Tips for Taking Photos With Your Dog at Your Engagement Session

More than ever, I've recently had a quite a few of my clients inquire about bringing their dogs to their engagement sessions. I always tell them to bring their furry friends along with them, because it allows your session and photos to be more personalized! I've come a long way from the first session I ever photographed with a couple and their pup, and have gathered a few tips to prep my clients (and their fur babies) to make sure their session goes smoothly!

Wedding Planning, Session Information, Tips for Brides, Tips for GroomsShaina DiazSeptember 14, 2016Wee Burn Country Club IncCT engagement photographer, NYC engagement photographer, CT engagement session, CT wedding photographer, NYC wedding photographer, Westchester Wedding Photographer, Hudson Valley Wedding Photographer, tips for brides, tips for taking photos with your dog, Reference, Wedding Inspiration, helpful tips Comments

Who is The Shaina Lee Bride?

Over the past few years, I've had the pleasure of photographing many beautiful couples on one of the most spectacular days of their lives. During this time, I've spent countless hours of thinking about who The Shaina Lee Bride and The Shaina Lee Couple truly are. What are their interests? What's their wedding style? What is their outlook on love and life?

Wedding Planning, Tips for BridesShaina DiazAugust 26, 2016Shaina Lee PhotographyShaina Lee Photography, CT NYC + Destination Wedding Photographer, CT wedding photographer, NYC wedding photographer, Westchester Wedding PhotographerComment

AvantGarde Design | Vendor Love

I'm very happy to introduce you all to Barbara of AvantGarde Design today! I met Barbara a couple months back when we collaborated on a styled shoot together and couldn't have enjoyed working with her more! Her designs are timeless, elegant and beautiful, and always seem to take my breath away.

Wedding PlanningShaina DiazAugust 15, 2016Shaina Lee PhotographyShaina Lee Photography, CT NYC + Destination Wedding Photographer, CT stationary designer, CT NYC + Destination Engagement Photographer, Norwalk CT, Norwalk CT Wedding Photographer, Fairfield County Wedding Photographer, Westchester Wedding Photographer, Vendor Love, Connecticut wedding vendorComment

ABStyled | Vendor Love

Alonda of ABStyled is an event designer and prop stylist, and loves working with people who want to bring their design dreams to life for their wedding day! I met Alonda in early May while I was photographing headshots for a fellow Connecticut business owner and recently collaborated on a fun project together. I was blown away by her talent and sharp eye for detail.!

Wedding PlanningShaina DiazJuly 25, 2016Shaina Lee PhotographyABStyled, Designer Dwellings, Vendor Love, Connecticut wedding vendor, CT wedding stylist + designer, Connecticut photographer, nyc wedding photographerComment

Avé Rivera Studio | Vendor Love

A few weeks back, I had the pleasure of once again working with my good friend Avé, a local ceramic artist! She is a member of The Nutmeg Collective, a wonderful group of Connecticut artists and makers. Avé and I met during our freshman year of college, and have grown together as artists ever since!

Wedding Planning, BrandingShaina DiazJuly 18, 2016Shaina Lee PhotographyAvenue Clay Studio, Avé Rivera Studio, New Haven CT artist, ceramic artist, ceramics, handmade, CT maker, head shots, The Rising Tide Society, Community Over Competition, Vendor LoveComment

A Few of My Favorite Things | Chanel Coco Mademoiselle

My sister-in-law recently introduced me to what is now my favorite perfume on the planet, Chanel Coco Mademoiselle! Of any fragrance I've ever worn, from my Bath & Body Works Sheer Freesia days in high school to Philosophy's Amazing Grace on my wedding day, the soft and clean scent is my favorite thing about this perfume!