Shelby Rae Photography LLC

06/15/2026

Golden hour just sets the mood for engagement sessions. I’m still in awe of this couple and the weather from this day🫶🏻

05/11/2026

🖤 Why B&W?: There’s something timeless about black and white wedding photos. They really highlight the emotions and the moment, stripping away distractions to focus on what truly matters.

05/05/2026

✨ FIELD & FAMILY MINIS ✨

📍Des Moines IA

The days are getting longer, summer is almost here, and there’s no better time to capture the people you love most. 🤍

These sessions are all about genuine connection — the cuddles, laughter, hand holding, and little in-between moments that make your family yours. Set in a beautiful open field during golden hour, these minis are designed to feel warm, timeless, and full of life.

Whether you’re wanting updated family photos, celebrating motherhood, documenting a growing family, or looking for the perfect Mother’s Day gift, these sessions are made to preserve this season exactly as it is. ☀️

📍 Dale Maffitt Reservoir
📅 May 23rd & 24th
⏰ Limited golden hour spots available

Perfect for:
• Families
• Couples
• Maternity
• Mommy + Me
• Grandparents

Message me to claim your spot before they’re gone! ✨

Field & Family Minis are designed to capture your family exactly as you are in this season of life: connected, playful, loving, and real. Set in a warm open field during golden hour, these sessions focus on genuine connection and timeless memories you’ll hold onto for years to come.Whether you’r...

04/04/2026

Let’s normalize something…especially when it comes to booking your wedding photographer 🤭✨

Life gets busy, decisions feel overwhelming, and suddenly months have passed—but don’t worry, you’re not behind. You’re right on time 🤍

When you book with me, I’m not just showing up with a camera. I’m there to guide you through the entire process—helping with timelines, keeping things running smoothly, calming nerves, fixing veils, hyping you up, and capturing all the real, emotional, in-between moments that make your day yours. You get to be fully present, and I’ll take care of the rest 📸

If you’ve been putting this off… this is your sign to finally check it off your list ✔️

✨ 2026 Availability ✨
July — open
August — open
September — 4, 5, 18, 19
October — 17, 31
November — open
December — open

Let’s make it official 💌

03/17/2026

And just like that, the day slows down, the mingling begins, and you really just start to take it all in.

03/11/2026

So much love in one day 😭💗

01/23/2026

After years of supporting couples far beyond photography, I’m excited to now offer:

✨ Wedding Day Flow Direction

An elevated add-on for photography clients who want calm, real-time leadership on their wedding day — without full coordination.

✨ Wedding Coordination

A standalone service for couples who want a dedicated professional managing the logistics so they can stay present and enjoy every moment.

No better time to announce business growth than on my birthday🎈

📸now officially available as add ons.

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01/22/2026

Wedding days move fast — and the kind of support you need depends on how you want the day to feel.

Some couples want help keeping things flowing. Others want someone fully managing the day.

Both matter. Both are valid.

I’ll be sharing more soon 🤍

01/03/2026

Reminiscing on warm weather and beautiful golden hour📸

12/05/2025

So easy to fall in love💍💗

Shout out to for second shooting this beautiful couple with me!