Documenting your happiest day in its natural habitat. Photographed with true to life images

Ontario Wedding Photographer

Digital + Film

Tell Me About Your Wedding
Tell Me About Your Wedding

13 years of experience and 300+ weddings. Thousands of dance floor shoulder shimmies.

People dancing at a celebration, with two women in dresses and a man in a shirt and tie enjoying themselves.
Getting portraits on your wedding day is a given and it’s something that ALL wedding photographers offer, me included!
A bride in a white wedding dress with a veil leans down to kiss a young girl on the lips, surrounded by women and children on a staircase in a decorated home.

BUT what if you could also got these fleeting unique moments that were totally real, and unplanned.

What if you had a photographer that made it a mission to truly document all the meaning behind this important day. I’ve been know to sit in a spot and hold my camera still -  waiting the moment to happen, because I see something others don’t  - I am patiently anticipating for that scene to unfold.

I am giving you these moments other photographers overlook. And I am funny too, so that helps.
A bride sitting in a church, viewed through what appears to be a blurry decorative element in the foreground, with a stained glass window and church architecture in the background.
Bride sitting in the back of a car, looking out the window, wearing a wedding dress and veil, with a leather jacket on.
A woman getting her hair styled in a salon, with two other women in black dresses in the background.
A bride in a white wedding dress holding a bouquet, smiling as she approaches a groom in a dark suit who is receiving a ring from a woman in casual clothing during an outdoor wedding ceremony near the ocean.
A bride and groom hugging inside near large windows during a wedding celebration.
People dancing at a celebration or party in a dimly lit venue, with some guests in the background.
A bride and two bridesmaids holding hands and smiling in front of a window with natural light.
Two women in a hotel room, one sitting on a chair with hair rollers, and the other standing, smiling, using a phone, with a large window and curtains behind them.
A wedding couple kissing outdoors, surrounded by friends in formal attire, with autumn foliage in the background.
Makeup artist applying makeup on a woman's face while another person holds a mirror showing her reflection.
A black and white photo of a bride and groom during their wedding ceremony in a rustic setting, with the groom placing a ring on the bride's finger.
A joyful woman with long wavy hair wearing a white off-shoulder dress and a floral crown, smiling and talking to another woman in a patterned dress at a wedding celebration.
A joyful bride holding a bouquet of roses in a white wedding dress, smiling and laughing outdoors on her wedding day.
A bride with long dark hair, in a white wedding dress, sitting and holding a bouquet of pale pink roses, smiling softly, in a dining room with a china cabinet, a framed picture, and a table with a floral tablecloth and a flower arrangement.
A woman in a white dress walking away across a foggy field at dusk or dawn, with trees in the background.

The best thing about her photos is that she captured the real essence of our wedding, the photos show us how we are - pretty much constantly laughing. After cancelling our wedding and moving to an elopement Shelley was extremely flexible and came along for the ride with us! We cannot thank her enough for the amazing memories she's given us with her photos.

-Lindsay+Thomas
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A couple in wedding attire sharing a joyful moment outdoors by a lake, with the man in a tuxedo and the woman in a strapless wedding dress.

Hi! I’m Shelley. Happy you are here!

A young woman with long brown hair, smiling, wearing rings, earrings, a gold chain, a bracelet, and a black top, is sitting on a beige textured blanket with her hand near her head, and her other arm resting on her knee, against a plain white wall background.

I’m based in Norfolk County and photograph weddings across Southern Ontario including Hamilton, London, Toronto, Guelph, and Cambridge.

Couples usually tell me two things afterward:

✦ they had way more fun than they expected taking photos

✦ they barely noticed me half the day

I focus on documenting the emotional reactions, the chaos, the blink-and-you-miss-it things happening all around you. But I also genuinely love creating portraits. I’ll squeal over good light, get excited about a backdrop, and occasionally act like a photo is about to win me a Pulitzer.

I photograph all couples - LGBTQ+ weddings are always welcome here.

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A bride in a white wedding dress holding a bouquet and celebrating with two young girls on a beach, surrounded by guests, during a wedding celebration with flower petals in the air.
A bride in a white wedding dress and a pearl necklace and a groom in a beige suit are on a sandy beach, one of them is leaning over to look at their shoe, while the bride is smiling and making a peace sign with her hand.

Getting married at an all-inclusive resort in the Caribbean?

I photograph Ontario couples who are trading banquet halls for palm trees and ocean air.

Destination weddings at resorts aren’t just about the ceremony. They’re a few days of friends, family, sunburns and poolside drinks

I’m there to document all of it.

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See What's Included
A bride and groom holding hands in a forested area with tall trees and green foliage, standing close together and looking into each other's eyes.

Everyone that sees my wedding photos is absolutely blown away! They are pure magic and better than we could have even imagined. We were literally screaming at the photos in the trees by the dock!

Shelley captured the beauty of the venue, scenery, all the special moments and more. She is easy and fun to work with and provided great direction. Shelley is a true talent!

            -Kasey+Jordan
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A newlywed couple stands closely together at night, backlit by a spotlight, sharing a tender moment with noses touching, in an outdoor setting with trees in the background and a long wedding dress trailing on the grass.

Seeing couples for who they really are, capturing the importance of their connection on their wedding day.

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A bride and groom sharing a kiss outdoors during sunset, the bride in a flowing peach wedding gown and veil, and the groom in a navy tuxedo, with tall trees in the background.
A bride and groom holding carved pumpkin masks over their faces, standing outdoors on a fall day in front of a stone wall with trees and foliage in the background.

Shelley found a way to capture our big day, while somehow going unnoticed through most of the day. We couldn’t be happier with our photos. Shelley was easy to work with, and kept the laughs coming. We have received so many compliments on our photos. We have also received many compliments on how stealthy she was, with multiple people saying “I didn’t even notice her there!!”. She is a true artist, and incredibly talented. We will cherish her work for years to come.

— Rita+Michael
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Want to know how to plan your day?

A bride and groom holding hands, standing against a dark wooden wall. The bride is wearing a white lace wedding gown with a train and a veil, holding a bouquet. The groom is dressed in a gray suit with a white shirt, black tie, and a pocket square.

I created a Wedding Day Timeline - designed for a relaxed, unrushed day. It’s based on what couples like you really want - time to be present, enjoy your people, and still have beautiful photos without the day feeling like a production. I’m here to make sure your presence matters by guiding you through a timeline that gives you time, space, and breathing room

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