I know that budgets and numbers can be scary, but I just want you to remember that photos are one of the only things that you get to actually keep once your wedding day is said and done. These are the photos you'll look back on 10, 15, 30 years from now that will ignite visions of those core memories - the look on your partner's face when they see you for the first time, your dad walking you down the aisle, your best friend absolutely destroying it on the dancefloor. My pricing is calculated based off of equipment, experience, time, demand & expenses. I invite you to take a look below and decide if I'm the right photographer for you (and I sure hope I am!).
After the flowers dry up and the memories begin to fade, no matter how hard we try to hold onto them. . . What's left? Photographs.
My approach to photography is both artistic and unobtrusive, allowing me to capture raw emotions and candid moments without interrupting the flow of your once-in-a-lifetime occasion.
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PRICING
- Collections ranging from 6-10 hours
- Wedding planning guide
- Custom timeline of your day
- Sneak peek gallery
- Private online gallery
- Edited, high resolution photos
- Pre-wedding planning
- Print shop within gallery
- Printing rights
- Unlimited communication
- Travel up to 100km included
- Free engagement session*
WEDDINGS
COUPLES/LIFESTYLE
ELOPEMENTS
* included in 10 hour package or $150 off with the purchase of any other package
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Invest in the best day of your life! Your photographer is most likely going to be the most important vendor you hire. My average couple spends about $3800+ on their wedding coverage photography.
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Custom quote provided upon inquiry.
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SMALL BUSINESSES / BRANDING SESSIONS / REAL ESTATE / STYLED SHOOTS / MISC. Let's bring your brand to life through high quality images that reflect your vision & showcase the value you have to offer to others.
COMMERCIAL/EDITORIAL
Whether you're running away to the highest mountain top, just the two of you, or inviting 10 of your closest family & friends to witness you say your vows in the most epic location, we can truly create the most incredible, magical experience of a lifetime.
- Custom elopement day timeline
- Help with location scouting
- Collections ranging from 2-8 hours
- Unlimited communication
- Edited, high resolution photos
- Sneak peek gallery
- Private online gallery
- Print shop within gallery
- Printing rights
- Travel up to 100km included
ELOPEMENTS
Engagement sessions / proposal documentation / JUST-BECAUSE PHOTOS WITH YOUR PARTNER / MATERNITY / FAMILies - Pick a location that feels true to you and we'll make some magic.
COUPLES/LIFESTYLE
- Help with location scouting
- Planning assistance
- 50+ edited, high-res photos
- Private online gallery
- Print shop within gallery
- Printing rights
- Up to one outfit change
- Travel up to 50km included
ADD ONS
- destination travel
- photo albums
- prints
- expedited editing
- second shooter
- Bridal session
- Day-after-wedding session
- polaroid photos
THe perfect add on for those who want to walk away from their wedding day with tangible memories. In addition to the two digital cameras I use, I'll also snap some film polaroids for you throughout the day! Each Polaroid I take is unique, and they're a retro keepsake that you'll have forever.
20 polaroids -
$100
Film
Polaroids
starting at $1600 + HST
starting at $550 + hst
starting at $3400 + HST
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Though there will be quite some time between booking & your big day, we'll stay in touch! I'll send you a questionnaire a few months prior and then create a custom timeline for you in order to ensure things go as smoothly and stress-free as possible. Your timeline will let everyone know where to be when, and break down all family photos and portrait times throughout the day.
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The time has come! I'll meet you at our agreed upon location, gear up and start shooting. I'll help guide you and your friends + family, take charge when necessary, and fade into the background when the time calls for it. I'll be there to bustle your dress and fix your hair, snap selfies on your friends cellphones, and be your personal hype girl. My goal is to make sure you have the best, most stress-free day.
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You will recieve your gallery no later than 4-6 weeks, and you'll get some fun sneakpeak previews within 48 hours of your big day! I'll give you a heads up when your gallery will soon be ready so you can make a special night of it - pop some champagne, have friends over, order in, shed some tears... I want you to have the best experience possible when receiving your photos!
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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.
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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!
THE PROCESS
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From Past Clients
"Working with Shaina was by far the bestttt experience I’ve ever had with a photographer. She was so sweet and genuinely seemed to care about us as a couple which I really appreciated. She nailed the boho aesthetic I wanted for my elopement, and even cried with us at one point! And i was so relieved to have her help in planning our big day. Absolutely the BEST investment my husband and I made when we chose our vendors."
Nick + Alicia
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From Past Clients
"I cannot recommend Shaina enough. Her photos made us bawl like babies! She was everything we could have asked for + more... especially for 2 people who are camera shy. She was so easy-going and made us instantly comfortable, brought amazing energy to our day and was the calm we needed in moments of chaos. She didn’t overwhelm us with overly posed photos and instead captured our dynamic as a couple perfectly. Not sure what more you could ask for - she’s the full package!"
Jessie + Jill
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Shaina has that intuitive eye very few creatives have. We have worked together shooting weddings + elopements and her posing and leadership are beyond natural and candid and easy-going. She also recently took branding headshots for me, and despite self-consciousness, she captured the aspects of myself that I love. Shaina is truly an artist, an absolute gem, and someone you should dream about having shoot your wedding, elopement, or session! It's rare to find someone genuinely nice, non-judgemental, and absolutely genius when it comes to their field. If you're looking for a sign to book Shaina - THIS IS IT.
Julia
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From Past Clients
We won the photographer jackpot when it came to Shaina! She is so relaxed & collaborative! We're beyond grateful for her creative ideas as well as her patience, since this was our first photoshoot ever. We had such fun with all of her directions behind the lens and appreciated how she gently got us out of our comfort zones. Shaina was a dream to communicate with and has prices that are very cost-effective for her calibre. We hope to have her in our lives for a very long time to hopefully capture the next chapter of our family!
Mercedes + Kyle
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Halifax
Nova Scotia
Canada
I can't wait to document your
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Story
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Where are you based?
I live in Halifax Nova Scotia, and am available Canada-wide + internationally too! As an avid and frequent traveller, there's nothing more exciting for me than being able to combine the three things I'm most passionate about; weddings, photography & travel. Reach out to inquire about my travel rates
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Are travel expenses included in your packages?
Travel up to 100km is included. A travel fee of $0.60/km applies to all bookings that require over 100km of travel.
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What is the average price one spends on a wedding photographer?
My average couple spends about $3500.
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When can we expect to receive our photos?
My turnaround time is 2-4 weeks for couples/engagements, 6-8 weeks for elopements and 6-10 weeks for weddings. For weddings + elopements you can expect a small sneak peek gallery within 72 hours. All photos will be delivered via a personal online gallery which includes a storefront for prints, canvas' etc.
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How does booking work?
Send me an inquiry through my contact form, or shoot me an email and we'll chat/figure out the best package for you! I'll send you my contract to sign, you'll send me a 25% retainer fee towards your owing amount to secure your date, and then it's official! :)
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What if we want something more extreme for our elopement (hiking, diving, etc)?
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Sounds like we're a perfect match! I've always been a very hands-on photographer, willing to do whatever it takes to get "the shot". Plus I love a good adventure, trying new things and any excuse to get out into nature. Just let me know what you're thinking and chances are, I'm in!
