Shelby Street Studios

03/06/2025

03/04/2025

Introducing Mr. & Mrs. Ferguson!

Mackenzie & Trent’s wedding day was filled with so much love, fun, and meaningful tradition. From Mackenzie’s wedding dress, which had it’s final alterations lovingly sewn by her 90-year-old Oma, to their sentimental and sacred ceremony, to the jovial German toast and song before their reception from the bride’s family patriarchs, every detail reflected their deep love for each other and their families.

Set against the stunning backdrop of a few iconic Cincinnati cityscapes, their downtown-chic celebration was full of elegance and joy. Even with the chilly air, these two were absolute troopers, soaking in every moment of their beautiful day.

What an honor it was begin my 2025 wedding season with this sweet couple and to have had the privilege of capturing the beginning of this next chapter in their story! Congrats and much love, Mackenzie and Trent!

02/28/2025

Sitting here daydreaming about this beautiful spring styled session! It was amazing an experience to collaborate with such a talented and creative team to bring this vision to life!

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Models: .thomass
Studio: .and.vine

02/21/2025

I am so grateful for the level of trust my couples place in me! It is key to a stress free wedding day, which is always my goal for you. Sometimes that trust comes into play when I am guiding you into a pose or when I am selecting a specific location for photos (or maybe even when you need help deciding on which pair of shoes look best with your dress on the morning of your wedding!). This trust is crucial, particularly when something on the wedding day doesn’t quite go as planned.
Leading up to Abigail and Ryan’s wedding day, Abigail and I had spent ample time planning out her customized timeline and selecting photo locations that fit her vision. After a lovely morning of getting ready and sharing their first look, Abigail and Ryan and their bridal party were on their way to meet us at the first photo location when the bus encountered a minor maintenance issue. My second shooter and I drove to meet them where their bus was stranded. I assured them it was going to be ok. We quickly pivoted, they unloaded the bus and we walked to a nearby location that I thought would work well to take photos. Because Abigail and Ryan trusted me, we were able to carry on pretty seamlessly and capture beautiful images of the two of them and their bridal party and stay on track with our timeline! Then, Abigail and Ryan rode with us in my car and we stopped by a second photo location, where again, their willingness to trust me was key. We pulled off on the side of the road, climbed some stairs and hopped over a railing to get to this landing under an overpass for just a few minutes, because the light was just perfect - and the architectural details were epic! At first glance, this location may seem less than ideal or simply ordinary. However, because they trusted me, they now have stunning portraits to treasure! This trust began with our initial zoom chat, and continued to build throughout their wedding planning and engagement session and onto the wedding day - and that trust remains as they invited me to capture their maternity session and newborn session as they welcomed their sweet baby girl recently. Bottom line - just trust me. You don’t have to worry about a thing! 🤍

02/14/2025

365 days until these two say “I do,” and I couldn’t be more thrilled for them!

Wishing all of my sweet couples a Happy Valentine’s Day! ❤️

02/14/2025

Best friends and beautiful florals—two of my favorite details that make celebrating the bride, groom, and their love on their wedding day even more special!

02/09/2025

These memorable mother-daughter moments the morning of a wedding always have a special place in my heart! Not only do I remember similar moments from my own wedding day with my mom, but I look forward to helping my girls get ready on their wedding days as well. Makes me a little teary-eyed!

Kyly and her mom were so sweet together! Such a treasured bond!

02/06/2025

A mix of moments and portraits from Chrissy and Kurt’s summer wedding! Their rich love for one another and their families & friends beamed brightly throughout the entire day!

In the midst of a wedding day, I aim to capture timeless portraits that you will frame and treasure for years to come, but also, we are always looking for the in-between moments that are naturally unfolding that help tell the full story of your day!

01/29/2025

Capturing Every Detail: Arriving Early and Planning Thoughtfully.

When photographing a wedding, I believe every detail matters. This is one of the reasons why I always arrive with plenty of time at the ceremony location to capture the breathtaking architecture of the cathedral, for example, to the carefully chosen florals and decor.

During the ceremony, my second shooter and I are looking for all the special moments from two different perspectives—the big, emotional moments and the quiet, intimate ones. The way a groom reacts with the doors open to see his bride walk down the aisle, the endearing hugs to family members, the joy as you admire your wedding bands—every moment deserves to be remembered.

And sometimes, the ceremony site itself is the perfect backdrop for additional portraits. Whether it’s private vows before or after the ceremony, fun bridal party photos, or some intimate yet epic just-married portraits as husband and wife, I’m always considering the best use of each location when customizing a timeline for my couples.

