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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Jess + Alex // Superstition Mountain Maternity Session

Jessica was one of our fabulous 2017 #ShelbyLeaBrides, so when she contacted me and asked if I could take her maternity photos I couldn’t say YES fast enough! She wanted beautiful desert scenery in her photos and we got her just that by going to Lost Dutchman State Park at Sunset! I love how many […]

Portraits

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Featured on Couture Colorado!

We are so thrilled that Mykayla and Alex’s beautiful Winter Elopement in Colorado has been featured on Couture Colorado Weddings! C L I C K   H E R E  to check out the feature!!

Weddings

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Caitlin + Jake Christmas Photos

Remember these two sweet faces? I took Caitlin and Jakes engagement photos this past Summer. When I got the text of Caitlin asking if I could take some Christmas pictures of them I almost jumped out of my seat. I was so excited and I had the perfect idea that I had been dying to […]

Engagements

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