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
Four years of Motherhood Minis with these sweet girls.
One of the greatest joys of being a photographer is getting to watch your little ones grow year after year. It truly is such a privilege and an honor to preserve these seasons for your family.
Time has a way of slipping by faster than we ever expect. The tiny hands, the giggles, the way they look at you right now—it all changes before you know it.
Don’t wait for the “perfect” time. Book the session. Your future self (and your children) will be so grateful you did.
Centennial, Colorado photographer | Motherhood • Family • Studio Sessions
We always love a good puppy moment. 🐶🤍
I absolutely love when families bring their entire crew to their session 😉. As long as the location allows pets, I`m always more than happy to include your four-legged family members!
And a quick July availability update! If you`ve been thinking about booking a family, maternity, or newborn session before the kids head back to school, now is the perfect time.
✨ July availability✨ :
• July 12
• July 13
• July 17
• July 18
• July 26
• July 27
Message or text me to reserve your date before they`re gone!
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Denver Colorado Photographer | Denver Family Photographer | Denver Maternity Photographer | Colorado Family Photography | Colorado Lifestyle Photographer
There is something so special about including grandparents in your newborn session. For this session, we welcomed both sets of grandparents to celebrate their newest family member, creating memories that will be treasured for generations.
One of my favorite parts? My client wardrobe dressed all 8 people in this session! After 9 years of thoughtfully building it, my wardrobe now includes over 150 dresses for moms, beautiful outfits for little ones from newborn through the teen years, and a variety of shirts for dads (and grandpas, too!). It`s all included with every session to make the experience as stress-free and cohesive as possible.
When you book your newborn, family, or maternity session with me, you don`t have to worry about coordinating outfits—I have you covered so you can focus on what matters most: loving on your family.
Centennial, Colorado newborn photographer | Denver newborn photographer | South Denver family photographer | Studio newborn photography | Client wardrobe included | Extended family newborn sessions
It`s always so important to me that your session feels like you. No forced smiles, no stiff poses, just genuine moments that reflect your family. From choosing outfits that fit your personalities to selecting a location that feels meaningful, every detail is meant to tell your story.
My goal as a Denver family photographer is to create timeless images that feel natural, effortless, and authentic. Whether you`re visiting my Centennial photography studio or planning an outdoor session in Colorado, I want you to look back at your photos and see your family exactly as you are in this season of life.
How sweet is this studio sibling session? I love capturing the unique personalities of little ones—the giggles, the shy smiles, the big laughs, and the sweet bond they share. They are only this little for such a short time, and these are the moments you`ll want to remember forever.
If you`re looking for a Centennial family photographer, Centennial child photographer, or a Centennial photography studio for timeless, natural portraits, I`d love to photograph your family. My studio is designed to create clean, light-filled images that let your family`s connection shine.
✨ Now booking family, sibling, maternity, and newborn sessions at my Centennial, Colorado photography studio.
How sweet is this family session? These are the moments that remind me why I love what I do. From genuine smiles to the little in-between moments, outdoor family sessions always create the most beautiful memories.
If you`re looking for a Denver family photographer to capture your family`s story in a relaxed, natural way, I`d love to connect! I photograph families throughout Denver, Littleton, Highlands Ranch, Castle Rock, Parker, Golden, Boulder, and the surrounding Colorado area, creating timeless images you`ll treasure for years to come.
Save this post if you`re planning your next family photos and reach out to book your Denver family session! ✨
