I've had a camera in my hand since I was 10, and it didn't take long before I learned the power I have to make others feel beautiful. When you step in front of my camera, that's my wish for you as well. To feel beautiful and confident just as you are.

I'm Shelby!

i'm obsessed with the arizona desert, muted greens, and sunset glows.

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Brooke + Tyler // Mogollon Rim Engagement

Brooke and Tyler came all the way from Minnesota to attend a friends wedding and to have their engagement photos taken.. by me! What an honor! Brooke was a bridesmaid a few years ago in the Bittner Wedding! I remember visiting with her and a few other girls during our downtime about “the cute boy […]

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Aferdita + Ricky // Mogollon Rim Engagement

This adventurous couple wanted something different with a fabulous view and I would have to say that we ended up with just that. Aferdita and Ricky got engaged this January and are getting married next January in Costa Rica! It will be our first destination wedding outside of the states and we couldn’t be anymore […]

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Joy + Henry // Papago Park Engagement

Joy and Henry are high school sweethearts. They have been together for 5 years and this year is the year they tie the knot. When asking them about their love story they both start glowing and huge smiles beam across both of their faces. Their love radiates. We are so happy to be a part […]

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