Shelley Dee Photography: May 2013

Wednesday, May 29, 2013

Self Portraits {Capturing the Women Within} Portrait & Wedding Photography | Marin, Napa, Sonoma County Photographer...Shelley Hohe

A self portrait can be so intimidating and I know for myself I am not comfortable being on the other side of the camera. As a business owner, mom and wife, I know the importance of having a portrait. Especially with my business I want my clients to see who Shelley of Shelley Dee Photography is. This video from the very gifted photographer MeRa Koh is great for those who may be feeling the same way I am. Whether you are a business owner, wife or mom, you are unique and play a very important role in others lives. This is why it's so important to have a self portrait and be captured right where you are at in this very season you are in. That way you will end up with a beautiful photo for your clients to see who you are, for your children to see what their mom looked like when they were younger or for your husband to have that special photo sitting on his desk as he is away at work all day. So ladies whether you set up a camera and take a picture of yourself or hire a photographer to come take your photo, remember how important a photo of YOU can be!!

Video by MeRa Koh...

Simple tips for a flattering photo...

1. I know it may feel uncomfortable but one way for a flattering photo is to stick your chin out, by doing this it will hide your double chin and make your neck line look slender.

2. Angle yourself when leaning into the camera, never stand or sit directly facing the camera.

3. Have your photographer stand above you pointing the camera down towards you when taking your picture. This will make your head look bigger giving you the optical illusion of a smaller body....we all know us women want this!

4. Dress in sleek and simple clothes. I always suggest solid colors with a nice chunky necklace or scarf.

5. If you want to go for more of a glamour look go out and get your hair and makeup professionally done. What a treat this would be! I can hook you up with the best hair stylists and makeup artists in Marin and Sonoma County.

Don't let your fear get in the way of a self portrait. If this amazing photographer ...Captivating Photography in Roseburg Oregon can make me look good in this photo, you can too. I would love to be able to capture your beautiful women within. Call me and we can chat about the details!

Lifestyle, Portrait & Wedding Photographer serving Marin, Sonoma & Napa Counties

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Wednesday, May 15, 2013

Victorian Spring Themed Bridal Shoot {Sonoma, CA.} Portrait & Wedding Photography | Marin, Napa, Sonoma County Photographer...Shelley Hohe

In the last few years of my business I have come to realize how much I would love to start photographing weddings. This does not surprise me for the fact I love LOVE and I am a hopeless romantic! Besides my love of photography and weddings, I also love designing and planning. Being a wedding photographer I get to be a part of all of this. It is such a joy being able to capture love and all the details that have gone into the planning process of a couples big day. For the fact I am new in photographing weddings I decided to put together a bridal shoot to add to my portfolio. When I first started planning this shoot I had a vision for exactly what I wanted, but that's all this was...a vision. I couldn't have done this shoot without collaborating with 8 other local vendors in the wedding industry and our beautiful model. What I thought was going to be a simple bridal shoot turned out to be more beautiful than I could have ever imagined. All of us working together and providing what we do best made this stylized shoot perfect. Without one of us would have been a missing piece to a beautiful puzzle.

The theme I decided to go with was a

Victorian Romantic Spring Themed Bridal Shoot

located in beautiful Sonoma California.

I am so thankful for our model and every vendor who took part in this.

I couldn't have done this without each of them!

I would love to send a special thanks to my mom for being such a huge support and helping me.

Also to Ramekins and The Generals Daughter

thank you so much for accommodating us for this special shoot!!!

To find out more about each of the vendors check out their websites at the end of this post.

Beautiful wedding dress and hair piece provided by Brides 'n Maids

Such a stunning hair style by Hair Artistry by Gabrielle

I love these flowers designed by Diane at Divine Creations Floral Design

Amazing cake and desserts made by Jandal Sweets

Tables, Chairs, Linens and Tableware provided by Encore Events Rentals

Invitations, Stationary, Place Cards and Table Numbers designed by Paperwhite

Gorgeous Venue located in Sonoma... The Generals Daughter

Flawless Makeup by Makeup Artist Jennifer Sloat

Thanks to our exquisite model... Mackenzie Brilz

You can also view our work published in Borrowed and Blue Destination Weddings

Vendors

Venue... The Generals Daughter

Wedding and Event Rentals... Encore Event Rentals

Florist... Divine Creations Floral Design

Wedding Dress and Hair Piece... Brides 'n Maids

Hair... Hair Artistry by Gabrielle

Make up... Jennifer Sloat

Cake and Desserts... Jandal Sweets

Invitations and Stationary... Paperwhite

Wedding Photographer... Shelley Dee Photography

Model... Mackenzie Brilz

Lifestyle, Portrait & Wedding Photographer serving Marin, Sonoma & Napa Counties

415.827.9646 ~ www.shelleydeephotography.com

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Wednesday, May 8, 2013

Future Senior Rep {Jordan} Portrait & Wedding Photography | Marin, Napa, Sonoma County Photographer...Shelley Hohe

Meet Jordan my future Senior Rep...isn't she beautiful!! I met Jordan through a friend and I am so glad I did because I had so much fun capturing this natural beauty with my camera. Jordan won't be a senior until 2014 but I must say she is so mature for her age. Not only is she beautiful, but she is also a smart girl with a great head on her shoulders! I can tell she will have a very bright future ahead of her. The day of the session we met in the early morning to beat the bright sun. We found some beautiful locations and literally the very last photo I took (which was my favorite photo) the sun was beaming and bright. It was a perfect note to end this perfect session with this amazing young lady.

This first photo was actually the last photo I captured...I loved how

the orchard gave us the perfect shade from the bright sun right before we ended our session!