Cost: $200 for your photo shoot; $100 extra for hair and make-up services (price is reduced to $80 if five or more women book hair and makeup service.)

What's included:
Your session will include the following:
-A 45-minute session with Shannon Lane of Shale Photography
-Private use of a King Suite at the luxurious Hotel Arts in downtown Calgary for your session
-A glass of wine to help you relax
-A DVD with 40-50 of your best images, including 5 fully retouched
-Personal usage and printing rights for your images
-A 5x7 photograph in a black folder, printed professionally in a beautiful metallic finish.
-Drinks and snacks will be provided while you wait

If you have opted to add hair and make-up services, this service is provided by Jackie Johnson, a professional make-up artist and hair stylist in Calgary, Alberta.  You can view her website and online portfolio at  http://www.makeupbyjackie.com.

What about privacy?
Your session will be photographed one-on-one with Shannon. There will be no other people present in the photography area of the room. Other clients may be having their hair and make-up done in the foyer of the room; this area will be separated by a curtain.

What do I need to do to prepare?
You will want to bring a selection of outfits for your session; 3-4 outfits is plenty. This can include lingerie, a sports jersey, a favourite pair of jeans that your man loves; anything you feel beautiful and sexy in. Feel free to bring props as well; anything personal to yourself or your significant other is great, such as a cowboy hat or boots, your wedding veil, flowers, or jewelery. As well, don't forget shoes! Heels lengthen and thin the legs and look fantastic in boudoir photos.

How long does it take to receive the images?
Your images will be ready for you in 3-5 weeks. Rush service is available in special circumstances.

What is your cancellation policy?
Due to the marathon nature of these sessions, it is important that you are able to attend your schedule session. If you must cancel, it is expected that you will find someone to take your spot. Refunds are not available once sessions are booked. 

I tried to book a session and everything was fully booked! Are you offering another date?
We will keep a wait list if things fill up; if you would like to be added to the wait list, please contact Shannon and she will add your name. If there is enough demand, a second marathon will be booked.

Any other questions? Please don't hesitate to contact Shannon Lane at  info@shalephotography.com

Ready to book? Let's go! Contact Shannon to schedule your appointment.

Please note this is a women-only event and is restricted to women over the age of 18. All photographers, stylists, and clients present in the room will be women only.

Hope to hear from you soon!

Shannon Lane
Shale Photography
http://www.shalephotography.com
403-808-0307
info@shalephotography.com

Boudoir Photography

Stay tuned for details - another boudoir photography marathon is coming up in April 2010! Contact me if you'd like to be kept on a notification list and I'll email you with details.

Boudoir Marathon - Teasers

Well, I'm totally exhausted and feel like I've been run over by a cement truck, but it was SO worth it! The boudoir marathon today was a huge success; these ladies were not only totally gorgeous, but they were kind-hearted, hilarious, and totally willing to try something new. In the end, I think it worked in their favour! A few sneak peek pictures below... or is this a teaser? A pre-sneak-peek? There will be more to come!

Ladies, I know you'll be seeing this post - I want to see comments the next time I log in! :)

Thanks so much for being such a fantastic group and making the day so much fun. Cheers and we'll talk soon!

(A big, huge thank you to Jackie Johnson for her part in making these ladies look so phenomenal - I couldn't have done it without you!)