Jayme & Stephen's Engagement!

The longest engagement session ever occurred this past Friday - it began in Alabaster and went all the way to Montgomery! I had so much fun getting to know Jayme and Stephen on this session! And what a beautiful couple - their love for each other is so deep and expressive, it was not difficult to get some of the gorgeous results you see in their images! I'm looking forward to their 'vintage'-inspired wedding this June.

BUT - the real story - Jayme and Stephen became famous (we found out) after starting the session at Old Navy - where Stephen PROPOSED!!! It was so fun - the store manager informed us they had made their newsletter. It was only appropriate to get a few reenactment shots of the impromptu proposal...and a few candids in the dressing room. The ring shot on the hanger was Stephen's idea ;)

my 'nephews'...

My best friend from college, Sam, has two little boys I got to visit last week while passing through Indianapolis to see my Grandma. Here's just a few quick shots the morning I was there. These are the sweetest little boys in the world.

Stephanie's bridal session!

It couldn't be a more beautiful day for Stephanie's bridal session! And she is definitely a beautiful bride! We photographed her at so many unique locations at her friend's historical house amidst the cotton fields east of Montgomery. There were sooooo many settings, we just spent all afternoon finding more creative backgrounds and photo opportunities!  I will let the images tell the story...

Bridal and Engagement Session opportunity at the beach!

We'll be photographing an awesome couple the end of March (28-29th) on the Gulf Coast - Orange Beach, Alabama. Since we'll be there for 2 days, I'm extending an offer to any other brides that have not booked their bridal or engagement session yet to consider a drive south to the beach for your shoot! It's no extra cost to you since we'll be there! You may not be having a beach wedding, but consider some beach photos that are just as priceless and creative! Just a thought....!

Stephanie & Theron's engagement!

Well, I always say this, but I mean it! Here's the cutest couple ever! Stephanie is a former native of Montgomery, but met her sweetheart, Theron, in Macon, Georgia at a bike club! Soooo I had to photograph them using their bikes in some of the shots! They were happy to bring them out this past Saturday. We had some perfect weather at Shakespeare Festival park. I thought Theron was going to take off on his bike, never to return for another photo, lol!

Stephanie and Theron are on their way to get married in less than 2 months! I'm looking forward to their wedding, I know it will be a wonderful event!

Maya's Belly Dance Hafla!

I had the opportunity  to photograph a hafla this past Sunday night...that's right - a PAR-TAY! But not just another party - a belly dancing party! Maya Salm of Maya's Belly Dancing and her students put on a wonderful show that entertained everyone at Noble's Restaurant in downtown Montgomery. 

Check out the beautiful ladies...I'll have the images posted in a gallery by tomorrow (Wednesday). Go to the Proofs section of www.shaeowens.com and type in the password: maya

Please email any questions to shae.owens@gmail.com....and check out Maya's site (www.mayasbellydancing.multiply.com) for classes and information! Belly dancing is a beautiful dance form for all women! Any gals in need of photos, they are running at a special price until February 6th:  $5/digital file, or $10 for (2) 5x7s or (1) 8x10....I just need to know the image number. 

Thanks again, Maya! Love the costumes!

BRIDAL SHOW this Sunday!!!!

I'll be at the All About Weddings Bridal Show this Sunday! It's held at the Renaissance Montgomery Hotel & Spa from 10 AM to 4 PM. Stop by and say hello... There will be lots to look at and many photography incentives only available at this show!

little Davis on the way...

Chad & Haley took a moment out of their busy schedule for an uncertain maternity session...it's one of those shoots during a time most women would rather not have a photo taken of them - but it's such a precious time in some women's life, it's something to consider! I'm so glad Haley reassured Chad to be a part of it too!

Thanks for driving so far to the studio, Haley and Chad - here's a small outtake, we captured some beautiful images! I'm looking forward to photographing the first few days of Davis's life in the real world!