Category Archives: Annual Best Of Post

A look back at 2016 with my top fav images | San Diego Photographer, Carlsbad Photographer, Southern California Photographer

Hi Friends! Happy New Year! I hope 2017 has treated you well so far. I just can’t get over how fast 2016 flew by! I am a little behind on posting my annual best of blog post, and I really just wanted to get this post up before Feb! I have feeling I may be…

Bidding A Sweet Goodbye to 2015 With The Top Fav’s of Last Year! ~ San Diego Family Photographer, Southern California Photographer, Ventura County Photographer, Ojai Photographer, Carlsbad Photographer

Hello friends! Happy Happy New Year! How have you been? I hope 2016 has treated you well so far! 2015 was a busy year, I honestly feel like it went by in a dizzying blur, and by the time 2016 rolled around I felt a bit disoriented. I almost felt hung over from 2015- I…

Au Revoir 2014! Looking back on an incredible year!

What an incredible year with incredible people! Do you have a moment to celebrate the magic and love I witnessed and captured last year? Here is a glimpse into the sweetness I got to be a part of. Dear clients~ Thank you for choosing me to capture your love in 2014! I am so grateful!…

  • Chelley @ AisForAdelaideJanuary 21, 2015 - 10:02 am

    Each of your photos tells a story- I love that. Seems like you had a amazing year of stories! I cannot wait to see what 2015 has in store!ReplyCancel

Ciao 2013~ It’s been fun!

Happy New Year Friends! What an action-packed, fun-filled, wonder-full year we had! Its hard to believe my camera traveled to 11 US States this year and 2 Canadian Provinces. Lots of laughs, a few tears, but many, many amazing memories made. I treasure each and every session I was able to be a part of. Get…

  • Shawna CaseyJanuary 4, 2014 - 6:15 pm

    I am still here.:) I enjoyed everyone of your shots. My fave that really grabbed my attention and made me hold my breath for a sec. was the first prego/sib. Black and white. The reason is her eyes and you did an amazing job of capturing a very beautiful and timeless shot of the two. It truly reminded me of Dorothy a Lang e’s work during the depression. It was not simply the black and white but more so the emotion you captured in the image her face said so little and so much at the same time. Amazing stuff and you should feel so proud of the work you do. I only wish I had your talent. You know how to “shape” and create that meaningful backdrop and you know what most can’t do, you know lighting. I know that feeling a smidge as far as that passion for photography and while I don’t truly know the camera I do love snapping away. Here’s to 2014 and more great pics.ReplyCancel

  • ShellJanuary 4, 2014 - 6:20 pm

    Wow! Thank you so much for such a beautiful heart felt comment Shawna! I am truly touched! Hugs to you! Happy 2014!!ReplyCancel

  • SheriJanuary 4, 2014 - 10:12 pm

    Michelle, you are SO amazingly talented. These moments that you captured are absolutely beautiful.ReplyCancel

  • Miranda PJanuary 5, 2014 - 2:13 pm

    The woman lying in the flower field. Your work with children and young families is always fabulous, but this one touched me because it captures a mature woman being playful. There is so much joy and beauty in her face!ReplyCancel

  • MaryJanuary 5, 2014 - 7:59 pm

    Wow! Your work is so impressive and I agree with one of the comments above, you really know lighting! They’re all beautiful, but I especially like the ones of a mother and her son playing and laughing. Those combined with the video that you feature show that you capture the essence of who the families are and really capture their personalities!! Truly I was drawn to your photos, then I see you’re based in RI and CA and work in several areas close to my heart! (Ventura County is where I grew up and Ojai is where I eventually plan to make my way back to!) Currently living in SE Mass an work in Newport, so I can very much relate to the places you love to shoot! I wish you much success in 2014!ReplyCancel

  • Aimee Campbell PhotographyJanuary 6, 2014 - 5:53 pm

    Wow! Gorgeous work as always!ReplyCancel

  • JoyJanuary 6, 2014 - 9:17 pm

    Amazing photos!ReplyCancel

  • Stephanie KayJanuary 6, 2014 - 10:19 pm

    Beautiful pictures!! What a fun way to review the year.ReplyCancel

  • KirstenJanuary 7, 2014 - 11:07 am

    I love the sun kissed look of your work. I want to move to a warmer climate! I miss summer!!!ReplyCancel

  • AndreaJanuary 7, 2014 - 9:09 pm

    So hard to choose a favorite! I adore the baby in the suitcase and the girl in the VW bus–looks like an album cover!!!ReplyCancel

  • Jill VZApril 28, 2014 - 4:53 pm

    WOW, JUST WOW!!! So beautiful! What a gorgeous group of images! Your clients are very lucky!!!!ReplyCancel

Bidding farewell to 2012! {A year in photographs}

What a spectacular year 2012 was! So full of adventure and fun! I got to meet so many amazing families and I am truly grateful for every single session! I was able to shoot professionally in 5 different states, and travel with my own family to 7 states- And If you know me well, you…

