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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Kristin + Collin // Secret Garden Wedding

Collin and Kristin met at Rock Point Church in 2007 and from then on everything just clicked. One day Collin took Kristin to Tempe Town Lake for some paddle boating, then they enjoyed lunch and hung out at the house for a bit. Once sunset came around, he took her on a picnic. Kristin said the […]

Weddings

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Jess + Alex // Mogollon Rim Engagement

Engagement season is one of my absolute favorites. I love getting to know all of my fabulous clients before their wedding day. It’s a beautiful time of celebration and joy. Jess and Alex’s engagement session was exactly that. We had such a great time together and so much in common. We met up in Payson and then […]

Engagements

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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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