Shelby holding her camera in front of an arched doorway Shelby smiling and framing the camera with her hands Shelby seated with her camera among pink flowers

I’m Shelby

Photographer + Storyteller + Traveller

Based in Edmonton, AB & will always travel!

I’m a born & raised Alberta girl with a traveler’s soul. I’ve always wanted to “fly away” & see the world, which is how Vola Via was created (it means fly away in Italian). I was a Destination Wedding Travel Consultant for almost 10 years & still love planning the perfect itinerary for our travels.

I married my soul mate & best friend, Taso, in September 2013! We are proud DINKWADS (Double Income No Kids With A Dog). Our Shih Tzu Alfie keeps us on our toes with his spicy attitude + constant need for attention. No matter where we go, they are my home.

My dream is capturing love stories around the world - elopements, intimate weddings, traveling couples & beautiful places will forever have my heart.

The Facts

Shelby under a white parasol on a sunny terrace Shelby in a doorway in Venice, Italy

Authentic storytelling for the wild at heart & madly in love

I’m a big believer in creating a “vibe” & savoring the in-between moments. There is beauty in the simplest things if you know how to look for them. Like the sun shining through your window on a Sunday morning creating the perfect frame. Or the moment you instinctively reach for your lover’s hand as you walk down a busy street. Life & love are built on the seemingly insignificant, day to day moments - and therein lie the most meaningful memories. If you couldn’t tell already, I’m a bit of a romantic.

Think I might be “the one” for you? Let’s make some magic!

Favorites & fun facts

Guilty pleasure
Nacho cheese on french fries
On repeat
ABBA - Miley Cyrus - Anything 80’s
Passionate about
Dance parties and loud music
Obsessed with
The love of my life, Taso
Can’t live without
My doggo Alfie
The motto
Live & let live baby!
Current goal
Learn Italian
Happy place
Sipping an Aperol Spritz with an Oceanview

Let me capture your once in a lifetime kind of love

Work with me

The Inspiration

  1. A couple embracing on a beach

    Connection

    As a storyteller, my goal is capturing not just an image, but the emotions, dreams, and intricacies of the human experience. The focus is capturing fleeting glances, tender gestures, and raw emotions that resonate with you.

  2. A quiet, simple moment between a couple

    Simplicity

    A beautiful photo doesn’t need a lavish backdrop or conventionally appealing subjects. There is beauty in simplicity & I strive to highlight the beauty of the ordinary.

  3. A nostalgic couple portrait in Venice

    Nostalgia

    The power of a photo knows no bounds. It captures not only the image itself but also the emotions, memories, and stories associated with that moment. When you look at your photos, I want you to be able to relive that moment over & over again for years to come.

  4. A couple sharing an intentional moment

    Intention

    You are not just another “client” to me. Your story is unique. Your love is unique. And I want you to feel that when you look at your photos. Every image is a piece of your story & it is my heartfelt endeavor to capture that story with unwavering intention and purpose.