Evergreen Photography Gives Back
Shannon Schlater Shannon Schlater

Evergreen Photography Gives Back

For this Giving Tuesday, I wanted to give back to a local North Carolina charity as well as a global charity. First, I donated to the Triangle Land Conservancy, which has some of my favorite nature preserves, such as Horton Grove in Durham and Johnston Mill in Chapel Hill. Next up, another deserving charity, The Peregrine Fund. The Peregrine Fund supports global birds of prey research & conservation.

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The Research Triangle in Spring
Shannon Schlater Shannon Schlater

The Research Triangle in Spring

Spring in the Triangle means sprouting garden beds, dog walks, and exploring nature trails—and I’ve been soaking it all in, from Barred Owls calling along the White Oak Creek Greenway to Red-Shouldered Hawks soaring overhead. As the season unfolds, I’m also gearing up for a busy stretch in my Raleigh, North Carolina studio—capturing timeless family moments, professional headshots for new graduates entering the job market, and meaningful couple photos with the same love I bring to every outdoor adventure. Follow along for photography tips, seasonal stories, favorite local parks, and behind-the-scenes looks at both natural and studio settings.

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