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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Morgan + Donald // Colorado Golf Club Wedding

If you’ve been following my blog for awhile, Morgan and Donald might look a bit familiar to you! That’s because they were at Aferdita and Ricky’s Destination Wedding in Costa Rica!!  Morgan was one of Aferdita’s bridesmaids!! When Morgan reached out to me about her and Donald getting married my heart skipped a beat! Not only […]

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Kayla + Justin // Noah’s Event Center Wedding

Remember Joy and Henry’s beautiful Sedona Wedding? Well Kayla and Justin were in their bridal party on their wedding day and are some of Joy and Henry’s best friends! It was such an honor that they chose us to capture their wedding day as well! When we arrived to Noah’s Event Center there was nothing but […]

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Mandi + Jordan // Schnepf Farm Wedding

We had been looking forward to Mandi and Jordans wedding day since the day of their engagement session. We had so much fun with them that we knew their big day was going to be something special. We were so right. Mandi and Jordan love anything and everything outdoors. Jordan proposed to Mandi on the […]

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