Nope. But you do need to trust me. 

Whether you’re expecting a new bub (read: tired, a little bit emotional, & a ‘Get Ready For Baby’ to-do list that requires its own Excel spreadsheet), OR

You want photos with your little/big one/s because there’s no way you’re letting this beautifully chaotic chapter slip by unnoticed…

…’getting photos done’ may have made its way into the too-hard (or too-awkward, too-dazed & confused, too-shy) basket.

It’s okay, I’ve got you.

You don't need to have all your ducks in a row, or wait for the planets to align. You don’t need to postpone until life is less busy, or your day features less tantrums.

AND, CONTRARY TO POPULAR BELIEF:

- Amber

Shelley guided me through every pose, built my confidence, and was so kind during our session.”

The way she edits the photos gives them a timeless quality. If you are looking for a blend between the candid smiles of photography and the luxurious tones of fine art paintings, Shelley is the photographer for you. The full quality of her pictures is unparalleled!

Also, as a recently postpartum mother, it can be a little challenging to feel beautiful in your photos.



She captured my little one’s playful personality beautifully (which is a hard feat! My daughter is a toddler, after all).

“These photos will absolutely become treasured pieces of art in my home for decades to come!

The days are long, the nights are longer, and somehow it all passes in a blink. Those milk-drunk sighs, fuzzy heads, tiny curled toes—they don’t keep. This is your chance to press pause and be in the frame with the baby you grew, birthed, and love beyond words. One day, you’ll ache to remember just how small they were—and how it felt to hold them close.

NEWBORN

For the mamas that value stopping, noticing, & downright basking in these golden days–but also value documenting these days for their future selves. All you have to do is show up, love on your sweet babes (whether they are big or small), & trust that your story together is being told.

MOMMY & ME

Mama, you are in bloom & oh-so-beautiful. I’m going to look after you like the goddess you are (or help you remember that you’re a goddess, in case you’ve forgotten). This is your chance to record & honour this small window in time that is
like no other.

MATERNITY

The perfect way to document your journey whether you’re a glowing, expectant mother, or a proud parent holding your little one/embarrassing your big one. 

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Motherhood  Sessions 

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 She really listened to what I was looking for and made it all happen! She took photos for our son's 1st birthday and they turned out incredible! She even included some family shots for us, which we also love. She made us feel very comfortable and she was so patient with our son. I highly recommend Shelley for all of your picture needs!
 

        amazing 
from start to finish!!

Shelley was

- jamie

Beautiful, forever photos in 5 steps:

• My years of experience and training 
• Clothing styling assistance
• Use of the client closet
• Pre-Session Design Consultation
• Portraiture Prep Guide 
• session in studio or on location 
• Hand editing of your images
• Your gallery finished 3-4 weeks later
• A slideshow of your chosen images to watch , love & keep
• Design/ordering appointment
• Loving memories that'll make your heart skip a beat

Every session includes:

PORTRAIT sessions 

Every single session includes high-quality prints. 

I literally can NOT let you walk away without beautiful, hold-in-your-hands photographs…ready to be lovingly smiled at for years to come.
(buh-bye random iPhone folder)


The cherry on top? 

I honestly know what it’s like to journey from being a mama to a bump, a baby, a big kid, and an adult…one chapter to the next.

If you crave a photo experience
where you feel completely at ease,
confident that this space is being held just for you,
& tells your motherhood story in the way it deserves to be told…

Then I’m your gal.


Mama you deserve the kind of photos
that you’ll want to fill your walls with,
sit on your bedside table,
& stick to the fridge with a Bluey magnet–
because you simply need to see them all the time.

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- sarah

 to capture the best version of me. She made me feel at home in front of the camera, and the pictures she got reflect her skill in doing so. She made me laugh so much during our session that I forgot to be uptight!”

“I was BLOWN AWAY by Shelley's ability 

my CLIENTS HAVE THE SWEETEST THINGS TO SAY

I pour a lot of care and intention into every client and every session, taking the time to genuinely understand how you want my art to document your story in a way that feels true to you. 

This means I can only take on a limited number of sessions each month (4)—and spots usually fill quickly.

If you're expecting, I definitely recommend booking in as early as possible-to avoid missing out
(and breaking both our hearts!).

I’m often booked in advance.

P.S. DON’T DILLY DALLY!

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