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About
Shelby is a Nondenominational Officiant, welcoming all races, all religions, all countries of origin, all sexual orientation, and all genders. Shelby genuinely love her work, her warm and intuitive natures led her to becoming ordained as a minister.
Based in New York City, Shelby will work closely with you to get to know you, and your partners’ personalities, love story, and desires prior to wedding day. She brings light and laughter, and her ceremony outline will help truly reflect ton the couple’s unique love.
Whether your ceremony is virtually or in person, Shelby has her finger on the pulse of the entire celebration.
Vendor network- Shelby has a wide resource of photographers, marriage licenses issuers, and event managers to support you with!
Contact- Is your ceremony date showing as unavailable? Contact Shelby directly at the website link below!
*Unfortunately Shelby cannot issue marriage licenses*.
Overview
Hired 67 times
Serves New York, NY
Background checked
1 employee
7 years in business
Business hours
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Payment methods
This pro accepts payments via Cash, Check, PayPal, Venmo, and Zelle.
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2021
Services offered
Type of ceremony
Service type (affiliation)
Christian
Catholic
Jewish
Muslim
Need help writing vows?
I can work with couples who need help writing vows
Projects and media
Projects and media
Reviews
Customers rated this pro highly for professionalism, work quality, and responsiveness.
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Chelsea C.
Jan 23, 2025
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Hired on Thumbtack
I had a wonderful experience with Shelby officiating my wedding in Central Park. She was professional, punctual, and incredibly kind throughout the process. She communicated with me multiple times to ensure the script was exactly what I wanted and took the time to understand my needs. She even add my bunny’s name to our wedding scripts which are so cool! Her sweet and thoughtful approach made the ceremony feel personal and special. I truly appreciate her dedication and would highly recommend her to anyone looking for a fantastic officiant!
Details: Wedding • Non-religious (no mention of God) • 20 guests or fewer • I'm flexible • English • Officiant will not be needed at the rehearsal
Wedding Officiant
Sarah E.
Sep 11, 2024
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Hired on Thumbtack
Shelby was absolutely amazing! She crafted a personalized wedding script for us that was just perfect. Shelby was professional, punctual, and helped calm our pre-ceremony jitters. I would recommend Shelby to anyone needing an officiant!
Details: Wedding • Non-religious (no mention of God) • 21 - 50 guests • I'm flexible • English • Officiant will not be needed at the rehearsal
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Kirstyn B.
Jul 14, 2024
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Hired on Thumbtack
Shelby was great! We were out of an officiant just two days before our ceremony and Shelby came through for us big time. She made the process very easy. She responded quickly, was very professional, and arrived early. She even took a video of our first look for us to be able to share with our families. Highly recommend her!
Details: Elopement • Non-religious (no mention of God) • 20 guests or fewer • Help writing vows will not be needed • English • Officiant will not be needed at the rehearsal
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Elisha w.
Mar 1, 2023
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Hired on Thumbtack
OMG, where to start! Shelby made our wedding ceremony such a wonderful experience with her words, personality, and personalization. Uncommon things that I requested of her, she researched and delivered. Just a great person who actually cared that our wedding was successful. Thanks 😊 🫂
Details: Wedding • Non-denominational (mentions God) • 21 - 50 guests • Help writing vows will not be needed • English • Officiant will not be needed at the rehearsal • Officiant does not need to be present at rehearsal
Celebrations by Shelby's reply
Thank you Elisha!! Congratulations again to you and Lionel!
Wedding Officiant
Rafael L.
Sep 30, 2021
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Hired on Thumbtack
If I could give a 10 star review I would. Shelby did an amazing job officiating my wedding. The ceremony was perfect thanks to her. She was on time, and patient with my gigantic family scrambling to be ready on time. I highly recommend her to anyone who is looking for a perfect ceremony. She helped us with our vows, read a really cute poem, and even subtly reminded me to breathe a few times.
Thank you Shelby for making it the best night of my life, and for being there for my wife and I on one of the most memorable nights of my life.
Details: Wedding • Non-denominational (mentions God) • 51 - 100 guests • Help writing vows will not be needed • English • Officiant will not be needed at the rehearsal • Officiant does not need to be present at rehearsal
Wedding Officiant
Credentials
Background Check
Shelby Sinoway
FAQs
What should the customer know about your pricing (e.g., discounts, fees)?
Pricing includes:
1. Phone consultation to discuss the couples vision for the ceremony.
2. Create wedding script to the couples vision
3. Performing ceremony
4. Driving to and from ceremony
5. Marriage license signing and delivering to county clerk
Available to include:
-Writing vows
-Attending dress rehearsal
What is your typical process for working with a new customer?
1. Phone consultation to discuss the couples vision for the ceremony and what the couple would like to incorporate in the ceremony (i.e. vows, prayers, poems/literature pieces, family, speeches).
It is Shelby's job to work with the cope to create a meaningful and special experience for you, your partner and your guests!
2. Shelby to prepare the ceremony, and send the couple an outline of the wedding script for the couple to review and revise if they choose to do so.
3. (Optional) Attend rehearsal.
4. Perform the ceremony!
5. Handle all matters related to the marriage license (ensuring it is accurately filled out, signed, and sending marriage license to the respective county clerk.
What education and/or training do you have that relates to your work?
Ordained Minister through the Universal Life Church.
