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Shagari Gerard | Photographer + Storyteller

@shagarigerard

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Sometimes the fairy tale isn’t something you watch; if you’re lucky, you get to live it with someone who makes the ordinary feel extraordinary and who loves you through every version of yourself.

Grooms: @bdc1911 & @makingsofmalik
Wedding Planner & Designer: @russell.wendell
Photographer: @shagarigerard
Videographer: @lexiproduction
Venue: Private Residence
Floral & Decor: @a.y_designs_
Rentals & Decor: @amaneeventrents
Grooms’ Custom Attire & Styling: @ellisesq
Hair Styling: @shamirstyles
MUA & Grooming: @gigi.leface
Officiant: @thejonrobert
Master of Ceremony: @theemperorsmith
Cake: @apinchbakery
Catering: @houseofambrosia_atl
DJ: @djroyaltyatl2
Band: @chriskingsax
Lighting, A/V & Special Effects: @lumiscapes
Custom Builds: @abillionwoodprojectsllc
Linen: @idolinens taken in Atlanta, Georgia by @shagarigerard

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It’s giving modern-day Ken and Barbie!! 🖤 We are SO excited to share our latest cover featuring our favorite #Bachelorette couple, @charitylawson and @dotunolubeko ! 🌹🌹 Their love story is one for the ages. We had the pleasure of interviewing them and photographing them in Grenada at the award-winning and black-owned @spiceislandbeachresort.

Tomorrow, you can view Issue 32 on our Digital Newsstand, read the exclusive interview, and pre-order a print copy. 🎉

Thanks so much to the AMAZING creative team. We can’t wait to share all the beauty with you tomorrow. ❤️

#blackbusinessmonth #nationalblackbusinessmonth #munaluchibride #munaissue32 #charitylawson #bachelorette

Creative Team

Photographer: Shagari Jackson of @shagarigerardphotography
Photography Assistant: Collins Camp of @Studio87Media
Makeup: Felicia Graham @feliciagrahambeauty_
Hair: Tinika Sadiku @hairbysadiku
Wardrobe Styling for Dotun: Ilbert Sanchez of @garconcouture with assistance from Rachelle Teart
Wardrobe Styling for Charity: Gani Shittu of @houseofsimiraj
Videography: Mike Okafor Films @mikeokaforfilms with assistance from Roseline Conteh
Cover Shoot Location: Spice Island Beach Resort, Grenada @spiceislandbeachresort
Creative Direction: Jacqueline Nwobu @jackienwobu
Cover Interview: Linda Wallentine @lindawallentine.art
Cover look: Corset+Skirt: @andreaiyamah.bride | Tux: @garconcouture | Earrings: @earring_envy | headpiece + bracelet: @aiandeva
Publication: @MunaLuchiBride taken in Spice Island Beach Resort by @shagarigerard

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Queen of the Ball @toyajohnson @sixwardsteppers @eventsbyjuana_

Hair @tater_pazon
Makeup @iamerica_nicole
Headpiece @racqnoir

Dress 1 @albinadyla

Jumpsuit @eseazenabor by @shagarigerard

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Not every pregnancy looks the same.

She has spent 36 days in the hospital, with another 24 expected before meeting her baby. Diagnosed with placenta previa and placenta accreta, she faces serious pregnancy complications that can cause life threatening bleeding and require specialized care.

This is her second pregnancy, as she prepares to welcome her second child. Though bedridden she still wanted to do something to capture and commemorate her child. She asked if I would photograph her maternity session at the hospital because she couldn’t come to me. I was honored

Her employer has supported her in working remotely, giving her a sense of normalcy and connection to the career she has built.

Her friend pushed her between locations in a wheelchair, and she stood for the portraits. Between quiet moments and plenty of laughter, we made space to celebrate her and her growing family.

