Brand Story: School, Disrupted
Washington, DC
Emily is a creative powerhouse.
She is one of my favorite clients whom I’ve done several projects with since 2018. So when she told me she wrote a book and needed photos for her book launch, I knew this session was going to be fire!
While Emily was having her hair and makeup done, I got to work styling and photographing her book and accessories for promotion. Emily brought with her bags and boxes full of books, mugs, prop coffee, pens, journals, and anything and everything else you can think of.
What I love about working with Emily is I know I have her full trust. She knows I’m going to get the shot every time. And because she trusts me, we can cover so much ground, creating far more looks than the average client.
We are one of each other’s biggest fans, and with that said, if you are parenting in this pandemic (or parenting school-aged children at all), you should buy her book. Before it was even normal, she was running a highly successful creative agency while homeschooling her three sons. She had the model before the whole world needed the model!
“Shala is always my first choice as a photographer. She is the ultimate professional, with top-notch equipment and technical knowledge, while also bringing a unique creative eye to every project.”
— Emily Greene
“If you're like me, sometimes it's hard to relax when people are taking photos of you. When working with Shala, I feel comfortable and relaxed. She brings a sense of confident calm while adding uplifting and positive energy to a photo shoot. Somehow, she has this special way about her that allows people to just be themselves on camera.”
— Emily Greene
“After working with Shala, I am always amazed at how she captures the exact type of images I was hoping for. After the fact, I always notice details in the shot that show how well she listened and understood my message and my goals. You'll never know it while she's taking photos, but she is quietly observing the whole scene and adjusting the most minor details to perfection.”
— Emily Greene
“Seeing my photos for the first time is always a rush of joy! From capturing the perfect shot with my family and rambunctious kids, to precisely conveying the nuance of my personal brand, Shala nails it time and again! And her knowledge and application of precise technical lighting just gives her photos such LIFE!”
— Emily Greene
“I've used Shala's photography services in all areas of my life, from family photos to company-wide headshots, to my own professional branding. I recommend her without any hesitation and encourage you to look at her beautiful portfolio for proof. She is easily the best photographer I have ever worked with. You won't be sorry you chose her to capture your most important photos!”
— Emily Greene
