Michael Allen

HAPPY NEW YEAR! The best thing happened - @ourppa chose some of my favorite photographs to be featured in the January 2026 issue of PPA Magazine! Such an honor! Here’s a tear sheet of the page! Holy Smokes! This is so great! #photographer #ppa #canonphotography #neworleans #happynewyear

Sun-drenched frames from Tulum 🌴✨ Capturing luxury, light, and the soul of the Riviera Maya for brands that live in color. #hilton #conradhilton #TulumPhotography #CommercialPhotography #TravelPhotography #TulumMexico #BrandPhotography #LifestylePhotography #ResortPhotography #GoldenHour #MexicoPhotography #CanonPhotography #TulumVibes #HospitalityPhotography #EditorialPhotography #Photoshoot #TulumPhotographer #canonPhotography #ProductPhotographer #BehindTheLens #PhotoshootBTS #StyledShoot #styledshootsbysouthernbride #southernbridemagazine #workshop #masterclasses #photographymasterclass #ppa #wppi

An invitation to photographers who want to shoot in New Orleans summer 2024! @styledshootsbysouthernbride is heading to NOLA! Join us! #styledshoots #photographers #travelphotography #weddingphotography #retreat #workshop #photographyworkshop #editorial #business #inspiration #beinspired #sonyphotography #nikonphotography #canonphotography #weddingvideographer #models #luxurylifestyle #photographytips #learn #grow #fun #travel #bloggers #florist #magazine #southernbridemagazine #shutterfest #cameras #paulbuff

Just wrapped an unforgettable week chasing light through the jungles of Belize 🌿📸 From misty mornings at the base of Sleeping Giant to golden sunsets filtering through the canopy, on to dreamy beaches this place is pure magic. Grateful to have spent it with my camera in hand, heart full, and soul recharged. Belize, you stole a piece of me. #BelizeJungle #SleepingGiantResort #WildlifePhotography #NatureTherapy #AdventureAwaits Canon @michaelallen @styledshootsbysouthernbride @southernbride @sleeping.giant.lodge @alaiabelize @kim.lazic @g.kubai @_saulie_ @americanair @tropicair

“From the vaults of the South to the lights of New Vegas 💍☢️ Southern Bride Magazine just dropped the most radioactive bridal look yet. Who says you can’t walk down the aisle in the apocalypse? #SouthernBride #FalloutVibes #DesertElopement #VegasBride @pioneersaloonnevada @palms @astorybookchapel @styledshootsbysouthernbride @southernbride @michaelallen

Landed in Belize for a week long photo shoot! Sitting by the jungle river eating fresh fruit and coconut pancakes for breakfast. Sleeping Giant Rainforest Lodge

My photo workshop in Memphis was a big hit!

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**Michael Allen** is a professional photographer based in Memphis, Tennessee, with over 20 years of experience specializing in editorial, wedding, commercial, and magazine photography. He has served as the exclusive editorial photographer for *Southern Bride Magazine* for more than 15 years, shooting styled editorial sessions at luxurious locations across the U.S. and internationally. Yes, he has conducted photography shoots in **Napa Valley wine country**. In particular, he led a high-end styled photography shoot and workshop in Napa Valley, California, featuring iconic venues such as: - Beringer Vineyards - V. Sattui Winery - Bardessono Hotel and Spa - The Culinary Institute of America at Greystone These sessions focus on teaching editorial-style photography techniques, portfolio building, and networking for wedding industry professionals, often in collaboration with *Southern Bride Magazine*. His main website is [michaelallenphotography.com](/), where you can find details on his workshops, master classes, and portfolio. Galleries from past styled shoots, including Napa Valley #NapaValley #Napa #WineCountry #VisitNapaValley #Vineyard @styledshootsbysouthernbride @southernbride

Europa Village is a stunning European-inspired winery resort in Temecula’s wine country, perfect for photography with its vineyards, Tuscan architecture, sunset views, and lush landscapes. I’m catching up on my posts from shoots this year. California was magical! #California #WineLovers #WineTasting #SoCal #InlandEmpire #weddings #styledshoots #workshops #canonphotography #canonr5mk2 #brides #photographers @jcdesignsweddings

@styledshootsbysouthernbride @southernbride @michaelallen @greta_milkovic @jairomodel Tulum Mexico was an epic week! Here’s one of my favorite photos, many more to come! #wedding #veil #mexico #hilton #conradhilton #tulummexico #couple #love #beautiful #art #photographers #travelphotography #beachwedding #fashionmodels #realcouple #workshop #photoworkshops