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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Darian + Weston // Gilbert Temple Wedding

To say that we adored working with these two would be an understatement. To say that they adored each other would be an even bigger understatement. Working with couples who love each other as much as these two do is every photographers dream. They rocked their rainy day bridal session and then sunshine came out […]

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