Shawndale Thomas Photography

Not just behind the lens, but behind the vision

  • Professional headshot photographed by Shawndale Thomas—business attire, neutral backdrop, soft lighting.

    Personal Branding

    A tailored portrait session that merges art direction with strategy. We’ll map your message, style your wardrobe, and photograph a range of expressions and scenes that tell your story with confidence. Expect magazine-quality lighting, subtle retouching, multiple looks, and a curated gallery ready for launch. Available in studio or on location; video snippets and team coverage available.

  • Open-concept living room with high ceilings; walls and décor in warm, golden hues for a bright, inviting feel.

    Real Estate Media

    From warm, light-rich images to smooth video tours and dramatic drone reveals, I build a visual narrative buyers can feel. Every deliverable is intentional: angles that flatter, edits that pop, and short-form reels that spark shares. Optional add-ons: twilight edits, item removal, neighborhood b-roll, voiceover, and captions for social.

  • Close, intimate family hug conveying warmth and connection.

    Family Portraits

    Real smiles. Real moments. Zero stiff poses. I’ll guide you just enough to keep everyone relaxed while we capture the hugs, laughter, and little in-between moments that feel like home. Studio or on-location in Cincinnati. Optional short family film for that extra heart-tug.

  • Bride holding a vibrant, multi-colored bouquet; petals in sharp focus, bride slightly out of focus.

    Weddings

    Artful coverage. Calm guidance. Images you’ll feel for a lifetime.

    Your wedding day moves fast—our job is to slow the moments down and capture them beautifully. With a well-trained, detail-obsessed crew, we blend editorial polish with real, unscripted emotion. We’ll keep timelines humming, pose you naturally (no mannequin hands), wrangle family formals with grace, and read the light in any room—so you can stay present while we do the heavy lifting.

    What you can expect from our team

    Pro planning support: timeline consults, shot list strategy, location scouting, and vendor coordination so everything runs on time.

    Two sets of eyes (when booked): lead + second photographer to catch both big moments and quiet in-betweens.

    Natural direction: flattering, confidence-building guidance that still feels like you.

    Lighting mastery: clean, consistent color and magazine-level lighting—indoors, outdoors, day or night.

    Calm under pressure: problem-solvers with backup gear, rain plans, and a smile for the unexpected.

    Fast previews: a curated sneak peek to share quickly, with your full online gallery ready to download, share, and order prints.

    Heirloom options: designer albums, wall art, and keepsake boxes crafted to last.

    Popular inclusions & add-ons
    Engagement session • Two-photographer coverage • Cinematic highlights reel • Drone (venue-permitting) • Bridal details flat-lays • Rehearsal dinner coverage • Next-day sneak peeks • Custom album design

    Serving Cincinnati & destinations — polished, people-first coverage that feels effortless on the day and timeless forever.

    Ready to talk dates and details? Let’s design a wedding collection around your story.

Secure your spot

Step into a world where every click captures a masterpiece. Book your appointment today and let our innovative lenses crystallize the moments you cherish.

A man in gray T-shirt, camouflage shorts, and sneakers is adjusting a camera on a tripod. In the background, a girl in a red dress is holding a phone, and two women, one in red and one in black, stand nearby.

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