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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Torie + Ryan // Papago Park Engagement

Yes. Torie and Ryan are as sweet and in love as they look. Shooting their engagements was so relaxing and so much fun. I absolutely love shooting at Papago Park and Tempe Town Lake. We have shot there a handful of times now but it never gets old. Torie and Ryan’s love for each other […]

Engagements

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Kayla + RT // Marana Arizona Engagement

Kayla was a bridesmaid in the Sonoita, Arizona Wedding so when she asked if we would be able to shoot her engagement photos we were thrilled. We loved watching her and her sweet family party, dance, and have fun at the wedding. When we met with them in Marana it felt like meeting up with old friends! […]

Families

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Bailey + Laine // Mount Graham Engagement

When we pulled into Laine’s family driveway we saw these two walking hand in hand. They were visiting and laughing and I knew instantly that this was going to be one fabulous photo shoot.  They share so much love. I didn’t get all the details but the way that Lane proposed to Bailey was by […]

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