I was fascinated to capture, create and participate in images of nature.

My subject matter: Peace of Mind. I often say, "I've had everything else, I'm just looking for Peace of Mind..."

As you click through my site you will see some staged garden scenes - my garden is my studio - and you will see some images that I could never set up. In both cases, I am waiting; for light and life. Waiting, to see what the garden will conjure.

Inviting you to dream, catch your breath, rest.

Today I still shoot film - though not as frequently - as well as digital images. I have a digital darkroom and do my own printing. I exhibit at Fine Art Fairs throughout the US and welcome people to my garden for one of a kind Portraits...

I am humbled to say my work hangs in offices and homes throughout the US. I've sent pieces to Europe and Asia as well...

Wherever I travel, I am always in search of Peace of Mind. That’s why you will see an occasional image from a walk on the beach, one from beautiful Tuscany, some from other distant places.

I also have had occasion to perform my multimedia presentation; “Patient, The Garden Waits,” to various groups and organizations. And my first book:"In The Garden Collection; a spiritual journey into the heart of the garden,” is available.

If you are wondering who handed me that old Nikon N90... well it was my husband Val Mazzenga.

Val is a former Chicago Tribune Photojournalist, he has won over 200 awards, has been nominated for the Pulitzer Prize 6 times and is in the International Press Club Hall of Fame. His eye and his heart both support and shape my work. He is my greatest champion and best friend. Val works with me on everything.

And about what I was doing before the camera met my hands...

Shelly has always been drawn to the world of art… She is a gifted vocalist, and has found considerable success on television, as a Spokesperson for multinational companies, as a voice-over artist and published writer.

As an accomplished singer, Shelly has been a featured headliner in a variety of venues, including nightclubs, cruise ships and corporate conventions from Chicago to Las Vegas, to cities in the Far East.

As a seasoned and versatile on-camera and voice-over artist, Shelly’s on-air work includes hosting numerous television shows, telethons, Emmy award-winning documentary's as well as corporate videos. She has traveled worldwide as a Spokesperson for multinational companies introducing products and services.

Writing magazine articles is also part of her repertoire, with pieces appearing in such publications as PBS’s “City Talk” and “Woman’s World". In the corporate sector, Shelly has gained considerable attention for her effectiveness as a Presentation Trainer and Executive Coach.