Shelby Street Studios

04/23/2025

The day will go by in a blur.
But when you carve out a few minutes to pause—just the two of you—
You’ll remember how it felt.
I always encourage my couples to make space to savor the day.
To breathe in the moment, hold each other’s hands, and feel the weight of what’s unfolding— the new chapter that’s beginning.
Those are the moments you’ll treasure most. 🤍

04/15/2025

Still dreaming of warmth and sunshine from vacation this past week (and from this engagement session!)! These two are getting married in less than two weeks!! Lexie and Damian, I can’t wait to celebrate and capture your best day! So soon!!

04/03/2025

Ann and Nathan’s wedding day was glowing with love, light and timeless elegance! I especially loved capturing these fun, joy-filled moments in the sunshine!

03/27/2025

Beauty in the Details—

Individually, these may seem to be just pretty things. But together, they tell the story of you. The perfume or cologne you selected because its scent will always remind you of this day. The custom designed invitation suite that first welcomed your guests into this journey. The jewelry, family heirlooms, shoes, and florals—each a reflection of your love, style, and thoughtfulness.

I love capturing your carefully selected details the morning of your wedding, because they are the first brushstrokes of your wedding day story— a story that deserves to be told beautifully and retold through the images cherished for years after the day has passed.

03/21/2025

As a wedding photographer, my heart is to serve my couples with the goal of increasing joy and decreasing stress every step of the way—especially on your wedding day. One of the biggest ways to create a calm, meaningful, and joyful experience is by carefully considering how and when you see each other for the first time.

I used to be neutral on the idea of a “first look,” but after over a decade of photographing weddings, I have come to truly believe in the many benefits it offers. A first look provides a private, intimate moment to soak in the excitement together before the whirlwind of the day begins. It allows for a chance to calm each other’s nerves, and, logistically, it helps create a smoother, more relaxed timeline. Couples who choose a first look often get more portraits together, enjoy a stress-free transition into their ceremony, and ultimately have more time to be fully present with their guests.

That said, above all else, my goal is always to serve each couple in a way that best honors their unique love story. If a first look isn’t for you, I highly recommend a “first touch” or a moment of prayer together before your ceremony. This allows you to connect, exchange a few heartfelt words, laugh together and maybe shed some happy tears together without seeing each other beforehand. A first touch can be incredibly and beautifully emotional, providing a sense of calm and reassurance while still preserving the tradition of seeing each other for the first time at the altar.

I love that Emily and Greg chose to do a “first touch” and pray together before their ceremony! It was so sweet and an honor to capture these sincere and sentimental moments. (It’s hard to believe this was almost a year ago and that they will be celebrating their first wedding anniversary in just a few days!)

Whether you choose a first look, a first touch, or another meaningful moment, I’m here to help guide you in creating a wedding day experience that is joyful, stress-free, and deeply personal to you. 🤍

03/17/2025

About a year and a half ago, I had the incredible honor of capturing Katie and Jack’s wedding day—documenting the moment they began their forever. And next year, I get to do it all over again… this time for Katie’s sister, Kelli, and her fiancé Alan!

It’s a rare and beautiful gift to be invited back into a family’s love story in this way. To witness the legacy that began with their parents—the love that built a home, raised two little girls, and shaped the women they’ve become. Two sisters, each finding the one with whom they want to spend the rest of their lives. Two wedding days filled with laughter, happy tears, and the kind of love that stands the test of time.

Being chosen to document these milestones is something I don’t take lightly. It’s more than just photographs; it’s preserving a family’s history, a love story that spans generations. And as Kelli walks down the aisle to Alan, I’ll be there once again—capturing the next chapter of this beautiful legacy.

To the Cox family, thank you for trusting me with your most treasured moments. My heart is so full, and I cannot wait to celebrate with you all again!

03/13/2025

Revisiting just a few favorites from Katie and Matt’s beautiful wedding! I loved their gorgeous florals, their first look with each other (and with their pup Gracie!), the endless fun shared by all, their final dance and their fabulous exit!

Thankful to have the honor of serving sweet couples like Katie and Matt and the privilege to photograph and encapsulate such special moments in their lives.

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!

Photography:
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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.