Meet Shelby Alexis: Wedding Photographer

We had the good fortune of connecting with Shelby Alexis and we’ve shared our conversation below.

Hi Shelby Alexis, what is the most important factor behind your success?
My hearts desire is to spread kindness and to glorify Christ in all things. Kindness is something you can give that doesn’t cost you a thing and I believe it can truly change the world. My hope is that my clients walk away feeling loved, heard and cherished. I believe the most rewarding part of being a photographer is the relationships I’m able to form with my clients. By the time your canvases or wedding albums have been delivered, my desire is for us to feel like long time friends, and completely comfortable with each other! My business is purpose based, and I think it is so valuable to capture more than just photos of my clients, but to truly connect with them on a personal level. 

Can you open up a bit about your work and career? We’re big fans and we’d love for our community to learn more about your work.
Photography is such a beautiful tool to be creative and to serve others through the process. When I started out I didn’t understand the importance of Client experience and what an impact that could make on my business. When I truly started investing in my clients, not just through Bridal guides or welcome gifts but I truly became invested in their lives is when things began to shift. It became less about “me” or shooting for my portfolio or social media. It became, how can I better serve my Clients on the most important day of their lives? That’s when things changed. Not just financially but in my heart behind my business. “Spreading kindness above everything else” has become my business motto, because I believe that with a little act of kindness you can make a huge impact.

Let’s say your best friend was visiting the area and you wanted to show them the best time ever. Where would you take them? Give us a little itinerary – say it was a week long trip, where would you eat, drink, visit, hang out, etc.
When my husband I got married 5 years ago and we moved away from my small hometown closer to Fort Worth I was so thrilled! You can often find me sipping a margarita on the Joe T Garcia’s patio or paddle boarding down the trinity river enjoying the sunset over the downtown skyline. Trinity Park is so vast and filled with great spots for photo sessions or to just go for a picnic. I am a mamma to a one year old so we love visiting Dream Park or the Duck Pond on nice days! I can honestly say I wouldn’t want to live anywhere else.

Who else deserves some credit and recognition?
I would like to thank my amazing and supportive husband who is always encouraging me to invest back int0 myself and into my business. I would also like to thank my parents and grandparents for investing in little ole 14 year old Shelby (who had maybe $100 in her bank account) and giving me the ability to start my business. I don’t know what I would do without them!

Website: www.shelbyalexisphotography@gmail.com
Instagram: @shelbyalexisphoto
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Shelby-Alexis-Photography/