belle mere
Welcome! Thank you for visiting. I’m glad you’re here! I am a natural light photographer located in Denver, CO. I specialize in maternity, newborns and families. My focus and expertise is a natural & relaxed family portrait session that captures the connection & bond of your family.
I am a Mama to three sweet, beautiful children. They really take my breath away. And they are the reason I became so inspired by photography. I wish I could document every single second so I don’t forget it all. Time keeps passing more quickly each year, and photographs make at least that one moment stand still in time, and I love that.
Some useless facts about me: I spent my childhood in New Jersey, then headed to Florida for college and many years after, and relocated to Denver, Colorado in 2020 for our next grand adventure. I am an only child, coffee enthusiast & margarita lover. I’m married to my college sweetheart, and along with our 3 children, we also have two adorable King Charles Cavaliers. I’m a girly girl. I love pink and tulle and flowers. Yet I’m also obsessed with all things farmhouse, shabby chic & boho.
But all you really have to know about me is that I’m a dreamer, and I’m inspired by the emotional connection of family, the bond of siblings and the soul of a child. I want to create artistic family heirlooms. In 5, 10, 50 years from now, I want these images to stir an emotion inside and bring you back to this day, and help you remember all that the mind forgets over time.
I shoot with the mirrorless Nikon Z6. My lenses include an 85mm 1.4, a 24mm 1.8, and a 50mm 1.8. My work has been featured on The Motherhood Anthology, The Kindred Path, Lapeche Journal, Cradle & Folk, The Fount Collective, Beyond the Wanderlust, Lemonade & Lenses, In Beauty & Chaos, Light Inspired & Photo Artistry.
Thank you so much for considering me as your photographer to document the loves in your life. Can’t wait to meet you!
-Shannon
How sweet is this family ?!
I loved how their outfits came together for this session and complemented the location so perfectly.
What do you think?
The tiniest baby and the biggest kind of love 🤍
Watching older siblings step into their new role and love on their baby will always be one of my favorite things to capture
If you are expecting, I would love to document this season for you
I take on a limited number of newborn sessions each month, so reach out to reserve your spot!
Hi 👋 It’s me! I did a headshot swap with my girl @blauren.photography the other day in the blooms. I think it’s been 3 years since I’ve updated my head shots so it was a necessary evil. While I’ve been a photographer for 14 years, I still don’t love getting my own photos taken. You can relate, right?!
I’ve been in Colorado for almost 6 years now and still loving every moment. This state is a dream on all levels.
I’m a Momma to 3 children - 1 in college, 1 in high school, and 1 in elementary school. Yep, I’ve got them all covered haha!
Being a photographer is my dream job, and I just love all your kids so much. Thank you for being around and fueling my passion ❤️
GIVEAWAY! I had one lonely spot that never got booked for my Mother’s Day minis this weekend (Sat April 4th), so I’m going to give it away for free to one lucky winner! I haven’t done this in years so very exciting!
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That’s it!
This giveaway is open for 48 hours. I will pick a winner on Wednesday so we have time to plan.
The open session is for this weekend, Saturday, April 4 at 11:50 AM at my Centennial Studio so please be sure you are available for that date, time and location.
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As Colorado starts to warm up, I can’t help but get excited for everything outdoor sessions bring...the mountain views, the golden light, and space for your family to just be together.
I’m so ready to get back outside with you all!
I loved everything about this maternity session!
Every detail, every look, every moment.
Which look is your favorite?
The green and white dresses are part of my client wardrobe—available to all my mamas to make your session feel effortless, beautiful, and completely you.
