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Welcome to my little slice of the world. 
A place where I get to share my current work, stories of adventures & even more! so make sure to check back often and watch for updates on the newsletter for new posts!

-Ashley

Welcome to my little slice of the world. 
A place where I get to share my current work, stories of adventures & even more! so make sure to check back often and watch for updates on the newsletter for new posts!

-Ashley

Your little one is growing like a weed already! It always goes by way too fast. Your first year with your little one is going to feel like it passed in the blink of an eye. Booking your milestone session is definitely going to help cement these moments in time. I know you’re working out […]

Milestone session planning guide

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Now that your session is booked & you’re on the cusp of welcoming your brand new babe in to the world. It’s such an exciting time for your family! I know you are working on putting together the last details of the nursery, getting the start of the baby clothes washed, & the last of […]

What to wear to your newborn session

Michigan Family Photographer

You booked your session & you’re almost ready to rock your photos. However, you’re now asking yourself what the heck do I actually need to bring with me when I come? It is a simple answer, not much! What I tell my clients less is always more for sessions. While time of the year is […]

The Family Session Checklist

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I am so excited to welcome you into the studio. I know you are either excited because your little one hasn’t arrived yet, or you’re missing a little more sleep now that they have. Either way I promise you this newborn session is going to be one you won’t ever forget. Your little one will […]

SMP Studio Newborn Session Guide

This session is about to be a blast! I am so excited for your growing family! While I know you’re likely not feeling like yourself, some days a little miserable, know you look absolutely BEAUTIFUL! You’re doing hard work growing that gorgeous little one you are about to welcome to the world! There is truly […]

Maternity session outfits dos & don’ts

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You finally bit the bullet & booked your family session! Woohoo! You should know while you’re thinking about outfits, I am doing a happy dance of excitement to get to capture y’all! So what now, you have the session booked, started to plan outfits, but got overwhelmed or maybe decided to leave it to the last minute? My hope is we can help you find some great options, toss the stress out the window & come ready to kill it for your photos. So here are 10 tips to help get you there!

10 Tips For Choosing Outfits For Your Family Session

Whether you’re deciding to cut your guest list because or your venue maximum. Maybe your budget doesn’t allow for a 250 person wedding, your budget is smaller or your wedding has been impacted by a global pandemic. Are you worried you may hurt peoples feelings or you will later regret not inviting someone? You are […]

How to: Cut your guest list with no drama

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You have outfits mostly picked out, you know where you’re headed & you’re feeing pretty confident about how your engagement session is about to go. You’re basically gonna rock it. Well sometimes there are the minor details you might not think about! After five years of capturing families & couples there are some items that […]

8 engagement session prep tips!

I can’t deny that I am 100% on board with all my gorgeous clients including their fur babies in their photos! I am all for the pets in sessions y’all! I know dogs can be a little crazy & it means extra time spent herding BUT it is so worth it! However it comes with […]

5 Tips to include your dog in your outdoor session