AN ARTIST,
YOUR STORYTELLER
If there's one thing that drives my passion for photography, it's that I LOVE people. Like, really love people. Every one of you has a story that is so unique and beautiful in it's own way, and I have the best job in the world to be able to capture and show off your stories in such a real and honest way.
WHY I LOVE WHAT I DO
Photography is important to me for so many reasons. It has provided a creative outlet, given me a sense of joy when I see the faces of others light up, but most importantly, it has permanently given me some precious memories to hold on to through loss and some of the hardest times in my life. "Life is but a vapor"- but it is truly a gift when you can hold on to a memory.
There is nothing more special than capturing a moment in someone's life that will forever be a memory. To be a part of that, well - that is a gift.
I believe a photo has so much more meaning than what is visible to the eye. I believe everyone is beloved, and it is important to me that everyone I have the pleasure of working with feels that. This is why I chose to call myself "Simply Beloved Photos"!
I am a lifestyle photographer, and it brings me so much joy to capture raw, organic and real emotion. To document natural interactions that you will have forever - that is what inspires me to do what I do. There truly is beauty in capturing all parts of the journey through life.
I believe perfection comes in the imperfect, real moments in life, and that is my favorite part of lifestyle photography. I love to capture those “Kodak” moments… but I also love capturing what some would call a “blooper” (and I call “raw, organic”) moments! Ultimately, my goal through my photography is to capture moments that give you “the feels” and take you back to a moment in time.
My goal for you when we work together is simply for you to have fun! Expect to have a blast before, during, and after our sessions.
Shayna Xo
ME
Random Things About
My Favorite People
I Have a Degree in
Things That Bring Me Joy
My Perfect Day
My Enneagram Type
My Parents + My Husband + Mr. Rodgers
Type 7 (The Adventurer!)
Adventures with my people
Babies - the pure honesty in a child
Business Management
My Favorite TV Show
One Tree Hill
Nothing Makes Me Happier Than
Capturing real, authentic joy
Something I Love to Do
DIY Projects with my hubby and refinishing furniture
My Wedding Dress
I was the same size and age as my mom when she got married, and I wore her dress on my wedding day
We Planned our Wedding
in 5 1/2 months!
to the one who sets my soul on
FIRE
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Find the one who pushes you to be the best version on yourself and encourages you to follow your dreams! My husband is my best friend and without a doubt my other half! He was one of the biggest supporters for me to start my photography business. He is also always up for an adventure (like planning a wedding in 5 1/2 months). There are really no words that bring to life how incredibly special it is to share this beautiful life with your soulmate!