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Glad that YOU are here! I look forward to getting to know each of You and to those that are already a part of my world, thank you for being in it. Send me an email or leave a comment to let me know that you were here. I would love to hear from you and so would all of the beautiful people that I get the honor to photograph. Thanks so much for visiting.




Christmas Cards
Tuesday, November 18, 2008 07:13

Here are some great design choices for your unique Christmas Cards this year.  Order by November 21st so that you will have time to get them out to your friends and family.  These are all flat 5X7 photo cards with envelopes included.   There is a Buy one set Get one set Free deal for those that order theirs as designed. So be sure to order yours today and not miss out.    

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Olivia: Great cards! All of them have such adorable designs!! (19.11.2008 ,18:39)     





The Goenner Family is Growing
Friday, November 14, 2008 18:36

Amy and Garrett are expecting their first child and it was so exciting getting together with them to do their maternity shoot.  Amy said that I will have to change my business name to the Fertility Photographer.  She and Garrett were married December 2007 and are expecting in their baby boy January 2009.  I have another couple that are now expecting that got pregnant even quicker than the Goenner's.  Amy and Garrett are such a pleasure to work with.  Their love for one another is such a comfortable and natural love that it is easily expressed,  Their images always are full of their passion and love. This very lucky baby boy is definitely going to be a LOVED child.  He is so fortunate to have parents that are so deeply in love.  

  
Here is Amy and Garrett's Fun Get to Know You Session.

And their beautiful Wedding.

Here are my favorites. :D


















































6 comments on this post
Shara Lana: Amy & Garrett-  This is why I do what I do.  I LOVE helping wonderful people like you to preserve all those precious memories.  Love is GRAND!!! Kyla-  Thank You!  Thank You!  Thank You!!!  It makes my heart sing having such a sweet daughter like you. Mama-  I think that it is so nice that all my clients benefit from your great big heart too.  Now they all know where I get my caring ways.  ; )  I am such a nurturer and folks, this is why.  : D  LOVE my Mama! Olivia-  Thanks for always being there with your kind words.  They are words that I know that I can count on.  HUGS!!! Jules!!!  WOW!!!  What an honor to have you come compliment me on my blog.  : )  People, let me tell you, Jules is an AMAZING Photographer that I have long admired out west in Big Ole´ California.  Thank you for making my Day!  : )   (18.11.2008 ,07:25)     
jules Bianchi: SOO beautiful!  I want fields like that near ME!!! (16.11.2008 ,00:34)     
Olivia: BEAUTIFUL! I love the picutres in the field!! They are SO great!! :] (15.11.2008 ,19:08)     
Mama: I knew that the love between these two had to produce another great love. And it will be here soon!!! Congratulations to the Mom and Dad!!!! (15.11.2008 ,11:26)     
Kyla: Wow. I love them. I love the field with the tall grass... Beautiful and simple images. They look so natural and... they are amazing. Great Job! (14.11.2008 ,14:59)     
Amy and Garrett: Shara we LOVE LOVE LOVE them!!! They are SOOOO good! Thank you so much! (14.11.2008 ,08:08)     





Sneak Peek
Tuesday, November 11, 2008 13:10

I just finished a maternity session with one of my most favorite couples on this planet.  Here is a sneak peek for them.  I can't wait to show you the rest.    : )  Amy, you look GORGEOUS!







