SMITTEN MITTEN PHOTOGRAPHY
Enchanted by movement, connection, tiny hands and toes but more importantly the love of a family. Ashley has been capturing families for almost a decade!
As a former wedding planner and coordinator and a mom myself of a BEAUTIFUL 9 year old, I gained meticulous attention to detail and expert awareness of all the things that make a your family session unfold flawlessly. Since transitioning into preserving your memories and big moments as a family photographer, I’ve found a passion for documenting the things that make these days with your little ones so sweet: genuine laughter, delicate details like hands & toes, and the irreplaceable love of family. But, as a family photographer, I offer so much more than just clicks of a camera!
I look forward to walking by your side as a friend throughout this process, from the moment you review your photography proposal in your fluffy slippers until your family session. So, grab yourself a fresh latte or glass of champagne, and let’s dive into the magical world of what your family photos can be. Together.
Meet Ashley!
Before he passed, my grandfather was a talented photographer. I’ll never forget the way he intentionally crafted each shot, taking great care to perfectly capture a moment. He filled our family albums and taught me that while you can’t turn back time, you can freeze it.
So, while I never intended to become a photographer, working as a wedding planner and marketing coordinator while welcoming a little one into the world made it so very clear how much every moment matters. I picked up a camera myself because I wanted to preserve my daughter’s every smile, every giggle, every step. Then, my sister asked me to take her senior photos. Then, a dear friend asked me to take her maternity photos. And before long, I’d stumbled sideways into building a thriving photography business that extended far beyond friends and family.
And while the time had come to leave the world of wedding planning behind to take on photography full time, I wasn’t ready to give up weddings themselves just yet…
You could say Photography is the family business
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My passion for photography has always been rooted in my love for family. So today, through a style that is vibrant, elegant, and uplifting, I document the day a new family begins. From your mom’s beaming smile during the vows to your dad’s teary-eyed bearhug after the first dance, these moments live on in your memory. But they can be the art that fills your home, too.
By blending both candids and intentional direction, I ensure you have images that feel earnest while also staging ones you might otherwise miss. We’ll collaborate to find unique ways to capture your story and celebrate all the things that make your love so special. And don’t worry if you feel a little camera shy! I’ve got everything under control.
But most of all, I work tirelessly to ensure you feel supported, heard, and understood in the lead-up to your big day.
TODAY, I FLOOD GALLERIES WITH LAUGHTER, TENDERNESS, AND JOY
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My husband and I just celebrated our 10th wedding anniversary, and we’ve been blessed to raise the funniest, cleverest, biggest-hearted 8-year-old there ever was! Together, we love to travel (our hot spots are Hawaii and Disney World), visit the nieces and nephews, or hike with our golden doodle, Billy. I’m an avid reader (any Emily Henry fans out there?), dedicated journaler, and certified crime junkie. I mean, I can never get enough NCIS! But I have a soft side, too! I’m totally counting down the days until season two of Bridgerton.
I’m also a massive fan of sports. Baseball, basketball, football, even golf! I love it all. But not quite as much as I love pickles. They are honestly the best food in the universe, and all my other favorite foods are just vehicles for pickles.
As a solopreneur, wife, and mom to a bustling 8-year-old, life can get a little hectic at times. But as someone who’s always been a fan of living life to the absolute fullest, there’s nothing better in the whole world. I can’t wait to share more of myself with you as we begin working together. Let’s talk soon!
BUT IT’S NOT ALL WORK, WORK, WORK AROUND HERE!
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Your kids real personalities shine!
I always laugh when:
J. Crew for family outfits!
I love to shop at:
Snuggles + kisses
My favorite session details are:
A big family hug!!
Squish those babies!
My favorite photo to take:
Come prepared + leave early!
My top session tip is:
Iced Coffee +snacks!
I never leave for a session without:
POP QUIZ
My wedding day favorites
Family Session favorites
