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🎒 My Favorite Piece of Gear You’ve Probably Never Tried
Discover why a double camera holster belt is my favorite photography gear upgrade — from comfort and speed to versatility and customization.
Rachael Shine
5 days ago


💾 The Golden Rule: Always Back It Up
Learn why photographers should always back up their photos — from preventing data loss to protecting your creative work for years to come.
Rachael Shine
Nov 28


🎧 The Sounds (and Chaos) of Editing Days
From true crime podcasts to trash TV, here’s what keeps me company while editing and working as a photographer.
Rachael Shine
Nov 24


☀️ The Calm Before the Clicks
Go behind the scenes of a typical shoot day — from charging gear and packing equipment to shooting, traveling, and importing images.
Rachael Shine
Nov 21


💭 The Pre-Shoot Jitters Never Really Go Away
Even after years of experience, I still get nervous before photo sessions — and that’s a good thing. Here’s why those pre-shoot jitters actually mean you care.
Rachael Shine
Nov 17


💭 A Pep Talk to My Younger Photographer Self
Lessons I’d share with my younger self as a photographer — from knowing your worth to setting boundaries and finding your creative lane.
Rachael Shine
Nov 14


🌍 My Photography Bucket List – Dream Locations Around the World
From the Grand Tetons to the Dolomites and Iceland, here’s my photography bucket list of dream destinations filled with mountains, coastlines, and magic light.
Rachael Shine
Nov 10


📌 Pinning the Vision – My Favorite Pinterest Boards for Photoshoot Inspiration
A behind-the-scenes look at my favorite Pinterest boards for photoshoot inspiration — from western editorials to cozy studio sessions and playful family portraits.
Rachael Shine
Oct 31


Balancing Business and Creativity as a Photographer 🎨💼
Struggling to balance business and creativity as a photographer? Here’s how I juggle the artistic side of photography with the demands of running a business.
Rachael Shine
Oct 27


☕ Go-To Coffee Shops in Logan, Utah for Editing and Computer Work
Discover the best coffee shops in Logan, Utah to get editing and computer work done. From cozy corners to great Wi-Fi, here are my favorite spots to stay productive.
Rachael Shine
Oct 20


🌄Finding Inspiration in Logan, Utah
Discover how living in Logan, Utah inspires creativity, photography, and connection to nature. Explore how Logan’s beauty shapes artistic vision.
Rachael Shine
Oct 13


📖 Finding Photography Inspiration from Books
Discover how stories, characters, and worlds from my favorite books inspire my photography. From Throne of Glass to Babel, see how literature fuels creativity behind the lens.
Rachael Shine
Oct 6


🎓 One Last Moment Before the Mission: A Cap & Gown Mini for Brok
A last-minute cap and gown mini session turned into a heartfelt farewell for Brok, a recent graduate headed to serve an LDS mission in Argentina. See how we captured the moment.
Rachael Shine
Oct 1


📷 My Editing Style Explained: Warm, True-to-Life, and Timeless
Curious what my editing style looks like? Discover how I keep your photos natural, warm, and timeless with a true-to-color approach that captures authentic memories.
Rachael Shine
Sep 26


📸 My Photography Journey: From High School Photo Club to Full-Time Storytelling
Take a walk with me down memory lane as I reflect on my photography journey — from high school photo club days to full-time professional photographer capturing stories across Utah
Rachael Shine
Aug 25


📸 Capturing Wonder: A Childhood Memory That Sparked My Photography Journey
A childhood memory of exploring the world with a red Canon point-and-shoot camera reveals the early spark of my passion for photography.
Rachael Shine
Aug 18


🌀Colored Caves – Concepts & Chaos
A creative editorial shoot at the Colored Caves near Kanab, Utah, featuring bold concepts like goddess, navy & gold, and fallen angel.
Rachael Shine
Aug 13


🌍 5 Personal Growth Goals I'm Reaching for This Year
From traveling the world to reading 75 books a year, here are 5 personal growth goals I’m focused on right now — and how you can use them to inspire your own journey.
Rachael Shine
Aug 11


🌅Dune Vibes & Sunrise Light – Coral Pink Sand Dunes Photoshoot
A cinematic, Dune-inspired styled shoot at Coral Pink Sand Dunes near Kanab, Utah, captured at sunrise by Logan-based traveling photographer.
Rachael Shine
Aug 6


My Most Embarrassing Moment as a Photographer
A fall family session that ends up being my most embarrassing moment as a photographer.
Rachael Shine
Aug 4
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