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Felt Mansion Wedding | Saugatuck, MI

I’m absolutely thrilled to share Julia and Nick’s Felt Mansion Wedding today! These two went from being college sweethearts to becoming lifelong partners. Their wedding at the dreamy Felt Estate in Michigan was an enchanting day filled with so much beauty! Imagine this: college starts, and bam! Julia and Nick cross paths on day ONE. […]

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Summer Wedding at Venue One Eleven | Travis and Katelyn

This summer wedding at Venue One Eleven is everything Katelyn and Travis dreamed of! Their June 18th, 2022 wedding was sunny, warm, and absolutely stunning. Surrounded by their family and friends, Kate and Travis tied the knot in the most beautiful courtyard. Their officiant kept the ceremony fun with little quips about sports. The whole […]

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Newborn

Lifestyle Newborn Photo Tips | Ann Arbor Newborn Photographer

As an Ann Arbor Portrait Photographer, lifestyle newborn photos are some of my favorites to capture. There is something about a new baby and the fresh dynamics of the family that pulls my heartstrings every time. I still remember the first days and weeks after bringing my children home as newborns. From the sleepless nights […]

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Bridal Education

5 Questions to Ask When Choosing a Wedding Photographer

First of all, CONGRATULATIONS!! You’re engaged! Now the dust has settled, you’ve announced your engagement, and shared all the beautiful bling shots on social media, and the realization is setting in that you have a lot of work ahead of you! As a Michigan wedding photographer, it is my belief that after choosing your date […]

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Couple kissing in a rose garden at the Eleanor and Edsel Ford House rose garden amongst yellow roses with filtered sunlight behind them.

Engagement

Fall Ford House Engagement | Grosse Pointe Shores, MI

As a Metro Detroit engagement photographer, I’ve explored endless charming locations for photo sessions and met countless incredible couples. Sometimes the locations are the standout of a session, and sometimes coupleseasily steal the spotlight away from a beautiful backdrop. But every now and then, a location and acouple fit together so flawlessly that it feels […]

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Romantic Photos at Meadowbrook Hall

These beautiful and romantic photos taken at Meadowbrook Hall are some of my favorites EVER. From the ethereal dresses, to the beautiful tablescapes, every last detail was gorgeous.  Meadowbrook Hall is one of my favorite venues, its historic charm and beauty is unrivaled. There is another personal reason why I love the location. When I […]

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A Sunny Summer Wedding | Mt. Pleasant, Michigan

I am so excited to be sharing some of my favorite photos from Haley and Jared’s sunny summer wedding a few weeks ago. When Haley reached out to me about photographing her wedding, we set up a phone call to go over any questions she may have before booking. We ended up chatting for quite […]

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Sunny and Romantic Wedding Photos

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Sunny and Romantic Wedding at Brick Walker Tavern | Brooklyn, MI

I was so excited to capture Briana and Brent’s sunny and romantic wedding at the Brick Walker Tavern in Brooklyn, MI. When I first met them a few months ago, at their winter engagement session – I just knew that they were going to have a beautiful wedding day. Bri had so many ideas for […]

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Intimate Wedding at Mill Race Historical Village | Northville, MI

Jessie and Tim are FINALLY married!! After already planning their wedding once for the summer of 2020, they had to start from scratch with the wedding planning process for a new date because of Covid. They decided on an intimate wedding at Mill Race Historical Village in Northville. I am a big believer in everything […]

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Engagement

Beachside Engagement Photos | Monroe, MI

I was so excited to do these beachside engagement photos for Jessie and Tim! We had been planning their session for quite a while. I had been envisioning warm, lakeside photos on the beach. Little did I know, mother nature had other plans (which seems to be what happens in Michigan more often than not […]

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ABOUT Ashley

Ever-focused on capturing timeless and genuine images; found in moments of connection and authenticity. 

I am a born and raised Michigander, and the mitten state will always hold my heart. When I'm not behind the camera, you can find me snuggled up on the couch with a good book or taking leisurely walks down the nearest Main St. in search of the best tacos and margs. As much as I love my work, nothing beats quality time with my loved ones - they're my ultimate inspiration!

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