Real moments and emotions, forever captured in a documentary style, and blending in effortlessly so you can be fully present with each other. That’s my goal for your wedding. I like referring to my posing style as curated candids, and often use prompts instead of traditional posing, while mixing in those classic portraits.
My editing is true to color and timeless, celebrating rich tones, clean light, and natural colors that celebrate the beauty of real moments. My goal is for your photos to feel as genuine as the day itself, skin tones that glow softly, colors that feel alive, and light that flatters without overwhelming.
I focus on a classic, vibrant edit that preserves emotion and atmosphere. Your photos will look refined yet full of personality.
I’m drawn to imperfection, laughter, tears, movement, and the in-between moments that reveal who you truly are. Each photograph is crafted with intention and heart. I aim to capture your energy and connection in a way that feels real, timeless, and deeply you.
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BASED IN LOs angeles, FOLLOWING YOU WHERE YOUR LOVE STORY TAKES YOU
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hey there! I'm Shelby,
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I grew up in the prime of the TLC wedding shows like Four Weddings and Say Yes to The Dress. I've always loved how they capture stories and this early exposure gave me a passion and love for weddings. It's hard to believe that I now get to capture those stories myself.
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Working with Shelby as our wedding photographer was honestly a dream! She made us feel so comfortable and relaxed the whole time, and we were laughing non-stop. The planning and communication leading up to the day was super easy, and she kept everything organized so we didn’t have to worry about a thing. The photos are absolutely stunning! They perfectly capture all the emotions of the day. If you’re looking for someone who can deliver gorgeous photos and make you feel amazing, Shelby is the one. We’re so grateful for the beautiful memories captured by Shelby!!
-shelby & Brandon
Shelby photographed my rehearsal dinner and wedding in May of 2025 and she was amazing! Not only did she make me feel super comfortable on an already nerve wracking day but the photos she took were stunning! Not only the color photos but the black and white photos were incredible as well!! Highly recommend her as a photographer.
-Rivitha & Forrest
Shelby is an amazing, talented human whose kindness and support made the entire process seamless. The photos she captured are truly breathtaking – every image was filled with genuine emotion, beautifully showcasing the joy, love and special moments of the day and they will be cherished forever! We couldn’t be more grateful for her incredible work and highly recommend her to anyone looking for a photographer who will go above and beyond to make your day unforgettable! Can't wait to reconnect next time I'm back in Charleston :)
-Elizabeth & Matt
Shelby was amazing to work with!! Not only a fabulous photographer, but also a kind and super laid back individual! Our engagement photos took place on, perhaps, the most humid day of the decade and she still produced beautiful pictures (& tolerated the heat with us without a second thought). She was just as wonderful at the wedding, letting us share our ideas and adding her creative twist. The pictures again turned out perfectly!! She was communicative throughout the wedding process as well and heard us out on any of our photo style preferences. Would absolutely recommend Shelby for your photography needs!! I hope to work with her again in the future!
-Natalie & Hayden
