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Yay! You’re planning a Yosemite elopement in 2024 or beyond. Yosemite is one of my absolute favorite places for outdoorsy, nature-loving couples to elope. The weather is beautiful, there are some fantastic elopement locations within the park, and it can be as high-end or as budget-friendly as you’d prefer. If you want to learn all […]

December 8, 2023

Erika and Kevin’s San Simeon engagement photos were incredible! San Simeon is another one of my favorite locations for engagement photos – probably right behind Yosemite National Park and Santa Cruz. I spent several incredible day trips here through my early college years because it’s the perfect beach. It has the crisp, sandy shores and […]

July 22, 2022

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Pregnancy Announcement at Millerton Lake I recently had the incredible pleasure of photographing a mini session for some dear friends’ pregnancy announcements at Millerton Lake. As their excitement radiated through every shot, I couldn’t help but feel overjoyed to be a part of their journey into parenthood. Mini sessions have a unique charm. They allow […]

October 6, 2024

Yosemite Maternity Photos This fall, I enjoyed capturing the maternity photos of our dear friends, Gabrielle and Jordan, at Yosemite National Park. The awe-inspiring vistas, towering sequoias, and tranquil scenery provided an idyllic backdrop for celebrating this remarkable chapter in their lives. These photos radiate with the joy and anticipation that mark the imminent arrival […]

October 6, 2024

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Backyard Wedding in Clovis Imagine this: a love story straight out of a romantic movie, unfolding in a backyard filled with charm and love. That’s exactly what happened at Alene and Nicholas’s backyard wedding in Clovis. This was my first wedding, returning from maternity leave, and I couldn’t have asked for a better return. Alene […]

September 28, 2024

Building Your Wedding Timeline Congratulations on your upcoming wedding! Building a wedding timeline is an essential part of the process as you begin to plan your special day. A meticulously planned timeline can serve as the backbone of your wedding day, ensuring that everything unfolds seamlessly and allowing you the space to savor every moment […]

September 19, 2024

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El Centro Engagement Photos by San Diego Engagement sessions are more than just a collection of pretty photos. They capture the essence of a couple’s love, story, and anticipation of their impending union. One such beautiful love story unfolded during Jess and Robert’s engagement session near San Diego. I had the pleasure of capturing the […]

September 15, 2024

Bass Lake Extended Family Photos I had the pleasure of photographing the Moore family during their extended family session at The Pines at Bass Lake. I’ve captured multiple weddings and an engagement session at The Pines. This particular experience was my first time shooting an extended family photo session at the beautiful venue! The backdrop […]

September 1, 2024

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As you embark on the incredible journey of planning your wedding day, there’s one aspect that holds immense importance: the hours of wedding photography coverage. The memories made on your special day are priceless! It’s crucial to find the right amount of time to capture every precious moment. However, as most couples discover when they […]

August 23, 2024

Madera Newborn Lifestyle Photos Capturing the essence of new beginnings is one of the most rewarding aspects of my job as a photographer. Especially when working with families as sweet, genuine, and kind-hearted as Kelli and Steven’s. From their announcement photos to maternity sessions, family portraits, and now Kelli’s second newborn session, it has been […]

July 28, 2024

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Moravia Wines Wedding Heidi and Tyler’s Moravia Wines wedding was a special day indeed. Although I couldn’t personally capture their wedding due to my maternity leave, I made sure to hire an exceptional associate who could flawlessly document their special day. Heidi and Tyler’s love story began on a digital platform — Hinge, to be […]

July 20, 2024

Guide to Shooting Using Kelvin Temperature When it comes to photography, the ability to accurately capture the true essence of a scene’s color temperature is crucial. This is where understanding and utilizing the Kelvin temperature scale for white balance settings comes into play. Understanding Kelvin Temperature In photography, the Kelvin scale is used as a […]

July 1, 2024

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Fueled by equal parts lemonade and passion, I spend my days capturing the kinds of images that make you stop, smile and ask time to please slow down. Your story, your love, is beautiful and I can't wait to capture it in images you will treasure for years to come. 

I believe in real moments and heartfelt conversations on the front porch. In the kinds of images that remind you of the joy that can be found in the simplest of moments together. 

FRESNO WEDDING & PORTRAIT PHOTOGRAPHER FOR PEOPLE WHO BELIEVES LOVE SHOULD ALWAYS BE CELEBRATED

I'm Ashley

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