3 Ways to Make Your Photo Business More Inclusive

We are living times in which people are starting to feel more comfortable in showcasing who they really are, moving away from social constructs. Unfortunately, industries like the wedding industry, are still catching up on how to approach those changes and you still...

Fallout Birthday Photoshoot | Sharma Shari Photography

Birthday Photoshoot - I love celebrating birthdays. Birthdays are the perfect excuse to reflect on your life, celebrate who you are and that you survived another trip around the sun. I try to celebrate any type of birthdays as much as I can and when it comes to mine,...

Top 5 Reasons To Do A First Look | Sharma Shari Photography

As a wedding photographer, I get asked a lot about the First Look. Should I do it? Would it take the emotion away? Here is my top 5 reasons why you should do it. The First Look is what we call a moment before the wedding when the couple decides to see, or be with,...

Alternative Wedding Rings – A Review on Groove Ring

Silicone Rings are becoming a great alternative to traditional wedding rings.  They are becoming more and more popular among people that their active lifestyle or line of work don't allow them to show off their ring. I was one of them. Every time that I ran a race or...

Petro Waterfront Mansion, St Petersburg Fl – Jennifer + MJ

Jennifer and MJ wedding at the Petro Waterfront Mansion in St Petersburg Fl was a really relaxing day, how every wedding should be. The Mansion, like the name suggests, is by the water with its own private boat dock. It also has plenty of rooms for your bridal party...

Downtown St Petersburg Engagement – Stephanie & Brad

Downtown St Petersburg has a charm that is very hard to explain. It is no surprise that it has become a great spot for strolling on a Sunday afternoon or a great place to eat. Or, like in Stephanie and Brad case, the place for a first date. It was no brainer that...

Micolash – Bloodborne Cosplay

One of my favorite type of photography, other than weddings, is portraits, especially cosplay portraits. Cosplayers put so much work and dedication in creating these costumes. It is always an honor when I get called to shoot them. Of course, when Americo contacted me...

Surprise Proposal at Dragon Con – Atlanta, GA – Jina + Ema

My favorite con so far is Dragon*Con in Atlanta. For me, it's the one who mixes the most about pop culture and other aspects of being a geek (science, electronics, etc). There is a little bit off for everybody in Dragon Con. As a geek photographer, It was always a...

How to Rock your Engagement Session

You got your photographer (Yey! Scratched of that one from the To-do list!). Everything is perfect until you realize your photographer offers an engagement session! The panic sets in. Last time you had your photo taken was in high school. Don't worry, you are in the...

March For Our Lives – Why I Marched

This past  March 24th I joined Parkland community and marched at the March For Our Lives. This march was organized by the survivors of the Marjory Stoneman Douglas High School shooting, that happened on February 14th, 2018.  The survivors, students from the school,...
Vintage Florida Wedding – Creative Loafing Space – Dannette + Devin

Vintage Florida Wedding – Creative Loafing Space – Dannette + Devin

Dannette and Devin had a beautiful Vintage Florida Wedding in the heart of Ybor Historic Center in Tampa. The Creative Loafing Space ...

Little Mermaid Inspired Wedding – Adriana + Jorge

Little Mermaid Inspired Wedding – Adriana + Jorge

There is a saying that if it rains on your wedding day, it means many blessings are upon your marriage. If this is true, Adriana and ...

Doctor Who Wedding – Magnolia Point Golf Club – Beth & Ken

Doctor Who Wedding – Magnolia Point Golf Club – Beth & Ken

Beth and Ken pulled the ultimate Doctor Who Wedding…on the second try. Let me explain. The original wedding date was October 8th.

Wedding Planning Resources for the Non-Traditional Couples

Wedding Planning Resources for the Non-Traditional Couples

You got engaged! Congrats! Time to start planning that Jedi-meets-harry-potter garden party that you and your partner have been ...

Unicorn 30th Smash Cake – Adriana Turns 30!

Unicorn 30th Smash Cake – Adriana Turns 30!

Turning 30? This Unicorn 30th Smash cake would make turning 30 the best birthday yet!  I’ve been watching the trend go, women ...

Atlanta Travel Engagement Photos – Adriana & Jorge

Atlanta Travel Engagement Photos – Adriana & Jorge

Before setting up any details for an engagement session, I always ask my couples to think of their favorite places, the things they ...

Bridesmaids Dresses Ideas for the Disney Lover

Bridesmaids Dresses Ideas for the Disney Lover

Are you a Disney lover looking how to incorporate your Disney Obsession into your wedding? These dresses are the perfect as bridesmaid ...

Sweetwater Brewery Hallowedding – Patti & Matt

Sweetwater Brewery Hallowedding – Patti & Matt

Black dress, walking down the aisle with White Stripes’ Seven Nation Army and everything halloween was the perfect setup for this

Puerto Rico Destination Wedding | Madeline + Javier

Puerto Rico Destination Wedding | Madeline + Javier

Every time I have Puerto Rico Destination Wedding is such a treat for me. Having the chance to visit my island and do what I love, ...

5 Unique Cake Topper Ideas

5 Unique Cake Topper Ideas

5 Unique Cake Topper Ideas. Working with non-traditional couples, I get my share of unique cake toppers. I want to share some of my ...

About Me

I’m Sharma Shari. I am photographer who loves to capture geeky, creative and offbeat weddings, portraits and editorial. I love a good DIY wedding with geek elements, an offbeat affair filled with the couple’s details everywhere. I used to be a Computer Engineer but I walked away from the cubicle life and became a Photographer instead.

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