Here I keep a journal of my couples, their engagement sessions, and their wedding days. I also post tips for couples planning weddings and tips for new and upcoming wedding photographers.
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Is There A Best Time To Have A Wedding?

One of the biggest questions I get asked is: Is there a best time to have a wedding? According to Google, there is! Google would say June, September, and October are the best months to plan a wedding, with June being the most popular because of the weather. But I say… The best time to […]

November 23, 2022

is there a best time to have a wedding?

Wedding Tips

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Skincare and Makeup Tips for Great Wedding Photos

This one is NOT just for my brides… guys can get pampered, too! This is one topic I couldn’t wait to write about. Do you want to your skin to glow for all your wedding photography sessions? Do you want to feel confident and gorgeous? Best question: Do you want to get *compliments* on your […]

November 18, 2022

Photography Tips

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What to Wear for Your Engagement Session

CONGRATS!! You’re engaged! What?!? That means it’s time to start planning one of the best times of your life! THE WEDDIING. But wait… it’s time for the engagement session first! Oh, but wait again!!… What will you wear for your engagement session?!? Do not stress… I got you! You want to create your outfits based […]

October 6, 2022

Engagements, Weddings

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WEDDING DAY PHOTOGRAPHY “CHECKLIST”

We all know wedding day can be a very stressful and overwhelming day. You have SO much going on around you! With your wedding planner asking you questions, your mom trying to calm you down (but we all know, it just makes it worse), or your soon-to-be partner leaves their suit at home… So much […]

October 3, 2022

wedding day first kiss

Photography Tips, Wedding Tips, Weddings

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Details to Have Ready for Your Wedding Photographer

No need to worry, soon-to-be newlyweds, Shalae Byrd Photography is here to let you in on ALL the details you want to have ready to go when your wedding photographer arrives on your BIG DAY! From your invitation suite to your rings, and everything in between, we are talking about it all! First things first, […]

September 26, 2022

detail photo for your wedding

Wedding Tips, Weddings

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