Thank you for trusting me with this part of your story. Please keep her and her baby in your prayers as they take these next weeks one day at a time. 🤍

Be on the lookout for complete story

Hair @texturd_styles
Makeup @kayla.jf taken in Woman's Hospital by @shagarigerard

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Chapter 35: a litter older, a lot more grateful. ✨ Cheers to romanticizing another year of me! 🥂🎂♎️ #libra #libraseason

Photographer: @shagarigerard
Makeup Artist: @tiffanyglammakeup
Hair: @joiejoei x
Dress: @albinadyla taken in Houston, Texas by @shagarigerard

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October’s Very Own.
Another Shagari x Killa birthday collab.

🎉🥳🍾

Zebra dress & mustard dress look

Hair by @shaymichellehair
Makeup by @dontaeambermakeup

Denim & corset look
Hair by Karen herself
Makeup @alexiscascio

Clutch/bag @ladicani_ by @shagarigerard

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Cheers to Mr. & Mrs. Macklin🤍

| Captured/reel by🤳🏾: @candidsbykey |

Wedding planner @luxdecorrental
Photographer: @shagarigerard
BTS content: @candidsbykey
Floral: @_sochiceventdesign_
Makeup: @nikkifacesmua
Hair: @unbleavablebridal
Venue: @ironmanor
Bridal dress: @brickhousebridal_bhb

#weddingcontentcreator #weddingdaycontentcreator #weddingday #weddinginspo #weddingreception by @shagarigerard

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Wedding day glow ✨

| Captured/reel by🤳🏾: @candidsbykey |

Wedding planner @luxdecorrental
Photographer: @shagarigerard
BTS content: @candidsbykey
Floral: @_sochiceventdesign_
Makeup: @nikkifacesmua
Hair: @unbleavablebridal
Venue: @ironmanor
Bridal dress: @brickhousebridal

#weddingcontentcreator #weddingdaycontentcreator #weddingdress #weddinginspo #bride by @shagarigerard

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When he says “I’m pulling up. Let’s go get married!”

A New Orleans Elopement captured on medium format and 35mm film.

Been holding this one in for almost a month and they said it’s go time 😁. Thank you Anthony & Alisha for trusting me to document such a special moment for you guys in such a classic manner. Congrats to the newlyweds @b_anthonykimble @mustbthemonette

Hair & Makeup by @glambyamanda
Film processed and scanned by @richardphotolab
Venue @raceandreligious taken in New Orleans, Louisiana by @shagarigerard

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3 years ago

It’s a simple truth that when love finds you, time takes a backseat. Those sweet, silent moments spent together, filled with understanding and connection, become everything. With every second, I fall deeper. 7 months until we say I do.

Couple @tiaaltinay @kantstop5
Planner & Designer @lcdevents
Photography @shagarigerardphotography
Makeup- @muadanamichele
Hair @leoeleyinc
Cafe location @boucherie_us West Village
Lounge/bar location @Dearirving On Broadway
Content creator @capturedbychinny taken in Boucherie West Village by @shagarigerard

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6 months ago

The bouquet and all the details that made it hers.

Planner: @poshedandpeachy
Photographer: @shagarigerardphotography
Florals: @michellewestdesign
MUA: @beautybyjuji
Bride’s Gown: @grace_loves_lace

#weddingflorists #neworleanswedding #weddingdesign #weddingbouquets #neworleansflorist taken in New Orleans, Louisiana by @shagarigerard

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#Gameday @_zhsfootball
Last week against Acadiana, QB1 Jacori Platt delivered a stellar performance. j_platt13

291 passing yards.
66 rushing yards.
4 total touchdowns.
Player of the Week.

This season, I have the privilege of documenting Jacori and the Zachary. Jacori doesn’t say much he just goes out and competes & gives his all on every rep.

Good luck tonight to Jacori and the entire Zachary family. Go put on a show. 🎥🏈

#JacoriPlatt #ZacharyFootball #QB1 #FridayNightLights by @shagarigerard

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