NC BORN AND RAISED

PHOTOGRAPHY IN THE HEART OF RALEIGH

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Aerial view of a downtown city with skyscrapers, streets, trees, and a mix of commercial and residential buildings.

Hi - I’m Shepard!

I picked up my first camera in middle school. Nothing fancy - just a simple little point and shoot digital camera. Despite the novelty of it, this little camera went on to change my career path. I bought my first DSLR in high school and spent countless hours experimenting with various photography techniques and finding scenic locations around Raleigh. Many hours were spent at the NCMA, JC Raulston Arboretum and Boylan Bridge with both frustration and joy as I figured out how to execute my artistic visions. I have since made major upgrades to my equipment and enjoy taking international trips to amazing locations like Iceland, New Zealand and Thailand to further expand my photography experience.

I have called Raleigh my home for many years! I grew up in the Five Points area and attended Oberlin Middle School and Broughton High School. Spending my formative years in the City of Oaks, I developed a strong appreciation for the city that I still carry with me now as a long term resident.

After graduating from the IB Program at BHS in 2016, I moved the short 30 minutes away to UNC-Chapel Hill where I completed the Environmental Science and Communications dual degree program with a B.A. in Environmental Studies and an M.A. in Media and Communications.

“Shepard has taken wonderful photographs of my family! She picks beautiful locations, is flexible with her time and is patient every time I ask for one more shot.”

Lisa Q.

Family of five standing outdoors in front of autumn foliage, smiling at the camera.
A smiling couple stands outdoors in autumn, embracing each other with a background of fall foliage.

“Beyond professional.”

Chris I.

“Shepard is incredible! Extremely professional, knew great poses, and knows the perfect spots for pictures.”

Kristin M.

Two women in red graduation gowns celebrating with champagne on the steps of a brick building.
  • People gathering in front of a large, historic blue-gray house with white trim, surrounded by trees and greenery, during an outdoor event or party in the evening.

    Heights House

  • People gathered in a park with green grass and trees, sitting on blankets and chairs, enjoying an outdoor event during daytime. A tall modern building with a distinctive spire is visible in the background.

    Downtown Raleigh Alliance

  • A black Hydralow hybrid water bottle with a tan label sitting on a moss-covered surface in a forest, with trees and ferns in the background.

    HYDRAFLOW

  • A metallic rolling suitcase with an extended handle standing on a paved path outdoors, next to a wooden wall and trees in the background.

    MVST Select

  • Person relaxing on a black and white patterned bean bag chair by a small creek in a forest during sunset with trees and fallen logs in the background.

    Chillbo

  • A potted succulent plant, a wooden speaker, a pair of sunglasses with blue-green mirrored lenses, and a white cloth are arranged on a white surface against a plain wall.

    RARE Co.

  • Box of Veggie Straws made from veggie fibers, labeled as 100% biodegradable stirrers, 150 unwrapped stirrers, 4.75 inches long, with a window showing the stirrers inside.

    The Veggie Straws

  • Close-up of a biodegradable, mold-resistant, eco-friendly item with a cardboard label that states it is made in Korea, endorsed for multiple uses, and designed to be long-lasting.

    Rekurator

  • Close-up of a bowl covered with plastic wrap, containing a mixture, on a wooden surface with beige tile background.

    VEIA

  • A person sitting on grass, stretching their legs forward and holding their socks with their hands, outdoors during sunset.

    Evergreen Outpost Co.

Three people standing outdoors in a park with trees in the background, smiling at the camera during sunset.
Two soldiers in dress uniforms standing in front of a fountain at North Carolina State University
Football player wearing jersey number 4 standing on field during game with other players in background.
A young woman with long red hair, smiling, standing outdoors during fall, wearing a gray blazer over a black top, with colorful autumn trees in the background.
A woman wearing a yellow beanie and round sunglasses smiling outdoors at sunset.
An elderly woman and a young boy stand outdoors in a park surrounded by autumn trees with fallen leaves.
The word 'PUBLICATIONS' written in large, thin, black capital letters on a white background.
Close-up of blackletter text reading 'The Daily Tar Heel'
Logo of The Daily Dispatch newspaper with a pink clock tower and black text.
Text that says 'AWARDS' in large, black, uppercase letters.
UNC Global logo with a blue background, white university emblem, and white text.