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Welcome, I’m glad you’re here!

TRUE-TO-COLOR WEDDING PHOTOGRAPHY FOR THE
JOYFULLY GROUNDED

I’m Shalyn - a Southwest Missouri wedding photographer with nearly two decades of experience in the wedding world. I blend posed portraits and candid moments to create timeless images that reflect your day exactly as it felt.
Whether you're planning a big celebration or something more laid-back, I’m here to make photography one of the easiest, most stress-free parts of your planning process. With a calm presence and a thoughtful timeline-first approach, I’ll help you stay present in the moments that matter most.

Serving Southwest Missouri and Beyond

Wedding invitation suite, bouquet, rings, bridal shoes, and photo of a couple on a wooden table.

A young woman with long, wavy brown hair, glasses, and a black dress, smiling and standing outdoors next to a colorful bouquet of flowers with white blooming bushes in the background.

So Lovely to Meet You

Meet Shalyn

Hi, I’m Shalyn — a Southwest Missouri wedding photographer with deep roots in the industry and a calm, planning-first approach. I capture a mix of timeless portraits and candid moments, all edited true to color so your photos reflect the day exactly as it felt.

With nearly 20 years of experience and a heart for helping couples feel at ease, I’m here to make sure photography is one part of your wedding you never have to stress about.

Light mint green high-heeled wedding shoes with jeweled embellishments and clear straps, placed in front of a bouquet of white roses and green foliage.

A bride in a white wedding gown and a groom in a dark suit embrace, standing outdoors under a tree on their wedding day.

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A bride and groom walking hand in hand outdoors on a wedding day, surrounded by green trees and bushes.

01/Weddings

A couple sitting on stone steps in a park, with the man kissing the woman's forehead. The woman leans her head on his shoulder. They are surrounded by greenery.

02/Engagements

A family of four walking in a park with autumn trees, parents swinging two children by their arms, smiling and having fun on a sunny day.

03/Portraits

A bride with a wedding ring looks up at a groom dressed in a black suit with a boutonniere, holding his arm in an outdoor setting with green trees in the background.

Investment

Here’s what you can expect when you work with me: timeless images, a thoughtful planning process, and a calm presence on the day itself. I believe in keeping things simple, honest, and focused on what matters most — real connection and beautiful, true-to-color photos.

Weddings starting at $2,750
Engagements starting at $250
Families starting at $250

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A bride and groom, smiling with noses touching, under a wedding veil outdoors. The bride is holding a bouquet of white flowers, and the groom is wearing a black tuxedo with a white boutonniere.

“I cannot recommend Shalyn highly enough!”

She photographed both our engagement session and our wedding day, and every single photo is absolutely stunning. She captured the most meaningful moments so beautifully and made us feel completely comfortable in front of the camera.If you’re looking for a photographer who is not only incredibly talented but also a joy to work with—Shalyn is the one!

MACY & NOAH | 6.28.25

A bride and groom stand together on a stone ledge during sunset, overlooking a scenic landscape with hills and a river, the bride in a long white lace gown holding a bouquet, and the groom in a dark suit.

Create your customized wedding timeline

Start with a plan that puts photography in perspective

Planning your wedding day timeline doesn't have to be overwhelming. I've created a simple questionnaire to help us think through your photography priorities from the beginning—giving you peace of mind and ensuring we capture all the moments that matter most to you.

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