Even in 2017, sometimes when you’re living in the southern U.S. and hoping to find a Southern wedding photographer who still aligns with your values, it can still be hard. Luckily, longtime APW sponsor Shandi Wallace Photography moved from Washington, DC, to Charleston, SC, and started spreading her brand of beautiful, no-bullshit photography throughout the South. Shandi’s philosophy is to keep things focused on what’s really important (your love for each other and having fun at your wedding), so her aim from start to finish is to keep working with her as simple as possible—she offers exactly one wedding package, which will set you back a flat $3,450 for all-day coverage. And if you’re bummed to hear Shandi left DC, don’t worry: in 2017 she’s still going back to DC to shoot (without any travel fees).
a laid-back southern wedding photographer
Shandi Wallace is down to earth, tons of fun, and likes to keep things simple and sane. She’s not into nickel-and-diming or clock-watching, so her wedding coverage is completely all-inclusive. You’ll receive one flat rate for all day, and that’s it. This same keep-it-real philosophy also extends to how she works with you:
When I shoot, I prefer to just anticipate and catch what’s there. I don’t like perfectly posed photographs. (Though we’ll probably do one or two. Grandma will want one.) The candid expressions and moments are the most important part of photographs to me. I like to be able to look at old photos, and instantly remember what it felt like. Being posed like a Barbie doll is something I wouldn’t want to relive. The joke that made me almost fall over laughing, or that quick smooch from my new husband during his best friend’s toast, or when my dad saw me in my dress and started to cry… those are the moments that I want to remember and relive every time I take out my wedding photos. I prefer to focus on what REALLY matters: the fleeting moments with people you love. My photos reflect my big heart and my sense of humor. I’m a super tattooed mom and dog lover who has a potty mouth and a huge heart. I cry easily, and I’ll probably hug you. No egos here.
And guys? Let’s just say you can’t always find that kind of work philosophy when it comes to the Southern wedding market, truuuust.
And you know what else? Shandi Wallace is so good that her photos will make you want to get married again (and again, and again):
Shandi… you are AMAZING! We didn’t get through two photos before we were like, “Can we get married again?!” then we cried, then we laughed (those party pictures, man…) Thank you, thank you, thank you!!— Jessica T.
one wedding package = one wedding rate
You know that Shandi Wallace Photography offers one wedding package, right? Here’s what it includes for $3,450:
- A second shooter
- An engagement session
- A private online gallery
- A USB drive of the hi-res edited photos
- Printing rights
If you’re looking for a down-to-earth, guh-mazingly talented Southern wedding photographer who will capture all the tears, laughter, and everything in between, then you’re looking for Shandi Wallace Photography.
Get to know MORE ABOUT southern wedding photographer Shandi Wallace Photography—and don’t be shy about getting in touch TO BOOK HER FOR 2017 ASAP!
