Friday, March 30, 2012

Engagements | Contest Winners Shanlee & Lane

I hosted a contest a few months back entitled, "Show Your Love". I had a few people compete and actually entertain the fact that they would be winning a FREE* mini photo session of choice! With a week of "showing love" for Shashlye, we had a winner... Shanlee <3
Shanlee chose to use her session for her engagements! :) Yippee, me!!! I was ecstatic!! Two weekends back, I had the incredible opportunity of reuniting with her, and meeting her fiance, Lane! We had our session on a misty-rainy, chilly day.. but they were TROOPERS!!! :)
When conversing with Shanlee about her upcoming session, I asked about the little details about Lane and her, to better understand their love story, so I could make the most out of their session <3 Shanlee shared with me quite a few things, and I just lit up with multiple ideas and visions for this sweet couple's session... from the first time they met, then their first date ending at the bookstore, her reading SkippyJonJones and laughing hysterically together--- to Lane's romantic proposal, with the jewelry box birthday present---her ring tucked safely inside in the bottom drawer ...... <3 so sweet... 

We had such a wonderful session, despite the weather conditions.. they gave me funny looks when I had them pose in certain ways---especially laying them on the railroad tracks *wink*, even when I had them look up at me as the rain drops peirced their eyes! :) They laughed and enjoyed one another the whole time! :)  I pray I was able to unfold their story in these captured moments... I hope you enjoy, this sweet, contagiously precious couple, as much as I have!






Tuesday, March 27, 2012

My 1st Maternity Session | Kellen & Ashley

A HUGE THANK YOU TO THE WiNGO's! :)

I had the incredible opportunity and privilege to photograph my first Maternity Session this passed week! Thanks to an amazingly adorable couple, Kellen & Ashley Wingo! They accepted my offer of wanting to do a Portfolio Session and were exceptional participants! No matter how "kooky" the positioning or idea looked/seemed to them, they were awesome and allowed me to transform my visions into pure art in the form of a captured photograph! <3 I had such an incredible time reuniting with my long time friend, and meeting his beautiful wife, and kindling what I hope to be a long time friendship, also! I pray you all enjoy these photographs as much as I enjoyed taking them! I pour my heart into what I do, and I pray that I am able to translate my passion in the way I feel and see it for myself, for you all to enjoy just as much!

Ashley is 38 weeks, to the day, in these photographs and both, Kellen and herself, are eagerly awaiting sweet baby Jaxton Kohl! <3 She did an incredible job, and of course, looks SO GREAT!!!! :) Thank you both again, and all you fans out there.. I pray you enjoy these photographs!







I have another collage set, but I am going to wait until the Wingo's get their CD to put it up.. <3



Wednesday, March 21, 2012

Mini Newborn + Family | The Kings :)


I had the honor of doing a mini newborn session with sweet new baby Keaton King, 11 days young! <3 Kevin & Stacie thankfully took me up on the offer of doing a Portfolio Session and I was able to capture my 1st newborn! :) He is so amazingly precious in every way!!! :) I absolutely love newborns, something about them that is just so incredible! ah, such beautiful innocence! <3 I enjoyed reuniting and visiting with Stacie and Kevin! Such a sweet, precious family!! I hope to be able to finish our session, but if not, I still managed to snag some gems! <3 Take a look at this precious little family and beautiful baby boy! :)

Stacie and Kevin, Keaton is perfection and I pray God continues to
bless your lives each and every day!! <3 








My 1st Engagement + Family Session | Tre, Kelsey & Aubrey


I, Shashlye Photography, had the pleasure of photographing this adorable family on Friday last week! I apologize that I am "just now" blogging about it, but thankfully, I have been busy!! :) YAY!

Anyways, Tre and Kelsey have been together for about 7.5 years! & have a little girl, Aubrey, who is just beautiful! They thankfully heard about me from a friend, and contacted me! They informed me they were getting married very soon and needed to get invites out right away! They had their ring on order, so we weren't able to photograph with it... BUT, thankfully, I came up with a cute CrackerJack box idea, and they loved it! We had such a blast! I look forward to getting to work with them again! Congratulations, Tre & Kelsey! This is my first Engagement + Family Session, and I so I was very excited to be able to share my visions and get them out in the form of a photograph! Thanks to Tre & Kelsey for sharing this amazing spot downtown, to enhance such incredible images!!! :)
May God continue to bless your lives together!! :)




Wednesday, March 14, 2012

The Wilson Family | My 1st "Baby's 1st" Birthday Session.

I am so excited to share this sweet family with you all!! One, we are LONG time friends and seeing their baby girl and all her personality shine through, ahhhh what a blessing!! :) Two, getting to capture them in doing my very 1st Baby's 1st/Cake Smash was so exciting!!! I have had tons of thoughts and ideas flooding my brain for about 3 months now, and so I am very thankful to my friends for allowing me to share my creativity with them in using my heart & camera! :)
We had an incredible time yesterday with the Wilson Family as I captured their precious baby girl, Paige on her 1st birthday!! :) She did an outstanding job and was just so bright eyed and happy! I was so excited and had such a blast with this sweet family! :) Here are some sneaks from the session!! Enjoy! Be sure to check out my Photography links on the top of this blog for information on scheduling your perfect session today!







Sunday, March 11, 2012

Hi there!!

