I wanted to share some of my favorites from this summer thus far.  There are so many more to come from these and other weddings.

Carr & Lindsey -

What a fun weekend!  Carr and Lindsey were just so sweet and easy to photograph.  They were married at First United Methodist Church in Duncanville, TX followed by a gorgeous reception at the Wyatt Mansion in Waxahachie.

Chris & Erin are getting married this next weekend.  They are a super sassy couple...I can't wait for this weekend!

Chase and Jesika had a beautiful wedding in Jesika's parent's backyard.  These two are just so in love.  What a wonderful couple!

Dusty & Annie...amazingness!  They are just so kind and loads of fun! 

Hey everyone!  Wedding season is in full swing...sorry for the lack of blogging!  I have been traveling about 10 - 20 hours a week for the past 6 weeks.  I promise to catch up soon.  For now, here is a shot from this last week!

I recently asked for your votes for the Flare Competition that I entered.  While I did not get the overall popular vote, the judges voted for the grand prize.  I got a call from a good friend at midnight after a wedding this past Saturday telling me that I won!  I am still in shock. 

I am super excited!  Thank you all soooooooooooo much for your votes!  And, if you want to see the final decision, just go to http://flarecompetition.blogspot.com.

Do you have a passion for photography?  Are you starting a photography business but aren't sure where to begin?  It's time to Let Go!

Let Go is an intensive1 1/2 day workshop for those people just starting in the photography industry.  We will cover camera basics, advanced camera skills, flash and other lighting techniques, retouching and photoshop techniques, and business basics...everything you need to start a photography business.

Join us August 21 - 23 at The Corinthian Bed & Breakfast near downtown Dallas.

We will start Friday with a Meet and Greet get together.  Then, we will begin early Saturday morning with camera skills, posing, and lighting.  That evening, we will stage a fake wedding so you can experience a day in the life of a wedding photographer.  We will end the night with more advanced lighting and a night shoot.  Sunday we will cover photoshop and business skills followed by more sessions.

There are only 8 spots available as I want everyone to have personal attention.

So, down to the nitty gritty...

The cost is $800 per person and includes Friday night meet and greet, lunch and snacks Saturday and Sunday,1 1/2 days of intensive teaching, models, and other wonderful goodies!

We have rented the entire bed and breakfast for the weekend. We have 4 suites available for anyone who is interested. If you would like to stay with us at the bed and breakfast, there is an additional fee ranging from $60 - $125 depending on which suite you book and if you have a roommate. That fee will include your lodging for Friday and Saturday nights, gourmet breakfast, and late night chats with me! \

Interested?  Email me at shan@shanrenee.com.

So, won't you Let Go...