Hiii! Welcome to my little corner of the internet. I’m so happy you’re here. You probably want to know a little bit about who you’re hiring - I’m Shaina, based in Halifax NS, serving the maritimes + beyond. When I’m not behind the camera or at my computer editing, you can find me cuddling with my kitties, eating pizza, thrifting for vintage & home decor and travelling - I freaking adore Europe!
WELCOME
pronounced "Shay-Nah" - she/her
I'm a hopeless romantic who loves love. I strive to document you as you are - unscripted and raw. I allow the happy couples to be happy, the awkward couples to be awkward, and the quiet couples to be quiet. I'm inspired by wide open landscapes, golden natural light, Europe, spontaneous adventures and the 70's.
How it all started...
2004
I've had a camera in my hands for over 18 years! I got my first DSLR at 11 years old as a Christmas present (after begging and begging my parents) & instantly became infatuated with photography + photoshop. I was your typical computer nerd growing up (as of age 4), so the transition made perfect sense. “The photographer" became almost my identity; what I was known for at school, at parties, within my community, etc. By 14 I had photos published in international magazines and began winning competitions - it was then that I came to realize I could see myself really pursuing photography as a career.
Hi, I'm Shaina!
WELCOME
WELCOME
The girl behind the camera.
meet your hype woman, adventure guide and #1 fan.
my moodboard.
Recent bucket list adventures:
SPOILER: THEY'RE PRETTY EPIC
solo hot air ballooning
in the arizona desert
exploring greek islands
drove snake road in spain, one of the WORLD'S most dangerous roads
travelling
my partner
Marc
my sweet sweet angels
Theo & Olive
camping
boho home decor
my beautiful niece
pizzaaaa!
these are a few of my favorite things...
MY LIFE IN PHOTOS
Fun Facts
current obsessions
fav place to travel
favorite shows
fav editing jams
personality type
favorite hobby
favorite color
previous jobs
enneagram #2 - the caregiver/empath
Counselor for special needs adults,
daycare teacher & Florist
The Handmaid's tale, black mirror
& love island
my cats, pizza, CACTi, travelling
& all things boho
thrifting for vintage
& Home decor!
boney m, stevie wonder,
miley cyrus & the lumineers
terracotta
& sage green
I've been to 17 countries, but italy &
greece are my all time faves
"SHAINA WAS SIMPLY PUT,
beyond perfection"
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Fill out my contact form under the contact page and let’s chat! Tell me about your vision, your hopes and dreams, your potential venue/dates etc. I’ll get back to you within 24 hours - I'm known for my speedy replies!
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We’ll chat! For weddings + elopements I'll send you my questionnaire & we'll get to know each other better. I can help you pick the package that best suits your needs based on the info you provide & offer my insights. We can chat through text, email, hop on a call or facetime/zoom - whatever you prefer!
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Once you decide you’re ready to make some magic I’ll send you a contract, you'll send me a %25 retainer to secure your date, and once that’s complete, you’re officially booked!! Yay, I can't wait!
when you choose me as your photographer, you're choosing...
⊹ Lighting fast response times
⊹ CUSTOMIZABLE PACKAGES
⊹ Someone that will focus on the details
⊹ Someone that will fix your hair, and hold all the things
⊹ SOMEONE WHO Will do whatever it takes to capture the SHOT
⊹ Sneak peaks within 48 hours
⊹ TOP NOTCH GEAR
⊹ HIGH ENERGY
⊹ POSING PROMPTS THAT FEEL NATURAL
⊹ GO WITH THE FLOW PERSONALITY
⊹ FULL WEDDING GALLERY WITHIN 4-8 WEEKS
⊹ 2-4 WEEK TURN AROUND TIME FOR COUPLES, ENGAGEMENTS, ETC.
⊹ YOUR BIGGEST HYPE WOMAN
⊹ TO GAIN A FRIEND WHO TRULY CARES