9 comments on this post
Shara Lana: Thanks Orivia!  ;)   Robbin!  Great to hear from you!  Thanks for the compliment. :D (13.11.2008 ,18:03)     
Robbin Knight: Really diggin´ pic #2. Very nice indeed! ;-) (12.11.2008 ,21:05)     
Olivia: WOAH! These three are AWESOME!! Looking forward to the rest! :] (12.11.2008 ,18:10)     
Shara Lana: Kyla- Thank you sweetie! Abby-  Thank you so MUCH!!! Good to hear from you!!!  I know that you have to be SOOOOOO EXCITED!!!!   Amy and Garrett- I am SO HAPPY that you LOVE them.  They are so GOOD but how could they be anything but good with the two, I mean THREE of you.  :D   And Grandmommy Catherine!  Love Grandmommy.  Have never heard of that believe it or not.  Love it.  Are you on cloud 9 or what?  Amy has told me how excited that you are. You are right, FUN things are about to happen.  And trust me when I say the pleasure was all mine.  Love that little family.  :D (12.11.2008 ,09:28)     
Grandmommy-Catherine: Amy, you are a beautiful mommy to be!  Amy and Garrett- we can hardly wait for the arrival of our first grand-child and our first ever boy!!!! Fun things are about to happen. We love you all! Shara, Thank you for your kindness and your great talent in bringing this family many great memories. (12.11.2008 ,08:42)     
Amy and Garrett: Shara they are so good!!! We could not be happier!!! Can´t wait to see more!! Thanks so much for everything, you truly are the BEST! (11.11.2008 ,13:50)     
Abby: Shara.. these are GREAT!  I cant wait to see more of my little nephew belly...oh and Amy too :) (11.11.2008 ,13:11)     
Abby: Shara these are GREAT!! I cant wait to see more of my little nephew belly! (11.11.2008 ,13:09)     
Kyla : Amazing!!! I love both the images... I love the earthy feel in the second one! I can´t wait to see the rest. :) (11.11.2008 ,13:01)     





Congratulations Mr. and Mrs. Patterson!!!!
Friday, November 07, 2008 13:05

To view all of Erin and TJ's Wedding Day images, CLICK HERE.

Click here for their Slide Show.

Erin and TJ's Charleston Wedding was aboard the SpiritLine Cruise Ship.  I was really excited to be apart of their day.  It was a great adventure.  The night before was a flood in Charleston and to say the least, Erin and TJ were elated to see the sun come out.  The day ended up being glorious. The breeze was cool and the views were just beautiful.  Everyone that traveled from so far indeed received a day well worth their trip.  Just to witness these two lovebirds become one was worth traveling the earth to witness.  They are so cute with each other and in total love.  Here are some of my favorites from their day.  

















Erin made a beautiful bride.  




These are my personal favorites.  








Ya'll are so sweet!




AND HOT!!!




TJ's sister made this beautiful cake.  I hear that it was as Yummy as it looked.  Very sweet.  : )





Thanks for having me share in your Big Day.  I pray that your journeys ahead are smooth and your sails are always filled.  Love you two.










Keywords: Charleston South Carolina Wedding Photography SpiritLine Cruise Lowcountry Weddings






3 comments on this post
shara lana: Thanks Olivia!  You are so sweet.  : ) Thanks Cheyenne.  They were so cute.   (10.11.2008 ,17:22)     
Cheyenne Schultz: Love the shots of her dress pulled up! (10.11.2008 ,09:50)     
Olivia: VERY beautiful pictures!! & Love the slide show! :] (09.11.2008 ,07:25)     





Sneak Peek for Erin and TJ
Tuesday, November 04, 2008 10:31

Erin and TJ had a destination Wedding in Charleston SC.  They came all the way from Colorado to be married aboard a ship in the Charleston harbor.  Stay tuned because more will come soon.  







For those of you that attended Erin and TJ's Wedding, you may want to Click Here so that you can register to view all the images once they are available.  You will be notified via email when they are ready.  Be sure to register as you will get a gift certificate to use towards prints.


3 comments on this post
Mama: This couple know how to do up a wedding. To come all the way from Colorado to good ol´ Charleston to get married!!!And on a ship, to top that!!!Wish I could have been there. The bride is beautiful and the groom is handsome. Hope that they have a great, peaceful life together! (07.11.2008 ,10:22)     
Olivia: WOW! The first picture - LOVE it! How cute!! Looking forward to the rest! :] (06.11.2008 ,16:26)     
Kyla: I love the 2nd one... so pretty. :) Keep us posted. (04.11.2008 ,11:46)     





The Burkhalter Mansion Wedding in Downtown Savannah
Thursday, November 06, 2008 18:50



CLICK HERE to view Crystal and Luke's Wedding Slide Show.



