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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Holly // Casa Grande Senior

Remember Holly’s Snowy Senior Pictures? Well, we decided we needed a round two out in the desert before this fabulous girl graduates! Holly is a valedictorian of Mission Heights Preparatory High School and has been accepted to college at BYU Utah! So not only is she beautiful but she’s go the brains too! We are […]

Seniors

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Cineprose Films // Tempe Town Lake

Beth and Denver are the sweet owners of Cineprose Films!  They are a fabulous, award winning, husband and wife team of videographers. We adore working with them at weddings. They have the kind of energy that you wish every one of your wedding vendors had. They do an incredible job and capturing the personality of each and […]

Portraits

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Rachel + Ruston // Peralta Trail Engagements

Where do I begin with these two?! They love adventure almost as much as they love each other. We met out at the road that heads up to Peralta Trail before sunrise one Friday morning. The morning light was unimaginable. We followed each other down the winding dirt road through the desert until we were so […]

Engagements

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