I apologize now, if this post has errors or seems funky! I am updating from an app on my cell phone, not ideal, but al I have currently :/ was supposed to have internet a week ago....but, you know how those set up things usually go, you end up dancing for awhile back and forth with the company... :/
Anyways....
I kept pushing this off until I had internet, so I am sorry for the delay! :/ a couple of announcements:
1. Spring Minis are no longer. Not enough interest.. =( Maybe, next time.
2. Added a NEW feature to my ShashlyePhotography page on Facebook!! I am very excited about it!! Each week my page will determine the week's Top Fan, and that winner will receive whatever the offered winning is for that particular week! Lots of fun to be had! You show love by, commenting, liking, sharing, etc...and you in turn get rewarded! :)
3. If you are planning or thinking about booking a session, please contact me! :) I would love to talk with you! My days are filling up, so if you are wanting Mother'sDay, Spring, Maternity, Newborn, or Birthdays, etc... anything with a deadline date, please do NOT hesitate to contact me :)

Ty-soon! Now go show me some love on FB! ;)

Saturday, February 18, 2012

We Have a Winner!!

The "Show Your Love" for Shashlye Photography contest has come to an end. This was a contest where people would share the photo and then send their friends over to Shashlye Photography "liking the page" as well as "commenting" with the name of the person who sent them! =) Started off slow, but ended up getting a pretty close run in the end.... Thank you to ALL who participated!!! There will be more contests coming  your way, so be sure you "like" Shashlye Photography, as well as Shashlye, and follow this blog to stay up on what is new, discounts, promotionals, giveaways, etc!!!

And now... the moment we have all been waiting for! Only one person can be the winner! Receiving a MiniYou Photo Session of choice.....

Drum roll, please.....

Congratualtions, Ms Shanlee! I will be messaging you/emailing you soon for details and what you have in mind for your FREE session!!! Thank you again, and I am very excited to be working with you!!! YAY!!! Congratulations!!!! :)


Friday, February 17, 2012

SHOW YOUR LOVE!

Contest "Show Your Love" is coming to an end tonight! =) Thank you to all who have participated, whether you entered or voted for your dear friends! Thank you all!!! =) A big hello and warm welcome to all of our new fans!!!! Excited to have you! The winner will be announced tomorrow morning via BLOG! Yes, this very one! EXCiTiNG! There weren't as many participants as I had hoped for, but excited for the ones I have!! Being new and just starting out it is tough, I know, but I am very excited for all the upcoming events and ideas I have planned!!! =)

After this comes to an end, and the weekend passes by, I am excited to announce that we will be doing EXPEDiTED CONTESTS!!! What is that exactly you ask?! Well, there will be a WiNNER EVERY HOUR!!! So stay tuned for your chance to win EVERY HOUR! I am not sure what day we will be begin, but it will be a lot of fun, and you will have lots of chances to win many different types of freebies!! =) You won't want to miss out! Here is a sneak peek at the expedited contests coming SOON!!!! <3



Thursday, February 9, 2012

Mind is PLANNiNG!

hi there!!!

I am excited about MANY things right now!!! First and foremost, WE ARE MOViNG!!! =) My family and I have decided we need to be closer to family and are heading back to Oklahoma! <3 Very exciting!!

Not stopping my thoughts, and inspirations... NO NO NO... if anything, ENHANCiNG! I have many BiG PLANS & iDEAS and I cannot wait to channel them all correctly and one by one.... So expect big, fun, exciting things coming your way from Shashlye!

I am broadening my creative belt, by getting more serious about my crochet hand. I will be attending a workshop, so I can bring you those adorable little newborn-toddler props.... beanies, bonnets, character beanies, leg warmers, diaper/bottom covers, etc.... as well as the tulle/frilly side of things... will be making more TUTUs, dresses, bows, etc. =) So yes, I am very excited about what my creative hands will be bringing forth in these next few months!!!

As for the side of me that is always with camera in hand... I have tons and tons of ideas and creative looks that I want so badly to see in front of me, and printed out .... channeling, and translating my artistic hand and passion for photography into captured photographs for you and your family!!! Sooooooo, I may be contacting you for Portfolio Sessions, if you haven't already come to me.... and when  you do WATCH OUT and go with the flow... :) I canNOT wait to share my visions with all of you!!! <3 Thank you AHEAD of TiME!!! #Excited!

I am also teaming up with a friend/photographer, Jacquelyn, from With Faith Comes Photography, in bigger events and newborn sessions.... we will aid each other on propping, bringing a second pair of eyes, as well as an extra set of hands!! =) We will be making plans for Event/Marathon photo shoots, as well as bigger events, such as weddings, parties, etc... having two photographers who have a passion and love for this industry, and an eye for creativity! Beauty-licious by Shashlye, will be available for these types of items.... which means there will be a HairStylist/MakeUpArtist on the scene at all times! So very excited for what is in store for the two of us! ShashlyePhotography + WithFaithComesLovePhotography = Two Aspiring Photographers, ready to Capture Beautiful Unique You! <3

On my web assisting, web design, bulletin, posters, watermark creating side... I am hoping to continue obtaining clients and helping them bring out the best of what they have to offer through the web!! =)


Sighhh... as for now, all of these things are being planned, but being post-poned, until my arrival date in Oklahoma!!! So please be sure to FOLLOW my blog and receive your updates, so you don't miss out on anything!!! =)

With that all being said, I will close with this last thing.... from Shashlye Photography.

"I am looking for two lucky ladies interested in a maternity session! So please, if you are interested visit my page and "like" it and leave some love on my wall... also, email me at Shashlye@ymail.com! Thank you and God bless!"