A camera’s been basically glued to my hands since childhood. I didn’t fall in love with photography because of the technical stuff, but because of the way it can make someone light up when they see themselves. That’s what I want for you: to feel beautiful and confident in front of my lens.

I'm Shelby!

I’m inspired by the Arizona desert, vibrant colors, and people who love out loud.

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Alexa + Randy // Payson Engagement Session

Just about 4 years ago Randy asked Alexa to lunch and brought her flowers and here they are, headed strong onto forever! The first time we met Alexa and Randy we noticed how special their relationship was and how kind they were to each other and their engagement session just confirmed it. We had been […]

Engagements

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Shae + Spencer // Fall Maternity Session

Is Shae not just the cutest little pregnant lady you have ever seen? If there’s such thing as #PregnantBellyGoals she’s for sure achieved it! Not only is she beautiful on the outside but she is super beautiful on the inside too. She was so kind and her love and excitement for her little one on […]

Portraits

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Kristine + Ian // Superstition Mountain Sweetheart Session

One of my favorite parts about the family picture season is all of our return #ShelbyLeaBrides that we get to see again with their hubbies. Kristine was one of our fabulous past Shelby Lea Brides and meeting up with her and Ian for their Christmas photos felt like meeting up with old friends! We had so […]

Families

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