Who I Am, and Why I Do This
A little about me — and a lot about what matters.
Hi, I’m Shanell — a passionate Aries and lifelong observer of the quiet, powerful moments that make up our lives. With over a decade behind the camera, I specialize in capturing the raw, intimate, and transformative experiences that shape who we are — from the anticipation of pregnancy and the intensity of birth, to the quiet magic of newborn days and the ever-evolving rhythm of family life.
But my work goes beyond the roles we step into — it’s also about the woman beneath it all.
I photograph women in their becoming: in moments of bravery, softness, sensuality, and return. From maiden to mother to self, I create space for you to be seen fully — not just in how you look, but in who you are. Whether it’s a motherhood session, a self-love shoot, or something that doesn’t fit neatly into a category, it’s all part of the same sacred story.
I’m drawn to the in-between — the breath before the cry, the calm in the chaos, the quiet gestures that speak the loudest. My approach is both intuitive and intentional. I don’t overly pose or perfect. I hold space for what’s real, and stay present enough to catch the beauty that reveals itself when you’re simply being you.
To me, photography isn’t just about preserving memories — it’s about witnessing. Honoring. Holding onto the feelings we never want to forget. It’s a way of slowing time, of making meaning, of telling the truth through light, color, and connection.
This is my work. This is my heart.

I'M SHANELL
you're easily the best thing I've ever created
for the soulful & romantic kindred spirits

SHANELL
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capturing the free spirited and wild mamas in their natural element.


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