Every wedding is unique, and I love tailoring each timeline to create a seamless, stress-free experience—so my couples can focus on what matters most: celebrating their love.

(Don’t you just love these ceremony moments in black and white of Danielle and Mitchell at the beautiful and historic St. Francis de Sales?! I always deliver the color versions as well, but black and white photos have a special place in my heart!)

01/24/2025

Classic and joyful just married portraits of Annalise and Stefan on their best day ever. I absolutely adore these two!

01/17/2025

One of my absolute favorite parts of a wedding day is when my couples choose to have a first look. There’s something so intimate and special about carving out that quiet moment before the day gets swept up in the whirlwind of celebration.

It’s a time to savor. To really see each other, away from the crowd. It’s where you can take a deep breath together, let the nerves melt away, and simply be.

The reactions are always so raw—whether it’s tears, laughter, or a mixture of both. It’s a chance to hug, to kiss, to feel. To whisper the things you’ve been waiting to say all morning.

And my favorite? When couples take this moment to read letters or vows to each other. Sharing those words in such a private, personal way makes them even more meaningful.

A first look doesn’t just create a beautiful memory—it sets the tone for the rest of your day. It reminds you that this day is yours.

01/11/2025

These endless cold, snowy days have me reminiscing about this beautiful summer wedding! I just can’t get over these joy-filled smiles, this lovely flowing veil, and Haley and Matthew’s romantic walk along the flower-lined path outside The French House.

01/08/2025

Sincerely and excitedly looking forward to all the incredible couples I have the honor of working with in 2025, while also looking back with a full and grateful heart for all of my 2024 couples who trusted me to capture their beautiful wedding days! This job I’ve been blessed with - photographing beautiful, timeless love stories for more than a decade - is truly a gift and a privilege.

01/03/2025

Cara and Mike, a couple whose love knows no borders, celebrated their extraordinary journey in style this New Year’s Eve! After saying “I do” in a stunning, sun-kissed wedding in Greece earlier this year, they brought the magic home to Cincinnati to ring in 2025 surrounded by their family and friends.

The evening was nothing short of glamorous—a celebration of their incredible love story, their marriage, and the exciting chapters yet to come. Cara planning and vision of this grand party was impressive to say the least! Glittering candlelights, dazzling disco balls galore and tons of fun and fab NYE décor - every detail sparkled with intention and joy - all crowned by The View’s shimmering chandelier.

Although the weather may have paled in comparison to the sunshine and warmth of their wedding day, Cara and Mike were all game for getting outside for a few minutes to grab some photos! Plus all the natural light pouring through the wall of windows at the beautiful View allowed for plenty of photos inside as well to document this special day! While guests arrived at cocktail hour, we zipped over to The Precinct where Cara and Mike shared some champagne before returning to their grand entrance at their NYE party for the newlyweds! Delicious food, dancefloor fun and lively laughter carried the crowd in high spirits to midnight, when Cara and Mike shared a kiss and rang in the New Year with all the people who mean the most to them.

Cara and Mike, it was such a privilege to work with y’all and capture this amazing celebration for you! Cheers and much love to the Lonnemans! 🥂

12/30/2024

Today, I’m grateful to be celebrating another birthday! 🎉 I have had a wonderful day with my family - going to church together, enjoying a delicious brunch, relaxing and playing games! And I’m now on my way to a surprise date with my husband! It’s been truly lovely!

Being a photographer affords me the opportunity to be a part of so many meaningful celebrations- from engagements to weddings to anniversaries to newborns and growing families. My job is full of so much life and love, and I’m just real blessed to get to do what I do!

To my dear clients, thank you for inviting me into your lives to document all of your amazing celebrations and milestones. It’s a true gift!

Here’s to another year of cherishing and capturing more meaningful moments! 🤍

12/25/2024

Merry Christmas, friends!!

This month is such a beautiful time to pause, soak in the warmth of family and friends, and delight in all the twinkling lights and celebrations.

Amidst the flurry of fun festivities, I’m grateful for the moments to pause and reflect on the greatest gift of all - the birth of Jesus. I am deeply thankful for the hope I have in Him through the highs and lows of life, for my precious family, my dear friends, and for you—my amazing couples and clients. Being a part of your love stories is one of the greatest blessings in my life.

From my family to yours, Merry Christmas!

12/19/2024

Reflecting back on my first wedding of this year and all the details, portraits and moments in between that I’ve had the honor of capturing since! It’s such a magical time as we prepare for the holidays, and I am bubbling with excitement for all my amazing 2024 couples who are about to celebrate their first Christmas as husband and wife! It truly is the most wonderful time of the year!