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? 

Fall Family Portraits

Our autumn is making up for our lack of a summer, I think... I can barely believe it's the middle of November and I'm still doing outdoor family portraits without even having to bring a jacket.

Say hello to Jocelyn, Lamont, Rocky, and Faith!

Family Portraits - "J" Family

 A quick sneak peek from another fall family session!  So much for autumn colours - fall came and went as quickly as it always seems to - but at least we had sunshine!

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

Ali and Matt - Just Married!

A few images from yesterday's beautiful wedding at Kamp Kiwanis in Bragg Creek, Alberta.  Ali and Matt had an amazing day!

They opted for a "first look" before the ceremony - so nice to have these quiet, peaceful moments together before the chaos starts.

From there, we did portraits around the camp. 

Ali, you're a knockout.

Matt, you can pull off a Sears Repairman tie like no one I've yet met. 

Who know outhouses would make a neat portrait location? 

Ali and Matt, you two were a blast to work with.   I know I said this about ten times yesterday, but it's couples like you that make my job easy; you're gorgeous, you're so obviously in love, and all I have to do is show up and press a button.  

All the best to you both as you begin your lives together! 

Natasha and Phil - Wedding

"In love, there are no mistakes."  Wonderful words from the bride's mom at Natasha and Phil's wedding yesterday.  While I've just gotten to know Natasha and Phil, I can attest that they are so fun, so caring, and have such good, kind hearts; their family and friends know this, of course.  They are genuine and real and so is their love.  Also, they have GREAT taste in music. AND they sent me home with Crave Cupcakes... so, yeah... all in all, it was a pretty fantastic day!

Their bridal party was so much fun and a total group of lookers. Made my job really easy, that's for  sure! 

And one shot from the reception (which was so full of amazing details that it might just need its own blog post later on...)

Congratulations! 

Michelle and Martin - Just Married!

Yesterday was a beautiful day for a wedding and Michelle and Martin couldn't have made better use of it... what a contrast from the rain pouring down my windows as I write this blog post not 24 hours later.

Pearce Estate Park provided some beautiful photo ops after the ceremony.

Congratulations!