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I approach every wedding with my whole heart. I don’t just show up for the ceremony—I immerse myself in your entire wedding weekend, taking time to know your families, your friends, and the people who make your world feel like home. I pay attention to the hugs, the inside jokes, the quiet moments, and the loud celebrations. When I understand the relationships and energy surrounding you, I can photograph your day with intention, depth, and genuine care. Every wedding is deeply personal, and I make it a priority to learn what matters most to you, because it truly matters to me too.
On your wedding day, I move gently and attentively as an artful observer—present but never intrusive. I allow moments to unfold naturally, stepping in with thoughtful guidance only when it’s needed, so nothing ever feels forced or rushed. I want you to feel comfortable, grounded, and fully yourselves. To me, wedding photographs are more than just pictures; they are legacy and love. They hold the feeling of this season, the people who stood beside you, and the moments you’ll want to return to again and again. My goal is to create images that feel honest, emotional, and timeless—photographs that let you relive not just how your day looked, but how deeply it was felt.
Let's create an experience that will forever be etched in your memories, making your special day an affair to be cherished for a lifetime.
Emotive & Intentional wedding Photography
Ten weeks after your wedding day, you'll receive an email from me with a link to your completed gallery. Here, you can download your images, share them with family & friends, and order high-quality prints to hang in your home.
06. Gallery Delivery
On your wedding day, I arrive giddy and ready to share in your joy and celebration. I'll be both in-control and discrete on your wedding day, allowing things to unfold and happen naturally. I'll be ready, with my camera in-hand, to document the day exactly as it happened - the scripted and unscripted alike.
05. Wedding day
The engagement and/or bridal session is one of my favorite times together. Creating an environment where my clients feel comfortable in front of my lens is exceptionally important to me. Here, we'll be able to run through a series of poses and you'll see firsthand how my process translates over to the final gallery.
04. Engagements / Bridals
After your contract is signed and your initial retainer is paid, we'll be official and we can start planning out our time together. A few weeks after booking, I'll send over a questionnaire for you to fill out that will help me come up with a timeline for your day. We'll hop on a quick call to run through it all.
03. Timeline Design
After your inquiry lands in my inbox, I'll reach out to you within 24 hours to schedule a call. On this call, we'll chat all about your wedding - your vision, the vibe, how you want your day to feel, etc. and we'll run through some collection and a la carte options. If it feels like a good fit for us both, we'll get you booked!
02. Consultation
The first step in our on-boarding process is sending an inquiry. You can do this by filling out the contact form on the "Contact" page on this website. Tell me everything - how you met, a little bit about your relationship, your vision for your wedding, etc. Please spare no details. I truly want to know it all!
01. Inquire
Our Process
your tailored experience
— Jillian, Spell Events
I have had the absolute pleasure of working with Shelby and then as a client of hers. I first met Shelby through work, her as the photographer and I as the wedding planner. She was INCREDIBLE to work with and brought so much joy to not only the couple but the vendor team as well. She was incredible and prioritized the bride and grooms experience and made my job easy as can be.
"She was INCREDIBLE to work with and brought so much joy..."
What other vendors are saying
services
wedding & Pre-Wedding services
- All Day Coverage
- Film & Digital Imagery
- Complimentary Engagement or Bridal Session
- Timeline Assistance
The quiet glances, the unspoken promises, and the fleeting moments that deserve to be remembered. My approach ensures that every image feels authentic, heartfelt, and true to who you are. I focus on storytelling that captures emotion as it naturally unfolds, without forcing or staging what’s already beautiful. The result is imagery that feels timeless, personal, and deeply meaningful.
Wedding photographs are more than just pictures; they are an intimate expression of your story and the love you share.
Weddings
Timeless Imagery for Modern Romantics
- One to Two Hours of Shooting Time
- Film & Digital Imagery
- An Online Gallery with Unlimited Downloads
- Print Rights
Your engagement session is an opportunity to celebrate your connection and the story you’re building together. Through natural interactions and meaningful moments, the images created will reflect your genuine emotions and the joy leading up to your wedding day.
Crafted to reflect your personalities and the love that brought you here, creating meaningful, authentic images that celebrate the start of your marital journey.
Engagements
The Start of a Wonderful Season
- One to Two Hours of Shooting Time
- Film & Digital Imagery
- An Online Gallery with Unlimited Downloads
- Print Rights
A bridal session allows you to embrace the artistry and emotion of becoming a bride. Each portrait is crafted to reflect your unique style and spirit, creating timeless images that honor this meaningful chapter in your life.
Honoring the grace, confidence, and individuality that define you in this moment. Portraits that will be cherished for generations to come.
Bridals
A Southern and Timeless Tradition
— Rachel & Max
Shelby is the absolute best! Yes, her photos are incredible, but bonus… Shelby as a person is just so much fun. She has a magical way of making you feel comfortable in front of the camera, and really capturing the moment.
— Brooke & Kelly
As a bride, it’s easy to feel overwhelmed with all the decisions that have to be made for your wedding day. Choosing Shelby as our photographer was one of our very best decisions. She is a GEM! Shelby captures moments in such a genuine way. She directs people with kindness and confidence for formals, and knows how to perfectly capture memories in-the-moment for candids. AND our photos came out beautiful. We are so blessed by Shelby.
— Mireya, Mother of the Groom
Shelby is absolutely amazing! We've received endless compliments from our guests on how great our photographer was. She was so pleasant and fun during the entire wedding. Our family can't thank her enough for everything she did.
Over the past decade, my work has taken me across the country, entrusted with the privilege of documenting some of life’s most intimate and unforgettable moments. No matter the setting - from quiet backyard ceremonies to sweeping destination weddings - I approach each story with the same quiet reverence, knowing how much these memories will mean years down the line.
At the heart of my work is a deep fascination with human connection. I’m endlessly inspired by the subtle, unspoken language between people in love — the gentle touch of a hand, the teary glance across a room, the laughter shared in the spaces between the vows. These small, sacred moments are what drive me as an artist. They shape the way I see a wedding day, not just as a celebration, but as a living, breathing narrative worth telling with care.
Presence over Perfection
My approach to Wedding Days
wondering how it all works?
frequently asked questions
Full wedding galleries usually take up to ten weeks to deliver, while portrait galleries (engagements, bridals, etc,) are delivered around four to five weeks.
No two wedding days are alike, but please rest assured that we will paint a full picture of your wedding day.
Absolutely! Yes to both!
How exciting! I am so honored you've decided to invite me into such a wonderful and meaningful celebration. To officially reserve your date on my calendar, send me an email telling me you'd like to move forward with the booking process and include the collection/additional selections you'd like. I'll draft up a formal proposal and send it your way for review. Once the contract is signed and the initial retainer (50% of the collection total) is paid, your date is officially reserved! Hooray!