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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Spring Break 2016 // Solana Beach California

Colbe and I were able to find a tiny break in both of our crazy schedules that actually matched up! It was a miracle! So we made a dead sprint to the beach. One of the many things I love about Arizona is that it is only 5.5 hours from one of our favorite beaches […]

Personal

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Kayla + RT // Marana Arizona Engagement

Kayla was a bridesmaid in the Sonoita, Arizona Wedding so when she asked if we would be able to shoot her engagement photos we were thrilled. We loved watching her and her sweet family party, dance, and have fun at the wedding. When we met with them in Marana it felt like meeting up with old friends! […]

Families

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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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