Shanle Bowen Photography

Shanle Bowen Photography If you’re new around here—or just haven’t had the chance to properly meet me—welcome! Those little in-between moments? Let’s chat! 👇✨

I’m Shanle Bowen, a wedding & engagement photographer based in North Georgia, and I have the absolute joy of capturing couples & stories that are joyful, romantic, and timeless. 🫶✨

I believe that wedding photography is about so much more than just beautiful pictures. It’s about preserving the feeling of a moment—the happy tears, the deep belly laughs, the way your person looks at you when no one

else is watching. They’re the ones that will mean the most years from now. ❤️

I specialize in working with intentional, deeply connected couples who care more about sharing & celebrating their love with their community than creating a “Pinterest-perfect” wedding. If you’re the kind of couple who cherishes the meaningful details, values your people, and wants a photographer who truly cares—you’re in the right place.

✨ What it’s like to work with me:
✅ A personal, guided experience from inquiry to album delivery
✅ A mix of romantic, timeless portraits & heartfelt candid moments
✅ A photographer who is just as invested in your day as you are 😍

Whether you’re planning an intimate elopement, a historic estate wedding, or an epic destination celebration, my goal is always the same—to create a stress-free, heartfelt photography experience where you feel comfortable, confident, and completely yourself. 🥰

Now that you know a little about me, I’d love to get to know you! What’s one detail you’re most excited about for your wedding day?

If you’re new around here—or just haven’t had the chance to properly meet me—welcome! I’m Shanle Bowen, a wedding & enga...
03/07/2025

If you’re new around here—or just haven’t had the chance to properly meet me—welcome! I’m Shanle Bowen, a wedding & engagement photographer based in North Georgia, and I have the absolute joy of capturing couples & stories that are joyful, romantic, and timeless. 🫶✨

I believe that wedding photography is about so much more than just beautiful pictures. It’s about preserving the feeling of a moment—the happy tears, the deep belly laughs, the way your person looks at you when no one else is watching. Those little in-between moments? They’re the ones that will mean the most years from now. ❤️

I specialize in working with intentional, deeply connected couples who care more about sharing & celebrating their love with their community than creating a “Pinterest-perfect” wedding. If you’re the kind of couple who cherishes the meaningful details, values your people, and wants a photographer who truly cares—you’re in the right place.

✨ What it’s like to work with me:
✅ A personal, guided experience from inquiry to album delivery
✅ A mix of romantic, timeless portraits & heartfelt candid moments
✅ A photographer who is just as invested in your day as you are 😍

Whether you’re planning an intimate elopement, a historic estate wedding, or an epic destination celebration, my goal is always the same—to create a stress-free, heartfelt photography experience where you feel comfortable, confident, and completely yourself. 🥰

Now that you know a little about me, I’d love to get to know you! Drop a 💍 in the comments if you’re engaged, or tell me—what’s one detail you’re most excited about for your wedding day? Let’s chat! 👇✨



Searching for a Georgia wedding & engagement photographer? Shanle Bowen Photography specializes in joyful, romantic, and timeless storytelling for couples who value connection, emotion, and legacy. Serving North Georgia, Atlanta, the Southeast, and beyond. Let’s capture your love story—inquire now through the link in my bio! 📸✨

Thanks to Lety Altam Photography for the updated headshot!🫶

✨ A Full Circle Moment: Haley & Evan’s Winter Engagement 💍This session was extra special for me! I’ve known Haley since ...
03/06/2025

✨ A Full Circle Moment: Haley & Evan’s Winter Engagement 💍

This session was extra special for me! I’ve known Haley since she was little, and now here we are—photographing her engagement session as she gets ready to marry the love of her life! 🥰 Getting to document this season for her and Evan is such an honor!

For their engagement session, Haley & Evan drove from Alabama to Carrollton, GA, and we were blessed with the dreamiest golden-hour winter glow. Haley’s outfit choices were perfection—a stunning pearl-accented white dress that felt so timeless and whimsical, and then a cozy cream sweater and jeans that captured their natural, effortless love.

If you’re planning an engagement session, here’s my tip: bring two outfits! One dressy, one casual. Trust me, it makes all the difference!

✅ Dressy outfits bring that elegant, romantic feel
✅ Casual outfits give a cozy, effortless vibe
✅ More variety = a gallery that tells your love story beautifully

Winter sessions have a magic of their own—the crisp air, the golden light, the quiet intimacy. Haley & Evan’s session was full of so much love, laughter, and warmth, and I can’t wait to do it all over again on their wedding day. Haley and Evan, it means the absolute world to me to be your photographer! 🫶✨

If you’re newly engaged and dreaming up your perfect session, let’s make it happen! DM me or inquire through my website https://shanlebowen.com 😄💍



Looking for a Georgia wedding & engagement photographer? Shanle Bowen Photography specializes in joyful, romantic, and timeless storytelling. Serving North Georgia, Atlanta, and beyond—let’s create something beautiful together! 📸✨ Inquire now through the link in my bio!

