Shelby Bazemore Photography

Welcome to my blog. I am an on-location portrait photographer working in areas surrounding Suffolk, VA and Northeastern, NC . Here you will see some of my latest work and sneak peeks from sessions that I've done. Feel free to browse and leave a comment while you're here. Thank you for visiting.

March of Dimes 2013 | Suffolk VA Events Photographer |

My little guys and I recently participated in the 2013 Suffolk, VA March of Dimes.  Besides being a great day to be out, it was also great to march for such a wonderful cause.  There were lots of little ones and many groups, families, and organizations from the area as well as a few of our furry friends who participated in this year’s march and all of the fun and games.  To see more images that I captured from that day just click on the following link .

http://shelbybazemorephotography.com/?page_id=1669

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3 Comments

  • Kel Ward · Posted May 16, 2013 at 10:15 pm · Link

    Girl, you rock at event photography! So colorful and pretty! Awesome cause.

  • Audrey · Posted May 17, 2013 at 11:05 pm · Link

    Looks like you had a great day for your walk. I love this charity!

  • kate craft · Posted May 19, 2013 at 10:32 pm · Link

    Looks like a great day and all for a great cause!!

ME’s Birthday Finale ! | Suffolk VA Children’s Photographer |

Where does the time go?  It seems like Miss ME was just a baby, but  now she’s 4 YEARS old.  ME may be little, but she celebrated BIG!  The entire month of March was hers!  She celebrated with classmates….and a trip to the beach where she celebrated with her own family….. and THEN there was the birthday finale – a skate party where family, classmates, and friends all attended.  ME was all decked out in a cute pink dress, and fun striped leggings,  colorful beads and jewels,and her new in-line skates – Pink of course.  ME even made sure her parents and brother were beautiful/handsome on her day.  She chose yellow jeans, pink shirt adorned with a yellow flower, green headband and pink chucks for her mom and  outfits complete with bow ties for her dad and brother. There were glow necklaces and buttons for everyone.  Family, friends, classmates, cupcakes, pizza, and skating….What a day!  On the last Saturday of HER month, I can say that ME was one very happy 4 yr old and I do believe that her birthday wish came true.

1st A few snaps taken during ME’s skate partyAnd one of Miss ME all dressed up on the last day of HER month.

8 Comments

  • KarenC · Posted April 2, 2013 at 6:02 pm · Link

    She’s adorable. Love her sweet smile. The party looks so fun. Fabulous job capturing all the fun, Shelby! Gorgeous images.

  • Nancy · Posted April 2, 2013 at 6:23 pm · Link

    OMGoodness! She is adorable!! Looks like she had an awesome party!

  • Dori · Posted April 2, 2013 at 6:33 pm · Link

    What a cutie! I love that one where she’s eating cake with it all over her face. The one of her all dressed up against the fence is simply gorgeous! What a lucky little lady to have you capturing her life’s memories! And this party is certainly going to be a wonderful memory.

  • Uncle Mont · Posted April 2, 2013 at 8:57 pm · Link

    Where did ME get those big dimples when she smiles?

  • Cooper · Posted April 3, 2013 at 1:37 am · Link

    Love them ALL! Looked like a great skate party!

  • Laura · Posted April 8, 2013 at 11:16 am · Link

    Oh what a little doll! She is just so adorable and sweet! Love the way she is stylin her purse and pretty shoes. I love the moments you captured.

  • Michelle · Posted May 5, 2013 at 10:59 pm · Link

    She is adorable!

  • carol nicasio · Posted May 15, 2013 at 10:54 am · Link

    Shelby! these are fantastic! so fun. love it.

Cute Faces Contest | Suffolk, VA Photography Contest |

Thank you to all who participated in the 1st Annual Cute Faces Contest. It was a great success !!!

I’m happy to announce that Little Miss E is the 2013 Cute Face!

I’ll be looking forward to working with Miss E and her family for their session. CONGRATULATIONS!

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  • KarenC · Posted March 30, 2013 at 12:14 pm · Link

    Congrats to Miss E! I can’t wait to see the session. I have no doubt it will turn out amazingly!

Warm Smiles on a Chilly Morning | Suffolk, VA Family Photographer |

I’m so happy that I was able to photograph the R family. There was the holiday rush, busy work schedules, rainy weather, travel, and cold temperatures but we made it happen! You would NEVER guess that this beautiful family met me on a very chilly morning for their session. There were no sleepy faces here and with coats and blankets within reach the little cuties didn’t even have a chance to shiver. Mom was just as radiant as always and Dad and Big Brother came with handsome smiles and tickles. R family – Rain, work, travel, holiday hustle, cold weather didn’t prevent your session and I’m so happy that I was able to work with you!

5 Comments

  • Tania · Posted February 20, 2013 at 11:45 pm · Link

    Wow! What a stunning family!! She looks like Kellie Roland! Love the processing- gorgeous!!!!

  • Kara Layfield · Posted February 21, 2013 at 10:14 am · Link

    Such a beautiful family!! I love the location and how you utilized the light. Gorgeous images Shelby!

