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  • Shelby Chante' Photography

    I have sat in my extremely uncomfortable office chair for at least two hours now, contemplating what my story is; wondering if I have one. I am going to try really hard to express how special this particular shoot and photography is to me in one blog post. I still cannot believe I get to write one. I am beyond honored! style shoot-5169

    We moved to Willow Springs my freshman year of high school. Literally, there is not even a stoplight in this town. Not ideal for a teenager.  My mom was pregnant or about to be soon, with her sixth child. We didn’t have a dime to our name. I was the kid that wore the same clothes every other two or three days. I didn’t have extra money for deodorant, let alone a camera. My mom and stepdad took us to church when they could. When they couldn’t we rode the church bus. There was always prayer in our home. When you aren’t blessed in one way, you are in another. However, it is very hard being in high school and not having extra money to do things. I was blessed by the friendships I made at Willow. There was always a friend offering to buy me a drink at sonic after school, drive me home, or buy me much needed deodorant.

    I took a photography class taught by my absolute favorite teacher. He introduced me to the Canon Rebel. I fell in love with the sound it made when I would snap a photo. I didn’t want to give it back. Teachers are so important! I hate to get off subject, but I would not be a photographer if not for the encouragement from Mr. Spence and Mrs. Griffith. I never felt poor, dirty, or like I was going nowhere with my life, in their classes.

    By the time I graduated, I had no idea what I was going to college for but I was able to get a grant, so I had to go. I rented a wonderful crappy little house with my best friend and took photos for people in the community for 50.00. They were horrible photos! You guys would cry. For real. I didn’t care! I couldn’t believe that people wanted to give me money for doing something I loved.

    Next, I married a studly man from Ava, MO. I moved to another small town (this one does have two stoplights). My husband told me I don’t get to be a trophy wife and to get a job! I never finished college (does an associate's degree, count?). To keep doing what I loved, I needed to try harder. I pushed out a gorgeous little girl named Scarlett last February but he still insisted that I bring home the bacon. I opened up my first studio in Ava this year and couldn’t be any prouder of myself.styledshoot-5100style shoot-5005style shoot-4753style shoot-4584style shoot-5230style shoot-4955style shoot-4431style shoot-5278style shoot-4869style shoot-4671style shoot-5411style shoot-6081style shoot-6087style shoot-6152style shoot-5507When Jaime with the Vintage Rental Co. asked me to photograph for a styled shoot she was doing in the Willow area to bring brides and vendors to our small town, I was stoked. I was able to work with amazing women. All women! I am constantly meeting incredible women, but these ladies from my little speck of earth, have had to work from the ground up and overcome obstacle after obstacle to get where they are now. I have a small studio in a small town. I live in rural Missouri. We are surrounded by small towns! I am extremely happy to inform you guys that we are doing big things! We are business owners, mothers, and daughters to an amazing God that is doing great things for us. I really hope that you are able to feel and see all of that in one photo shoot.style shoot-4938

    My name is Shelby Chante’ Hall (I'm on the far right with the lily white legs). I own Shelby Chante’ Photography. Chante’ is pronounced “shon-tay”, just so you know, and weddings are my true passion. I love the dresses. I love the drunk groomsmen that say vulgar things to my assistant. I love the obscene amounts of cake I get to eat. I love even more, that people still pay me to do something that God made me to do.

    COMPANY:  Shelby Chante' Photography

    WEBSITE: http://www.shelbychantephotography.com

    SOCIAL: Facebook

  • {Oceanshore Photography} San Diego Fine Art Portrait & Wedding Photography by Sandra Kourah

    Capturing Stories of Heart & Soul

    A diamond in the rough is how I see the world. I look through my lens and words come to mind, from each wave that washes ashore to embrace the grains of sand that provides me my sanctuary, to the gurgles and giggles of little angels, to the quiet stolen unseen moment between a bride and her groom as they begin their journey to forever. I believe in each one of us lies dormant untapped possibilities; I believe in every choice we make we can choose to tap into our unlimited possibilities and to see the world as an unlimited source of brilliance I believe in capturing the heart & soul of your story.

    While all my sessions are dear to me as I watch love unfold in every session, this Wedding was one in particular very dear to my heart. I chose to photograph my best friends wedding day instead of be a bridesmaid.

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    I went back and forth between wanting to be part of her special day or capture it. I must say I am very glad I chose to capture her day because I was able to give her something she will cherish for always, her story captured in time.

    I am a storyteller. I am an artist. I am a sister, Auntie and doggie mommy to silly Jax. I live to capture stories as they unfold naturally and as they are surrounded by the natural light that dances, twirls and falls just so to help me paint true natural beauty, inside and out. My studio is the world around us, capturing moments, natural smiles, and natural expressions. I will do whatever it takes to capture the very essence of an emotion, whether it is a stolen glance of undying devotion, a ripple of contagious laughter, a blazing sunset, a majestic mountain terrain, or a new days promising sunrise.

    This is her story. This is the Story of their Love. Captured.

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    I have learned that the ultimate happiness in life is to do what makes you smile, because life is a gift. Photography makes me smile. To capture a moment in a photograph that will last a lifetime and beyond is something very rare and special to each individual. Capturing stories is what makes my heart sing. At the end of the day our lives are a compilation of moments past, moments present, and of moments yet to happen. And to encompass them in a photograph enables us to treasure that moment with us forever. It allows us to pass on our life legacy and to pass on insights for generations..

    So smile, shine, and tell your {Story} <3

    Oceanshore Photography

    Website: www.oceanshorephotography.com

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  • Happy Movember

     

    During November each year, Movember is responsible for the sprouting of moustaches on thousands of men’s faces, in the US and around the world. With their Mo's, these men raise vital awareness and funds for men's health issues, specifically prostate and testicular cancer initiatives. Once registered at www.movember.com, men start Movember 1st clean shaven. For the rest of the month, these selfless and generous men, known as Mo Bros, groom, trim and wax their way into fine moustachery. Supported by the women in their lives, Mo Sistas, Movember Mo Bros raise funds by seeking out sponsorship for their Mo-growing efforts.

    Mo Bros effectively become walking, talking billboards for the 30 days of November. Through their actions and words they raise awareness by prompting private and public conversation around the often ignored issue of men’s health.

    At the end of the month, Mo Bros and Mo Sistas celebrate their gallantry and valor by either throwing their own Movember party or attending one of the infamous Gala Partés held around the world for Movember.

    This cause is a great and fun way to promote men's health! If you want more information or want to check out some Mo's, visit www.movember.com!



    The Indianapolis

     

    In support of men's health as well as the spirit of moustaches, Basic Invite has the Indianapolis invitation! It is like nothing you have ever seen, the Indianapolis, aka the hipster invite, is the perfect invitation for the trendy bride and groom. With it's playful lips, moustache and heart accents, the Indianapolis is sure to express your fun personality as you announce your big day to all your friends and family. I mean it is cool… but like whatever…. Change the mustache, heart, and lips colors to your wedding colors instantly online to see how The Indianapolis invite looks in your wedding colors. With thousands of possible combinations, the colors, fonts, and patterns of this invite can be customized to match your style and taste exactly.

    Invitation: The Indianapolis

    Colors: Pseudo Bronze, Coffee Bean, Watermelon, Poppy and Pearl

    Fonts: CHE and WAL

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