✨ A Year of Southern Charm & Bridal Magic 🤍A year ago, my sweet friend Kristie O’Neal opened the doors to Southern Charm...
03/05/2025

✨ A Year of Southern Charm & Bridal Magic 🤍

A year ago, my sweet friend Kristie O’Neal opened the doors to Southern Charm Bridal & Dress in Madison, GA, and watching this boutique grow has been nothing short of amazing. From the moment she welcomed her first bride, she set out to create something truly special—a space where every bride feels cherished, confident, and absolutely radiant in the dress of their dreams.

This past weekend, she celebrated one incredible year of helping brides say YES! to the dress, and y’all—it was magical. 🥰

The shop was filled with love, laughter, an elegant winter theme, and all the Southern charm you could imagine. Guests enjoyed:

🤍 A stunning grazing table by Olive & Graze
🤍 A custom hat bar from Southern Accents
🤍 All-natural energy drink samples from local Bravenly reps

Kristie looked beyond gorgeous in a black and cream dress, custom tailored by her boutique’s own in-house tailor (talk about talent!!), and her amazing team of bridal consultants were the epitome of elegance in black, white, and cream. Every detail of the day reflected the heart and warmth of this shop, and it was such a joy to capture these moments!

✨ Why I always recommend Southern Charm Bridal:
💍 An intimate gown-shopping experience that feels like home
💍 A team that truly cares about their brides
💍 A selection of stunning, luxury gowns for every bridal style

As a wedding photographer, I’ve had the privilege of capturing so many beautiful bridal moments, and I’ll tell you—your dress matters. The way you feel in it, the confidence it gives you, the story it tells… it’s all part of your love story. And Southern Charm Bridal makes that moment unforgettable. 🫶

Kristie, I’m so happy for you, and I can’t wait to see where year two takes you! If you haven’t visited this gorgeous boutique yet, what are you waiting for?! Brides-to-be, this is your sign to book an appointment ASAP. 🥳

Were you at the celebration? Drop a 🥰 in the comments if you were, or tag a bride-to-be who needs to check out this gorgeous boutique!


Looking for a wedding photographer in Georgia? 🤍 I specialize in joyful, romantic, and timeless storytelling that captures every heartfelt moment. Serving North Georgia, Atlanta, and beyond. Let’s make magic together—inquire now through the link!
👉https://shanlebowen.com/

Southern Charm Bridal and Dress Boutique

I’m so grateful to have been a part of this project and to have had the opportunity to work with such talented and dedic...
02/07/2025

I’m so grateful to have been a part of this project and to have had the opportunity to work with such talented and dedicated vendors! 🥹❤️ Thank you for featuring our work!

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Live Musicians: .tyler

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Don’t forget to clean your ring before your engagement session to let it truly sparkle and shine! Give your nails a good...
02/05/2025

Don’t forget to clean your ring before your engagement session to let it truly sparkle and shine! Give your nails a good once over - guys, this includes you! - or better yet, splurge a little on a great manicure. It will make a huge difference in those close up photos!

Quick PSA: If you’re shooting on a natural preserve, such as Arabia, be sure to stick to the trails and walkways to avoid damaging the native species. (No moss was harmed in the making of this photo.)

What a peaceful evening this was! Arabia was the perfect setting for this sweet couple’s engagement photos - calm, joyfu...
02/04/2025

What a peaceful evening this was! Arabia was the perfect setting for this sweet couple’s engagement photos - calm, joyful, and glowing. The merits of pizza as a superior food may have been discussed at length on our long stroll around the mountain. K & S, I loved getting to meet you in person and I can’t wait to photograph your wedding day!

It's almost Christmas week, so here's a little winter wedding goodness from S & E's afternoon wedding in South Carolina!...
12/19/2024

It's almost Christmas week, so here's a little winter wedding goodness from S & E's afternoon wedding in South Carolina! 😍 Being able to time their Newlywed photos perfectly with the dreamiest light made me (and them!) so happy!

There were so many beautiful and emotional moments from A & L's wedding that it has been hard to choose what to share. T...
12/10/2024

There were so many beautiful and emotional moments from A & L's wedding that it has been hard to choose what to share. This one had me crying all over again as I put the finishing touches their gallery. 🥹 (Then I ugly cried some more when A. sent the sweetest happy-text after I sent their gallery!)

