I had a glorious time celebrating the opening of a beautiful bridal boutique here in Huntsville a few nights ago! It was wonderful to spend the evening with so many local and regional photographer friends, long time pals, and blossoming buddies! You can view a peek into their shop here! Towards the end of 2012, I had the wonderful privilege ...
Words can’t express how full my heart gets when I’m with the folks of White Dresses! Their kind personalities, fun spirits, and vibrant style are addicting! I’m overwhelmed with joy to see another local business open, especially when it directly relates to my own field of work! Kara and Krista approached me a few months ago about photographing some of ...
Combine some of my favorite elements: friends, vintage dresses, fun accessories, and the perfect location during golden hour and voila – one snap happy photog! I loved that Ashley (the beautiful blonde) wanted to surprise her best friend Leah (the radiant brunette) with a “just because” fashion/best friends shoot for her going away gift! In between the sultry stares and ...
I left my first visit to Finery wishing I could get married all over again. Madeline has created a lovely boutique in downtown Huntsville for brides to fall in love with their dream dress. She has romantic and eloquent taste, with a dash of modern and a sprinkle of vintage charm all wrapped up with a fancy bow horseshoe! I ...
Earlier this year I received an exciting phone call from Southern Bride magazine! I almost couldn’t believe my ears when they asked if I would be interested in photographing the fashion spread for their next issue (now on stands)! For a few days in July, my husband (yay for my second shooter being the love of my life) and I ...
Last year I was lucky enough to help shoot the Holiday issue of Stitch Craft Create Magazine. As you can imagine, I got bit by the crafting bug! I’m always so impressed with the creative ideas people dream up! This year I had the most wonderful time photographing their Winter issue, filled with wonderful details for Valentine’s Day! I was ...
Earlier this year my husband and I started attending classes at our neighborhood spot, The Yoga Center. On our days off, it’s relaxing to have a nice walk and a wonderful workout all without leaving our beloved Five Points. Annette is a fabulous teacher (one of many that teach there), and I was thrilled when she asked me to capture ...
Earlier this week I met with the beautiful gals Madeline and Rachel. Both are extremely talented women who are doing wonders for the wedding world, especially here in Huntsville. Madeline has recently opened the doors to her BEAUTIFUL boutique in downtown Huntsville, called Finery. Inside, you can find gorgeous designer dresses, classy lingerie, and stunning accessories. Even though I was ...
Exactly one week ago Andy and I took a field trip to Nashville to see Black Lips live at Third Man Records (in which they will make into a vinyl album). As an added bonus, our friend Brent extended a gracious offer to give us a tour of United Record Pressing! It was better than being a kid in a ...
Since the Holidays are now upon us, I thought this would be the perfect time to share a shoot I did for the Stitch Craft Create premiere issue! The magazine is FULL of wonderful and creative Holiday crafts that are sure to bring some cheer to your home. One of my favorite things about this shoot? It took place in ...
Last week we were not only lucky enough to meet Grace and Amy of Design*Sponge, but also to capture the book signing! I (Ashley) have been a loooooooong time reader, so this was like a dream come true! We enjoyed a craft demo from the book, and had fun meeting the folks that came to the signing. A local artist, ...
YOU GUYS! Perhaps you’ve already seen it on facebook, or you’ve already read the newspaper article (here’s an online version)…or if this is totally new to you – get ready! When Noel wants to push the envelope with her career, she goes above and beyond. She’s an artist, and hair is her medium. This time was no exception with the ...
Last year I met the (deliciously) creative masterminds behind Watercress restaurant on several occasions: head shots, food shots, and to capture their grand opening. I have to admit my favorite thing to shoot was the food – mainly because I got to sample everything after it was photographed! My mouth is watering just thinking about it! Of course it was ...
It’s one thing to capture the merging of two love birds, or the growth of a family…but it’s an entirely different world beyond the laboratory doors. I had the privilege of shadowing the scientists of Conversant Bio at work. Instead of an exchange of rings, I focused on the “feeding” of cells. It was surreal to witness first hand such ...
It’s no secret that I love photographing interiors. From the documentation of the restoration of my own home, to some of my favorite spaces of Huntsville, I’m a sucker for capturing a striking room. When Troy and Rhonda contacted me about using some of my general shots of our beloved neighborhood (Five Points) to feature inside of their new restaurant, ...
On January 29th, 2011 Huntsville celebrated the first ever Hi-Fi Weddings Fest! I hope this is the first of many, as I met some incredible people who are looking to offer something totally unique to help couples throw a fabulous wedding. The fest was complete with over 30 like-minded vendors, a vintage fashion show, handmade wedding dresses, cakes, cupcakes, live ...
Anthropologie, eat your heart out! Have you heard of Huntsville’s newest and cutest shop, The Switch House? It’s basically the most perfect place in the city. Imagine walking in Etsy in REAL LIFE, and then you might get close to what The Switch House is like. To top it off, everything is local and organically made. From candles, to bath ...