Family

The Real
The Raw
The Moments In Between

A man and three children are swimming in the ocean, with one child carrying a smaller child on their hip. Waves are visible and the sky is partly cloudy.

Family is where the magic happens ~ in the noise, the laughter, the chaos, and the quiet moments in between. These sessions are about capturing what’s real: the way your little ones throw their arms around you, the way your partner looks at you when you don’t notice, the perfectly imperfect moments that make your story yours.

Group of five children and a teenager walking outdoors at sunset on a sandy path.

Family sessions are more than photos ~ they’re a reflection of who you are right now, a time capsule of your love in its truest form. Something beautiful to look back on, and something your children will one day hold dear.

A woman and two children in a field of flowers during sunset, with sunlight shining through trees in the background.

I’m not here to pose or perfect ~ I’m here to help you remember. To hold onto the way life feels right now. Whether it’s barefoot in your backyard, a golden sunset at the beach, or a slow morning snuggled on the couch, these moments are the ones that shape you ~ the heartbeat of family life.

I work with ease and intuition, allowing space for connection and spontaneity while keeping a watchful eye for the in-between ~the giggles, the cuddles, the wind in their hair, the hands reaching out. These are the threads that tell your family’s story, woven together through love, play, and belonging.

Love notes

We are eternally grateful to have had Shelley with us on our day to capture every beautiful moment whether great or small. From our initial consultation to the final delivery of photos, Shelley’s professionalism, creativity, and passion for her craft is truly incredible. Shelley’s ability to capture the essence of our day was nothing short of magical. Each photograph tells a story, and as we look through them, we find ourselves transported back to all of the emotions that filled our special day.

Shelleys attention to detail is unparalleled, and it’s evident that she possesses a keen eye for those candid, intimate moments that often go unnoticed. Shelley’s warm and reassuring presence helped us to relax allowing Shelley to really capture “us” .Shelley’s passion for storytelling is evident in the way she curated our wedding album. The arrangement of photos tells a narrative, taking us on a journey that captures the very essence of our commitment and celebration. We are forever grateful to have had Shelley with us on our day and feel so lucky that we are able to relive so many special moments forever through our photos.

Shelley is truly magical and we cannot recommend her enough. Thank you for everything Shell!
— Alice & Zac
A family of four sitting in a field of tall grass during sunset, smiling and enjoying each other's company.

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