THE VENDOR TEAM:
Photographer: Shanle Bowen Photography
Venue & Catering: Hall Event Center
Day of Coordinator:
Florist: MLM Floral
Hair Artist:
Makeup Artist: .beauty.displayed
Bakery:
Wedding Dress Shop:
Groom & Groomsmen Attire:
Stationary: .engaging
DJ: Brennon Mayton

Putting the finishing touches on Meghann & John's gallery today and missing the sand between my toes! Although the day d...
12/10/2024

Putting the finishing touches on Meghann & John's gallery today and missing the sand between my toes! Although the day didn't turn out as gloriously sunny as we had hoped, I absolutely love this soft, cozy engagement session - AND this sweet couple. I can't wait for their wedding next year!😍

I am so honored to have been a part of Katie and Chris' wedding day! ❤️ This one was filled with laughter and happy tear...
12/03/2024

I am so honored to have been a part of Katie and Chris' wedding day! ❤️ This one was filled with laughter and happy tears - and I couldn't have loved it more!

A love note from Katie:
"Shanle is an amazing photographer and for us...a lifesaver! Our original photographer broke her wrist a month before our wedding, and Shanle stepped in to save the day!

She is super personable, organized, professional, and has an eye for capturing those AMAZING shots. She made our day FUN and we weren't stressed at all when it came to our photos. Shanle goes above and beyond and makes sure her clients are pleased.

Thank you so much for capturing our wedding day beautifully. We love them all!!

-❤️Katie & Chris"
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The Vendor Team

Photographer: Shanle Bowen Photography
Venue & Catering: Rose Hall Event Center
Day of Coordinator:
Florist: MLM Floral
HMUA: A Glamour Affair: Atlanta Based On Location Makeup & Hair
Bakery:
Wedding Dress Shop: Anna Christine Bridal
Wedding Dress Designer: Justin Alexander r
Groom & Groomsmen Attire: Jos. A. Bank
Stationary:
DJ: Brennon Mayton

When Georgia is giving rolling hills of Italy vibes. 🤩 I’m hopelessly behind on posting, 🫣 but how on earth am I suppose...
11/08/2024

When Georgia is giving rolling hills of Italy vibes. 🤩 I’m hopelessly behind on posting, 🫣 but how on earth am I supposed to choose my faves?!? I love them all! 😍

Venue:

Those colors though😍mcgehee.armour y’all knocked it out of the park!
11/08/2024

Those colors though😍mcgehee.armour y’all knocked it out of the park!

✨Model Call for Nov 18th, Wedding Styled Shoot at Callenwolde✨✨Who I'm Looking For: ✨A fun, relaxed real couple who woul...
10/31/2024

✨Model Call for Nov 18th, Wedding Styled Shoot at Callenwolde✨

✨Who I'm Looking For: ✨
A fun, relaxed real couple who would love an excuse to get dressed up! We’re looking to create romantic images for a wedding styled shoot at Callenwolde Fine Arts Center.

✨What You Get: ✨
- Access to the full gallery of images from the wedding styled shoot + download code
- Professional hair/makeup service + attire is provided for you for the wedding styled shoot
- $500 Gift Card from Shanle Bowen Photography (can be used towards the purchase of any service or album)
- Credit as the models in any publication featuring the wedding styled shoot.

✨When/Where: ✨
- Nov 18th
- Atlanta, GA
- 1:30 to 4:30 pm (hair and makeup may begin as early as 11:00 AM)

✨Requirements for HER✨
In order to ensure that we can use the stunning gowns/veils provided for the styled shoot, we request that you meet the following requirements:

- Hight: 5'5" to 5'7"
- Street dress size: 6-12

Additional requests:
- Hair: Long hair is preferred, but not required (please see inspiration board on following slide)
- Tattoos/piercings: No visible tattoos on your upper body larger than 2". No non-removable earrings/gages/facial piercings.

✨Requirements for HIM✨
In order to ensure that we can use the amazing tux provided for the styled shoot, we request that you meet the following requirements:

- Hight: 5'7" to 6'2"

Additional requests:
- Hair: Short/medium length hair is preferred. No mullets, please.
- Tattoos/piercings: No visible tattoos on your neck/face/hands. No non-removable earrings/gages/facial piercings.

✨How to Apply:✨
Follow the ‘Model Call Application’ link (in my bio or in this post)

https://www.shanlebowen.com/model-call-application-form/

-OR-

Send me a message with the following:
- Your names
- Your email address
- A favorite photo of the two of your together

APPLY BY 3:00 PM ON 11/02

Newlywed sessions are the best ❤️ and L & M absolutely crushed it!!!😍🔥 We had THE best time at Tybee island beach, playi...
10/09/2024

Newlywed sessions are the best ❤️ and L & M absolutely crushed it!!!😍🔥 We had THE best time at Tybee island beach, playing in the sand and taking stunningly dramatic portraits in the water - you couldn’t have asked for a more perfect evening!