TO VIEW ALL THE IMAGES FROM THE BURKHALTER WEDDING, CLICK HERE.






Crystal and Luke chose the luxurious historic Mansion on Forsyth Park for their ultra glamorous Southern Wedding.  The couple brought with them the finest of people to help them celebrate their joyous union.  Crystal brings an absolutely beautiful daughter to this union and it was a blessing to witness, two families becoming one.  Her daughter was surrounded by so many that love her to pieces.  I am so happy for Crystal and her daughter to have such an honorable man such as Luke in their lives.  And it goes without saying that Luke is fortunate beyond any words could convey.  It is such a tremendous privilege to witness such love. And I am happy to announce that I have joined their family. LOL ; ) Mrs. Burkhalter, Luke's mother, told me that she will bake me a yummy cake on my birthday.  : )  I am going to hold her to it too.  Any reason to get together with a good ole' bunch of fine Georgia Peaches is a divine honor unmatched!  Love your family!



Here are some of my favorites.  Be sure to leave a comment below to tell Crystal and Luke which is your favorite.  


The amazing Mansion on Forsyth Park.





I have named this image Peaches and Cream.





Isn't the Mansion Grand?





True Southern Beauty.




Even in her robe pondering the day before her, Crystal is breath taking.





Time to get ready.  







We allotted some time for Crystal to have a bridal session before meeting her Luke.  AND she rocked it!  You are GORGEOUS Crystal!
























Luke and Crystal decided to meet before the ceremony so that we could have some time in the Park for just the two of them.  It is such a sweet and tender moment when two have time to share before they walk down the aisle.  So Sweet!








Crystal's flowers were amazing.   Very unique.  





Sacred.





1st dance as husband and wife.  Mr. and Mrs. Luke Burkhalter.  





She is so loved.  




The toasts brought lots of good laughs.  






And can not forget the Aunt's Birthday.  Too cute!  Got to love it!





Crystal, Luke and little miss.  I pray that your little family will grow in happiness, laughter, riches, and number.  :D






Happily Ever After......










Keywords:  Forsyth Mansion Photography,  Mansion on Forsyth Park,  Savannah Georgia Photography,  South Georgia Coastal Weddings




8 comments on this post
kyla: 3 words... Beautiful, Stunning, Breath-taking. I love them. (04.11.2008 ,11:50)     
Shara Lana: Awe...  Crystal.  That makes me so happy.  I am so blessed.  I feel as though I am on top of the world.   Steve,  They are such a beautiful couple, inside and out.  Is Spencer the cutie that I caught in the chair?  Your aunts must be a HOOT!!! Tiffany,  It was like a fairy tale wasn´t it?   Kathy, You have good taste, that is my favorite of Crystal too.  She drop dead gorgeous.   Olivia, Thanks for being so sweet.  Her dress was stunning.   Ethel,That is so sweet.  I know Crystal and Luke will appreciate your well wishes.      (27.10.2008 ,14:13)     
Ethel Sikes: Krystal and Luke: Looking at the pictures is like being there again. Krystal you are beautiful and Luke so handsome! And Cadyn is precious. Krystal and Cadyn, welcome to our family! We love you. Aunt Ethel (27.10.2008 ,05:38)     
Olivia: What beautiful pictures! And a truly AMAZING dress!! Completely breathtaking! :] (26.10.2008 ,11:05)     
Kathy K: As I´ve told Gail, Crystal will be the poster bride for her photographer...I imagine huge displays of Crystal, every wedding photographer´s dream bride, all over Shara Lana´s studio walls. The photos are exquisite.  My favorite is the shot of Crystal laying on her back on top of the bar, looking up toward the camera.  The exposure and composition are perfect.  I also like the photos of Gail and her sister dancing, and of Gail (and Jerry) helping Luke get ready.  Great capture of emotion! I look forward to seeing the whole collection and ordering copies. (25.10.2008 ,08:12)     
Tiffany: They are all sooooo beautiful!!  It looks like the fairy tale wedding every girl dreams of.  Good luck picking and choosing. (24.10.2008 ,19:14)     
Steve: Beautiful photographs of a beautiful couple who are so dear to our whole family. Can´t believe Luke´s all grown up. Thanks for including Spencer! Love the pictures of my Aunt Gail and your Aunt Cathy June. (24.10.2008 ,18:36)     
Crystal: Shara I absolutely love them!! You did such an amazing job.  You have been such a joy to get to know and I couldn´t have picked a better photographer!!! (24.10.2008 ,17:48)     





