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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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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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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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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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Family

Sunrise family photos | Milford, MI

I had so much fun catching up with this sweet family and doing some early morning sunrise photos for them! The last time I saw little Flynn, he was only about four months old. Seeing his personality, and watching him walk around all by himself was such a joy. He is just the cutest, and […]

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Kevin + Isabella | A Boho Style Backyard Wedding

When Isabella contacted me about shooting her boho style backyard wedding, I was SO excited! As much as I hate how Covid has forced couples to rearrange all of their wedding plans, ONE small perk has been the increase in backyard celebrations. I love the intimate feel of these weddings, and this one did not […]

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Intimate Backyard Wedding with Samantha and Evan | Milford, MI

I was so honored and excited to shoot this intimate backyard wedding for Samantha and Evan! Their ceremony was originally scheduled for May, with the big ceremony/reception to follow in the Dominican Republic in December. But due to Covid-19, they had to reschedule the ceremony portion to July 18th. My heart aches for the couples […]

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milford michigan lifestyle newborn photographs

Newborn

Lily Eleanor | A Lifestyle Newborn Session

This lifestyle newborn session was so refreshing and sweet. Lily has the cutest navy and coral nursery, and her family is absolutely smitten with her!

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Howell Mi photography. A beautiful park setting engagement photo session of a family after a surprise proposal.

Engagement

A Surprise Proposal | Jason + Tori

Jason knocked it out of the park with his surprise proposal on the most beautiful, sunny day! She never saw it coming! Jason and Tori are friends of ours, and they arrived under the premise that we were just having a normal get together. Tori thought that we would be taking photos of the kids […]

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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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