about
My name is Shelby. I usually remember my dreams, I am a faster-than average walker and I drink black tea with milk and honey. I am scared of high places but I don’t mind flying in airplanes. I have 2 children, a pair of gold leg warmers and a constant desire to carmelize onions. I also have a husband named Joe who believes that apple cider vinegar is the cure for everything and we live together in an old house with crooked floors and a haunted basement. Sometimes I sing Karaoke on Tuesday nights and other times I walk around on the streets of Portland with my camera in hand. I don’t have cable TV and I don’t own a rain jacket and I’ve never been to the top of the Space Needle. I could eat green curry everyday and I often feel the need to talk in an accent.
I am available to photograph weddings, family sessions and commercial projects.
I am based out of Portland but I will gladly travel anywhere.
Please visit my website or contact me at 503.481.8981 if you would like me to take your picture.
Dearest Shelby – You are brilliant. And your blog makes me laugh even on the grayest of days. Thanks.
Love this- just directed here by dear T Tucker. Hello from afar, and thanks for the distraction from work!
You are a TRIP! I have read many blog entries tonight. I’ve snored, giggled (and farted-YOWZA) at the same time reading your journeys through life.
I love all of them, but my favorites are Both. and “I hope she doesn’t mind that he calls her madeline.”
I am truly inspired Girl!
Hasta
Shelby,
I fell down a rabbit hole starting by checking out various kickling recepies,and ended up at your blog! Somewhere along the way I started looking at kitchens, and saw your re-model! Everything looks awesome, the photos, the space etc.
Funny to meet you out here on the World Wide Web. Hope all is well. Perhaps we’ll meet again in person some time.
kickling recipes are my favorite…so glad that the intra-nets reunited us. the options for pickling are endless. let me know if you find a winner….
Embarassing…that would be Pickling Recipes!
we won’t be looooneeely, yeah!!!
i always wanted to rap like bone thugs and meet a fun photo friend like yo-self.
Hello Shelby,
I love the photos here. Could you please tell me what type of camera you use?
Thank you!
Hi Faye! Thanks for the photo shout-out. My camera of choice is the Canon 5D Mark II, and my lens of choice is the 24-70 f/2.8. It is an amazing tool…
i wanted to spread the love, and nominate you! check it out here — http://madisoncary.wordpress.com/2011/12/17/award/
Hey Shelby,
I was recently interviewed by an AP reporter for a story about crafty mamas and she asked me for a couple of leads on other crafty mamas and I thought of you. So I gave her a little info on you and a link to your blog, so you might be hearing from her sometime soon.
Here’s what I told her about you:
~I have recently reconnected through the wonders of the internet with my childhood friend Shelby. She has become an AMAZING photographer and Mama to two little sweeties. She lives in Portland now and her blog shows her talents for photography and writing. It’s one of my faves. Her blog is here: https://binabrakken.wordpress.com/
If you’re not into it, no worries, but when she asked for other talented mamas, you were a clear choice. Hope all is well!
Jessa (from COE!)
bone thugs n harmony?
you got it :)! see you at the crossroads!
my boyfriend also believes apple cider vinegar is the cure. great photos!
hey lovely lady! i just wanted to let you know that i enjoy your blog so much that I have nominated you for the “one lovely blog award”! check it out here –> http://madisoncary.wordpress.com/2012/05/11/one-lovely-blog-award/
lovelovelove
madisoncary
Your photography has such character. It is such a different style than I’m used to seeing. It is quite refreshing to not see “cookie cutter” photographs, but to see unique images that capture the feelings and personalities of those around you. Excellent work.
Really loving your work. Excellent stuff!
Hello, this may not be your thing, but I have nominated you for a Liebster award. Your work is very inspiring! http://searchingtosee.com/2012/07/10/spreading-the-love/
Hi Shelby! I invited you to the Līgo Circle of Appreciation: http://catbirdinoman.wordpress.com/2012/10/17/ligo-circle-of-appreciation/
I love your blog!
thank you so much–i am honored! this is awesome. 🙂
I love your IG gallery and possibly your blog more. Great style, clever words, enormous beauty. I’m hooked. So glad to have crossed paths.
thankyou so SO much! you are so sweet to write me this note. love your feed as well–beautiful work. im glad we have crossed paths, too.
Hi Shelby, I nominated you and your beautiful blog for the One Lovely Blogger Award! For more details:
http://saresknipping.wordpress.com/2012/10/27/one-lovely-blog-award/
Great photos! I’m promoting a contemporary street photography competition for Gloobbi.com, you should take a look and think about entering! Best wishes, Annie-Rose
Shelby, I absolutely love your photography. You are so creative, and skilled. If you don’t mind me asking, what kind of camera do you use?
I love how you capture moments at weddings. It feels like i am there. Great work keep it up!!!!