Crystal and Luke's Sneak Peek
Tuesday, October 21, 2008 19:31

Crystal and Luke are a beautiful couple inside and out.  Their wedding was a blessing to be a part of.  Here are a few to get your taste buds wet.  The rest will be posted soon, so stay tuned.  







For those of you that attended Crystal and Luke's Wedding, you may want to Click Here so that you can register to view all the images once they are available.  You will be notified via email when they are ready.  Be sure to register as you will get a gift certificate to use towards prints and for everyone that registers, it is yet another gift for Crystal and Luke as they will earn print points.  : )


4 comments on this post
Kyla : I´m sorry... I can´t pick a favorite. 3 words... Stunning, Beautiful, Breathtaking! (Great song choice, if I must say so myself) :) (25.10.2008 ,06:36)     
Kristin Byrum: Love the last shot with the blue!  Very nice girl! (23.10.2008 ,18:51)     
mama: Beautiful photos. Great looking couple. Georgeous gown!! Can´t wait to see all of the photos. Hope that they will be happy and have a long life together. (23.10.2008 ,07:42)     
Olivia: WOW! Great pictures! Love the first one, it´s FABULOUS!! I can´t wait to see more! :] (22.10.2008 ,13:09)     





Mr. and Mrs. Butler, CONGRATULATIONS!!!!!!!!!!
Tuesday, October 21, 2008 19:32

To View all the images from Casey and Jason's Wedding, just Click Here.





CLICK HERE TO VIEW CASEY AND JASON'S SLIDESHOW!!!




Casey and Jason have been a dream to work with.  They are just the sweetest couple.   Their wedding was down on the coast of South Georgia.  The venue was a private club house in the gorgeous new neighborhood that Casey and Jason now reside.  It was a dream setting.  Old world and deep south mixed with casual elegance.  Truly the perfect wedding for these two love birds.  Their families were as nice as they are, which does make sense.  I quizzed Casey's mother on how to raise such a "fine young lady" as I have my two girls that I can only pray turn out as nice as Casey.  They are definitely making great strides now and are well on there way.  But really, Casey is just a sweet heart.  I know that Jason feels like the luckiest man on earth and I know that Casey feels just as lucky being loved by Jason.  







I loved the colors that they chose, with the ever popular ; ) Lime Green together with the chocolate brown.  There was a candy bar with big sour apple gum balls, lemon-lime Jelly Belly Beans, and to die for chocolate covered Pecans!!!  







When I walked into Casey's home, I was moved to tears as I saw all around me, images of Casey and Jason's Get to Know You session.  That never gets old.  I tell you that Casey has used the most images that I have seen to date and boy do they look good.  Her home is like a magazine, her taste in decor is bar none and to see all those Shara Lana images incorporated makes me so happy, proud and loved.  I LOVE IT!!!!










And doesn't she make a GORGEOUS Bride!  Her mother and her were so cute together.  I see where Casey gets those great looks and also that great personality.  They are two peas in a pod.  Look at Beautiful Casey!










Stunning.  













Here comes the Bride!















Casey and Jason, I pray that your life is filled with good times and lots of laughs.




And that your journey is long, smooth and full of joy.





I thank you both for allowing me into your lives and having me as a part of this joyous time.


Love Ya!!!
Shara Lana



  
Keywords:  Georgia Coastal Wedding, Coastal Destination Weddings, South Georgia Weddings






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