  • Fabiana Beatriz · Posted February 23, 2013 at 8:40 pm · Link

    I love every single thing about this shoot. Just gorgeous!!!

  • Niki · Posted February 25, 2013 at 3:00 am · Link

    I love love love the vibrant colors! And what wonderful shining happiness comes out of the photos, it’s even brighter than the sun! Gorgeous images!

  • carol nicasio · Posted May 15, 2013 at 10:56 am · Link

    what a beautiful family and look at that happy baby! love them!

A Walk in the Park | Suffolk, VA Family Photographer |

What a perfect Saturday evening for a session at the park with the beautiful M family. I’d been to this park before, but only the play area for my own little guys to play. Not this time – We explored parts of the park that were a bit off the beaten path and perfect for some gorgeous family photos. I didn’t tell them before hand that we’d do a bit of trekking in the woods, but they were such good sports and the boys seemed to really enjoy it. They didn’t even ask about the playground equipment! M Family – You were such a pleasure to work with. Thank you for choosing ME!

5 Comments

  • Laura · Posted January 14, 2013 at 7:10 pm · Link

    Oh my Shelby you found such a gorgeous location. Totally suits such a beautiful family. The boys are so good looking! Beautiful work. I thoroughly enjoyed looking at this post. <3

  • Kel Ward · Posted January 15, 2013 at 3:38 pm · Link

    What a gorgeous family and I love the setting. So pretty!

  • Kathleen Weibel · Posted January 15, 2013 at 10:14 pm · Link

    Lovely park. I love the one of the boys hugging. It just melts my heart. It just looks like such a happy loving family.

  • Julie Delgado · Posted January 25, 2013 at 3:41 pm · Link

    These are gorgeous! Your color and clarity is amazing! Beautiful family!

  • Jennifer · Posted February 7, 2013 at 1:46 am · Link

    WOW! The photos are so crisp and clear! Beautiful work, I love the last one especially with the boys playing in the leaves, so cute, you really captured their enthusiasm!

Hugs, Giggles, and Love | Suffolk, VA Family Photographer |

An unseasonably warm evening in November and a beautiful location were perfect for this amazing session. There were lots of giggles, love, hugs and big smiles. Handsome Little Mr. X wasn’t camera shy at all and he and his beautiful mommy’s love definitely shined during this session. There is nothing like the love between a mother and a son! Thank you L and X for letting me capture just a little bit of your love on that warm November evening.

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  • Nancy · Posted December 29, 2012 at 2:30 pm · Link

    Wonderful photos! What an adorable little man! I know his mom will treasure these!

  • Kel Ward · Posted December 29, 2012 at 3:39 pm · Link

    Oh, these are precious! I love their outfits (so perfectly coordinated, without being matchy-matchy) and they’re both beautiful!!

  • Laura · Posted December 29, 2012 at 4:22 pm · Link

    Shelby you captured some incredible moments! Love the connection between mom and son. This young boy is just adorable! Beautiful work and a treasure for sure for this family.

  • Krissy Allori · Posted January 1, 2013 at 9:04 am · Link

    Gorgeous! I love that first shot! You can see he is well loved.

11-21-2012 Thankful | Suffolk, VA Children’s Photographer |

Thankful for these two little guys.  Oh how I love them.


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  • Kara Layfield · Posted November 21, 2012 at 9:15 pm · Link

    Oh my gosh Shelby…I think they look so much like you! Beautiful work…I am such a fan!! Happy Thanksgiving to you and your family!

Family Is Forever | Suffolk, VA Family Photographer |

I’m so excited to share this beautiful family with you.     A gorgeous family, and a perfect location on a beautiful evening! ………and mosquitos!  Lots of them!!! But even those pesky creatures didn’t prevent us from getting beautiful photos.  We sang, clapped, and did all kinds of silly things to entertain Little Miss B and her sweet baby brother Mr. J.  I’m no singer, but can spout off the tunes to Elmo’s world and a few other kiddie songs.  I found out though that it was the actual MUSIC from a nearby family event that got Little Miss B really moving and smiling :-) …. and Little Mr. J – well he was showing off his fancy new walking skills and enjoying being out and all the little treasures to be found on the ground.   I’m happy that I was able to photograph this beautiful family and would like to welcome them to the area!

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And because I love that it doesn’t always take a big smile to make a BEAUTIFUL image – one more of Little Miss B.

8 Comments

  • Terry Arnold · Posted September 20, 2012 at 10:53 pm · Link

    What a beautiful family! I especially love the family portrait and you did a great job capturing the smiles and personality of their sweet little ones!

  • Nancy · Posted September 21, 2012 at 8:05 am · Link

    LOVELY family!! Miss B’s eyes just draw you in and oh my goodness, I wanna squish Mr. J’s cheeks!! Beautiful captures!

  • ashley · Posted September 21, 2012 at 9:06 am · Link

    Fantastic images! My goodness this family is blessed with the most precious children and that family image…..perfection. You are amazing, Shelby:)

  • Kara Layfield · Posted September 21, 2012 at 10:14 am · Link

    Oh my goodness these kiddos are adorable!! This session is beautiful Shelby!! The use of light and location is lovely.

