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Shea of Purposeful Photos is an Arizona-based photographer capturing the sacred bond of marriage in God’s creation—rooted in faith, driven by intention, and documenting love stories worldwide.

10/27/2026

Going through old galleries and realizing I never posted these gems from almost a year ago!

Morgan and Grant are AZ through and through, so it was only fitting that their engagement photos captured the rugged beauty of the desert they call home. From walking the trails of Papago Park to golden hour at Hole in the Rock and finished off with some of their favorite Wren House Brewing Company b**r, this session was so fun!

So glad we finally brought these to the feed! 💛

08/30/2026

Can you believe these are only the unedited images?!

I can’t wait to go through and actually edit all the beautiful images from Rooted Photography Workshop! This was my first time in Yosemite and I’m afraid I’ll never get over it. Safe to say, I’m officially open to photographing ALL the Yosemite elopements!

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08/21/2026

Can you believe this is a backyard wedding?!

Katie and Ben brought their Spanish-desert-inspired vision to life in the most beautiful, intentional way. From the personalized table decor and favors, to the party cups, and even a fun crossword puzzle.

And the sweetest part? They brought their family and closest friends into their planning. Even their delicately designed wedding cake was handmade with love by Ben’s sister. It was such a fun night!

08/13/2026

A little late to the party, but Natasha & Will’s August 2025 Oregon wedding deserves its full moment. 🤍🌲

From our first interaction through a Facebook photographer search, to meeting for the first time just FOUR days before their wedding among the redwoods of Northern California, this story has been such a full-circle experience.

I got to follow their story from their private vow session, along the Oregon Coast, and finally to their beautiful wedding day in Sandy, Oregon.
From hand-painted invitations and quiet getting-ready moments, to their emotional ceremony, butterfly release, ring warming, family portraits, and intimate reception beneath the Oregon canopy. This may sound cliche by truly every part of their day was so intentional and deeply meaningful to them and who they are.

And somehow, this beautiful day went on to be featured as “Best Real Wedding” in Oregon Wedding Day Magazine’s 2026 publication! 🥹

I’m so grateful Natasha & Will took a chance on me, trusted me with their story, and allowed me to document this beginning of their marriage.

From the quiet moments to quite literally cutting a rug on the dance floor, this will always be special. And I’m so grateful for the collaboration with their other amazing vendors. 🤍

Venue – Woodlands House
Production and Logistics– Portland | Seattle Weddings and Special Events
Photo – Shea | Arizona + Destination Wedding & Elopement Photographer
Video – Chris Mai
Catering- Flower Catering PNW
Bar – take_a_shot.or
HMUA- WEDDING MAKEUP + HAIR COLLECTIVE • OR/WA/CA
Wedding Dress- The White Dress
Florals – Navi I Oregon Wedding Floral Design
Lighting – Greenlight Creative
Rentals- Power of Love Rentals Dash of Darling Party Co
Restrooms – Luxury Portable Restroom Trailers
Butterfly Release- Live butterfly releases for weddings/events
Stationery- Seahorse Bend Press | Jenn Herrington
Stationary Artist- Zorina & Valentyn Getman

06/18/2026

Big, big fan of bubble exits! That is all 🤭🫧

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06/12/2026

Marriage is a sacred beginning and it doesn’t have to be a performance.

David and Grace decided to elope on January 1st. Starting a new year with new beginnings as husband and wife. They went back and forth in the planning process as they considered a few special places to them that they thought about getting married at and ultimately decided to elope within the courtyard of their church. Just the two of them and their immediately family members.

They not only chose what was important to them, but ultimately what honored God. From saving their first kiss for marriage, washing each others feet in servanthood, and speaking vows of commitment to other rooted in the Word of God.

It was a beautiful union to witness and preserve this once and a lifetime moment!

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06/04/2026

A look at Sydney and Kevin’s intimate wedding in downtown Tucson!

A quiet morning getting ready, first look on the balcony of the historic Pima county courthouse, their ceremony and portraits amongst warm tones of the courtyard, and a intimate and low key gathering for lunch at The Coronet.

Everything detail about their day was truly special to who they are and the experience they wanted. The bride created her own bouquet which was absolutely stunning, the courthouse was a meaningful reflection of their stories and careers, and their reception perfectly celebrates who they are as a couple and the personalities that make their relationship so special.

I absolutely adored my time with them and would definitely be up for another long drive to document an elopement or intimate wedding at the stunning courthouse!

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05/28/2026

The groom deserves his wedding day photo op too!

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Usery Mountain Regional Park
Mesa, AZ
85207

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https://purposefulphoto.com/

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