Shelby Borer Photography embraces the nostalgic beauty of timelessness with the raw authenticity of a lifestyle approach. My passion lies in capturing the fleeting, unguarded moments—the nanoseconds where you truly let go and just be. Moments of romance, deep experience, and self-love. I believe what makes your experience feel so seamless is when I get to really hear your story and listen to what makes you, you. It helps me capture and embrace every part of you that makes your soul come alive.
My own journey of self-love has been a long and evolving one. My time in the art education program at Metro State was life-changing—it deepened my love for myself while awakening a passion for seeing others express and embrace who they are. Being surrounded by such a supportive and challenging creative community opened the gates of my empathetic heart, unraveling an artistic fire within me.
Over time, I became obsessed with capturing raw emotion—the kind that speaks louder than words through a single photograph. The kind of love you feel in a glance, a touch, a quiet moment.
Golden hour quickly became my favorite time to shoot—that magical moment when the sun simultaneously kisses your skin and the horizon line in harmony. As I continued to personally evolve through photography, I realized my editing style was beginning to reflect me: soft and gentle, yet natural and real. Mellow and warm. Earthy walnut and cedar browns, deep greens, soft oranges and yellows—tones that feel timeless, nostalgic, and alive in a world that moves too fast.
At heart, I’m a die-hard romantic, an old soul, and empathetic as heck. I’m down-to-earth and a little quirky, especially when I’m truly able to connect with people. And that’s one of my favorite things—when my clients and I just click. That connection spills into my work, allowing me to capture those real moments: untethered joy, cozy love, contagious laughter. The in-between moments that make a photograph feel like a memory. That’s when I know I’ve done my job.
I take pride in being open-minded, honest, and deeply understanding. And, like everyone, I’m human—I make mistakes, and I own them. Communication is absolutely everything to me. When we work together, I want to create something that reflects you, so I’ll always be upfront and transparent. Whether it’s choosing outfits, locations, or anything else you need guidance on—I’m here to collaborate with you and tell your story.
Though I’ve been behind the camera for over a decade, every time I pick it up, I still feel like I’m learning. My passion for photography runs deep, but so does my passion for understanding people. That’s why this past year, I began my graduate studies in Mental Health and Wellness at Grand Canyon University—because I believe that growth in one area of my life will only deepen my work in another.
Shelby Borer Photography is an extension of me—a space where we create art together, built from your experiences, your journey, your story. It’s a safe space for self-expression and a celebration of wherever you are in life.
Let’s make something beautiful together.