As always, the end of the year brings forth so much reflection. The past 12 month has been so exciting as Leaf & Lace continues to grow and blossom so I wanted to share with you MY favourite things to happen in 2023

1. I am a Boudoir Photographer & only that!


If you are new here: Hi I'm Shelby and I'm a Boudoir Photographer and the heart and soul behind Leaf & Lace.


For the last 8 years, I've been working a full time job along side Leaf & Lace and at the start of this year, I made it my goal that it will be my last. In October, I finally finished up my role at this job and can proudly announce that my one and only job is Leaf & Lace.


Although its only been a couple of months since I made this life changing decision, but I can already see how much of an impact it has had on myself and my business and I can't wait to see what 2024 brings.

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2. New studio

In previous years, I was living in a small one bedroom apartment and although this space served me for what it was, Leaf & Lace has grown and I needed to too!


This year I moved into a larger house which means that I have enough room to have a studio! Since it's opening, I feel so creative and feel that I can truly create an empowering space for all the phenomenal women who I capture. I've got big plans for 2024 and I can't wait to bring this vision to life.

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3. Leaf & Lace goes on adventures!

As my calendar is now completely open & flexible, I've finally been able to add travelling as an option for Leaf & Lace.


2023 saw me taking an adventure to Newcastle and shoot a session on some local sand dunes (how fantastic did they turn out!).


If you would like me to visit, fill out this Expression of Interest form and I will get back to you!

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This year has gone above and beyond all my expectations. Leaf & Lace is expanding and so is my love for all things Boudoir! I am constantly grateful for all the support that Leaf & Lace receives and I cannot wait to see what the next 12 months brings the beautiful, growing community!


If you would like to be a part of it, I would love to have you! Click the button below and let's get started 👇