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BRIDAL ART 

My bridal work is not traditional.
It is artistic.
Symbolic.
Intuitive.


A fusion of wearable art, storytelling, and deep feminine expression.

I create bridal imagery and experiences that feel like portals — cinematic, emotional, textured, and alive with meaning. Whether it’s a gown, a headpiece, a set, or a moment held in light, my work invites each woman to step into the fullest expression of her inner myth.

This is not about “looking bridal.”
It is about becoming.

Becoming soft.
Becoming powerful.
Becoming whole.
Becoming the version of yourself that feels true, wild, and unforgettable.

Wedding Backdrops & Artful Event Rentals

Handcrafted installations that transform your wedding into living art.

 Create a wedding atmosphere that feels unforgettable, soulful, and beautifully you. Shelley offers a curated collection of handcrafted backdrops and artistic props available for rent — each piece designed with her signature blend of organic textures, vintage elements, and intentionally gathered materials.

 

These installations elevate ceremonies, receptions, photo areas, entrances, and sweetheart tables, bringing depth, beauty, and storytelling to every space.

 

Custom designs are also available for couples seeking something truly personal and one-of-a-kind. Shelley’s work pairs seamlessly with professional wedding photographer Amanda Anderson, offering couples a cohesive artistic experience from environment to imagery.

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Creating Myth & Story — A Bridal Philosophy Beyond Tradition

Where bridal becomes a world — a myth, a mood, a moment of becoming.

Bridal styling becomes ceremony.
Gowns become symbols.
Images become myth.

Every creation is slow-made, intentional, and expressive — rooted in Wild Alchemy, feminine storytelling, and the art of transformation. I don’t follow trends or templates. I follow intuition, atmosphere, and the inner landscape of the woman being photographed.

My bridal work is for those seeking something beyond the traditional —imagery that breathes, emotes, and expresses.

For brides, artists, and photographers who are drawn to:

• expressive, cinematic imagery
• emotional depth and authenticity
• nature-rooted or atmospheric settings
• mood-rich, symbolic styling
• elements of ritual and story
• art over aesthetics
• meaning over perfection

If you want something alive, raw, dreamy, powerful, and transformative — you’re in the right place.

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Custom Wedding Gowns | Wearable Art

Custom-designed wedding gowns available for select brides seeking a one-of-a-kind, art-driven approach to bridal wear.

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Ready to dreamcraft your bridal vision?

Let’s begin a conversation.

Get In Touch

715-337-5485 Text is Best

Studio @Art Start

68 S. Stevens St.

Rhinelander, WI 54521

By appointment

shelleylynnnovotny@gmail.com

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