  • jen @ keekoinJanuary 10, 2013 - 1:07 pm

    You have some serious talent, my friend. Absolutely stunning. I’m obsessed with the vintage-like lighting and your composition is amazing. And, I spotted Miss Kameron’s little cuties in there, too. Simply gorgeous stuff!ReplyCancel

  • Michele C.January 10, 2013 - 1:10 pm

    absolutely stunning – ditto Jen, your work is amazing. Thank you for sharing it with us!ReplyCancel

  • SheriJanuary 10, 2013 - 1:44 pm

    You are AMAZINGLY talented. I love all of them! They have this warmth to them. Thanks so much for sharing. Truly breathtaking.ReplyCancel

  • Kameron @ My Wrinkle in TimeJanuary 10, 2013 - 3:15 pm

    I love all the ones of us of course, but the rest of your work is amazing as well! I have a few faves, one of which being the little girl looking cross-eyed up at her parents! So cute!ReplyCancel

  • BelindaJanuary 10, 2013 - 3:34 pm

    Shell your work is amazing so many favorites, hard to pick just one! But I will go with the kids on the log reading the book…love it. Looking forward to seeing your 2013 in images, sad we won’t be part of it :(ReplyCancel

  • Chelley MartinkaJanuary 10, 2013 - 4:18 pm

    I don’t know how you could pick favorites… your work and clients are amazing! Happy 2013 to you!ReplyCancel

  • Jane - MomGenerations.comJanuary 10, 2013 - 6:12 pm

    WOW! I can see how you’d have a hard time picking a fave. I am in awe at each and every one of these! And I love that you can tell how much you LOVE what you do!ReplyCancel

  • sarah @ simplymommiesJanuary 10, 2013 - 7:46 pm

    Gorgeous!!!!ReplyCancel

  • Joanna {Baby Gators Den}January 10, 2013 - 8:13 pm

    Beautiful pictures! Best of luck for a great 2013 as well!!ReplyCancel

  • Aimee Campbell PhotographyJanuary 10, 2013 - 8:30 pm

    Gorgeous! Love all of them!ReplyCancel

  • Liza (Cira's Lyrics)January 10, 2013 - 8:31 pm

    these photos are great! i <3 the baby feet!ReplyCancel

  • erika | foxtrot pressJanuary 10, 2013 - 8:54 pm

    your pictures are stunning!! lovely work! and let’s hear it for 2013… i think it’s going to be an amazing year for many of us! cheers!ReplyCancel

  • Heather @ Kraus House MomJanuary 10, 2013 - 9:03 pm

    I can see why you would have a hard time picking favorites. They are beautiful. I love pictures of kids.ReplyCancel

  • MeganJanuary 10, 2013 - 10:16 pm

    You take such beautiful photos. I’m very impressed! Thanks for sharing your gorgeous work with us! :)ReplyCancel

  • ReenaJanuary 11, 2013 - 7:44 am

    What a fantastic year you have had! Beautiful work!ReplyCancel

  • Brandi Lyn PhotographyJanuary 11, 2013 - 12:56 pm

    Absolutely amazing! All of these images are stunning and I’m sure the clients are so happy with your work!ReplyCancel

  • kateJanuary 11, 2013 - 4:24 pm

    great job!ReplyCancel

  • TerrahJanuary 11, 2013 - 5:26 pm

    Lovely, lovely pictures and work, Shelly — you are a beautiful person and your work reflects this- obviously! Happy New Year to you ad your family… already brainstorming ideas for xmas 2013! xoxoxoReplyCancel

  • LeanneJanuary 11, 2013 - 8:58 pm

    Wow, I love them all!ReplyCancel

  • CarrieJanuary 11, 2013 - 9:30 pm

    Phew, that is a lot of work! Good job! I like the teepee. :-)ReplyCancel

  • NikiJanuary 13, 2013 - 6:27 pm

    You’re an amazing photographer not just because you compose well- but because it is you who brings out the best in your models- your sweet spirit is present in every picture and it’s evident how much you love what you do! You’ve come a long way and I’m so proud of you! I’m one of your biggest fans and I can’t wait for my 2013 shoot with you! Love you Shell!ReplyCancel

  • LizJanuary 15, 2013 - 5:46 pm

    I love this! I pinned so many inspiration ideas!ReplyCancel

  • BryJanuary 17, 2013 - 10:23 pm

    I can’t believe how amazing every single photo is on here and how you manage to keep getting better and better, year after year! You are truly and inspiration! Can’t wait to see 2013!!!ReplyCancel

  • KandiJanuary 26, 2013 - 12:13 pm

    Your work has always inspired me! It has been so fun to watch you grow from afar! You are an amazing women and I am so privileged to know you!!! Keep rockin’ your camera, girl!!!ReplyCancel

  • Rachel NielsenFebruary 5, 2013 - 11:58 am

    Love looking at all of these!ReplyCancel

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