An emotional fairytale wedding for the sweetest couple! Congratulations I & M! I’m so honored to have been a part of you...
10/07/2024

An emotional fairytale wedding for the sweetest couple! Congratulations I & M! I’m so honored to have been a part of your beautiful day! 😍 Everything was perfect, from the classic white florals, to the jaw-dropping charcuterie table at cocktail hour!

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Groom & Groomsmen Attire:
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Bakery: .sweetsusa &
Charcuterie:

I don’t know about you, but I feel like L & T’s engagement session deserves the horizontal post. 😍😍😍 Just look at all th...
10/05/2024

I don’t know about you, but I feel like L & T’s engagement session deserves the horizontal post. 😍😍😍 Just look at all the glowing goodness - and those sweet pups!!!!🐶 Thanks for letting us come to your STUNNING venue for their sesh! 🫶

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✨Hire a proposal photographer✨ Here’s why👇 ✨ Your hands are sweaty and just a little shaky. You’re hoping she hasn’t noticed that little box in your jacket pocket *just yet* as you take her by the hand and lead her to *the* spot. ✨ Your heart is exploding out of your chest and, as you sink to one knee to ask THE question, you watch her face go through so many emotions- realization, shock, overwhelming *joy* - and you just wish you could freeze that moment and the complete happiness you feel at her “YES!!!” to forever. ✨ If you *could* freeze that emotion in a photograph, to look at over and over, until you’re both sitting with your grandkids on your lap, retelling your love story from start to finish - wouldn’t you invest in that moment? ✨ #georgiaweddingphotographer #atlantaweddingphotography #georgiaengagementphotographer #chattanoogaengagementphotographer #tennesseeweddingphotographer #proposalphotography #proposalphotographer #shesaidyes #shesaidyes💍 #engaement

September bridal expos are quickly approaching!!!🥳🥳🥳 I can’t wait to see everyone at @the_sixtytwo on September 8th and @trilithguesthouse on September 15th!!! Be sure to stop by my table to say hi, enter the Giveaway, and grab a sweet treat!🧡#georgiaweddingphotographer #alpharettaweddingphotographer #atlantaweddingphotography #destinationweddingphotographer #buckheadweddingphotographer #readyforfall #pumpkinspiceeverything

Just do it. Get the album. You won’t regret investing in a priceless heirloom that you can cuddle on the couch with your kids and pour over, while telling the story of how you and their dad feel in love. ❤️#georgiaweddingphotographer #atlantaweddingphotography #alpharettaweddingphotographer

Headshot swap with #comunityovercompetition photographer friends at @kiah.studios ! Thank you @hunter.hennes for organizing this. It was so much fun to hang out with everyone!

Now Booking Spring Minis at Kiah Studios for March 30th. There are only two spots left, so be sure to message me and snag yours before they're GONE!

The best thing you can do if you want sleepy newborn photos? Make sure your baby has a full belly! Giving your tiny cutie a quick top-off right before his or her session works wonders! (A fresh diaper doesn’t hurt either 😉) I’m working on this cutie’s Newborn gallery and I can’t wait to see her and her parents again for her 3 Month Milestone session!😍

This little moment at James and Elsie’s post-wedding Adventure Session brought me so much joy. 😍 #atlantaweddingphotographer #destinationweddingphotographer #castlephotosession

My three top tips for 🎄 Minis are…⬇️ 1) Read your Client Style Guide…and then ASK your photographer for their professional opinion on your outfits. Trust me, we don’t mind - in fact, we love it when our clients trust us enough to ask our opinion!❤️ 2) Check the travel time to your session location the night before your session…and then add 15 minutes for 🎁🎄 holiday traffic. (Just trust me.) It’s far better to arrive to your session early and relaxed, than to feel rushed and panicked because you’re running late! 3) BREATHE, mama. You’ve done a masterful amount of prep for your session and gotten everyone into the car fully dressed and on time. It can be tempting to feel frustrated or even a little panicked if your kiddos don’t smile right away. Take a deep breath and give them a few minutes to warm up to me. (I’ll even do a silly little chicken-dance if I need to!) I can’t wait to see you for your Christmas Mini Session!

Now booking 2024 Newborns! Get $100 off your newborn session when you inquire before November 26th. #BlackFridaySale2023

Get $500 off your 2024 wedding when you book during my Black Friday Sale! Leave a comment or message me at Shanle Bowen Photography to get an early peek at the sale!

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