  • Gail · Posted September 21, 2012 at 10:18 pm · Link

    Oh my goodness – that sweet little toothy smile! Gah! Awesome work with this GORGEOUS family! Seriously great images!!!

  • Amy · Posted September 24, 2012 at 12:29 am · Link

    love these, just amazingly beautiful!

  • Amber · Posted September 26, 2012 at 7:56 pm · Link

    Oh my word, what a gorgeous family! I think those are two of the most adorable kiddos I’ve seen. I just adore your work!

  • Kel Ward · Posted September 30, 2012 at 2:52 pm · Link

    What an adorable and happy family! And yeah, that non-smiling one is my favorite…it’s stunning!

No Wagon For Mr. A’s Session | Suffolk Teen Photograper |

It seems that not too long ago, Mr. A was just learning to walk, chasing Leroy the orange cat, and riding in a red wagon.  Now he’s a young man who enjoys drawing, hanging with his friends, spending time with family, shopping – I believe he can find a deal with his eyes closed.  He’s a smart young man. He loves animals and aspires to be a veterinarian. There’s no more red wagon… he’s DRIVING now…and with begging and bribery I couldn’t convince him to take a photo in the wagon.  HAHA!  He’s a cool teen – No more little guy.    Time does fly! I’m so happy I was able to photograph Mr. A during his summer break.  Mr. A – I hope you’re off to a wonderful school year!

11th Grade – Here He Comes! (I’m loving the Chucks!)

And YES… sometimes he does forget that he’s supposed to be a tough guy and he SMILES.  He has a beautiful smile.  :-)

8 Comments

  • Tania · Posted August 26, 2012 at 12:21 am · Link

    What a handsome young man! Shelby you did an amazing job capturing his youth. Love it! Instead of chasing wagons, he will soon be chasing his dreams! Have a great school year!

  • Gail · Posted August 26, 2012 at 4:42 pm · Link

    No wagon for this young man! He is an incredibly handsome guy and you did a wonderful job! I LOVE the color in these – that blue door made for an awesome backdrop!

  • Kel Ward · Posted August 27, 2012 at 11:44 am · Link

    Oh, I love these! Such a handsome kid and great shots!

  • Kara Layfield · Posted August 28, 2012 at 9:22 am · Link

    These are fantastic! I love how you captured his personality and your locations are perfection! Such a handsome guy…good luck this year!

  • Rachel · Posted September 4, 2012 at 2:13 pm · Link

    Love these. What a good looking young man.

  • Cooper · Posted September 4, 2012 at 2:28 pm · Link

    Fantastic Shelby!!!! I dig the chucks & the 11.

  • ashley · Posted September 5, 2012 at 4:28 pm · Link

    Shelby, all of these images are just wonderful! What a handsome young man….and so lucky to have your awesome photographs!

  • Sylvia Borgo · Posted September 11, 2012 at 11:28 pm · Link

    Fantastic images! This handsome guy has a killer smile! I love his natural style in front of your camera!

Mr. G | Suffolk, VA Children’s Photographer |

He. Is. Just. So. Handsome!  You must agree!  While my time with Mr. G was way too short,  I did get some awesome shots.  He showed me his serious side, but I also saw and captured the very happy side of a little boy all ready for some pool fun.   Little Mr. G has some great opportunities coming his way.  He is one of Wilhemina’s newest Models!  So be on the look out for this handsome little guy!  Mr. G – I hope that this experience is the best and that it opens up new doors and endless possibilities for you.

9 Comments

  • Gail · Posted August 11, 2012 at 2:49 am · Link

    What a handsome little cutie! I love how you captured his fun, sweet little personality in this set! That face is going to break some hearts someday!

  • Kel Ward · Posted August 13, 2012 at 6:48 pm · Link

    Oh. My. Gosh. He is soooo stinkin’ cute!! I want to steal him! Gah. Awesome photos!

  • Krissy Allori · Posted August 14, 2012 at 5:40 pm · Link

    What a cutie!!! You can tell he has a great personality.

  • Jen Gasper · Posted August 15, 2012 at 10:18 pm · Link

    He has got a great serious look but his smile is contagious! I love the light in the last image!

  • Kristin · Posted August 16, 2012 at 12:46 pm · Link

    Wow, these are awesome! I adore the color in the 2nd series, and that last shot steals my heart!!

  • amy lenhart · Posted August 18, 2012 at 11:44 pm · Link

    he’s so adorable!!!

  • Carrie · Posted August 20, 2012 at 6:03 am · Link

    Cute and fun rolled into one!

  • Laura · Posted August 20, 2012 at 12:34 pm · Link

    Oh my what a good looking guy he is! I can totally see why he landed a model contract. With his handsome looks and personality he must have been such a pleasure to have in front of your camera. What great work you do! Love that first image!!

  • ashley · Posted August 21, 2012 at 3:59 pm · Link

    what a handsome dude!!! Love these images:)