photographing life as you live it
hi, I’m Ashley
a proud mama to my sweet babies, Mia and Milo; happily married to my best friend, Ryan.
When I’m not behind the camera, you’ll find me in our backyard garden, pushing Mia on the swing,
or indulging in my favorite pastime: eating pizza!
As a passionate photographer, I’m dedicated to capturing life’s most beautiful and fleeting moments. I believe in the power of storytelling and love using my lens to bring those stories to life.
My story and my love for photography—starts with someone very special.
My love for photography began on a life-changing trip to Africa with my late Nana. Her adventurous spirit inspired me to see the world differently, and with a camera in hand. That trip showed me how powerful a photograph could be—it freezes time, tells a story, and preserves beauty in a way words often cannot.
What people say
Ashley has always captured the true essence of our crazy, kid-filled family. She is so loving and kind, and somehow manages to get genuine shots even in the chaos of young boys. Her patience and talent truly shine through ever photo.
Wingate family
Ashley is such a unique staple in the photography world. She can find the beauty in any location and is versatile from woods to the streets of downtown. She makes you feel comfortable with prompts that glide you into natural poses throughout your session and makes it fun for kids of all ages. We are thrilled to have found her to capture our family through the years.
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Type of work
ashleygradyanphoto@gmail.com
My number one goal is to make your session fun, laid back, and easy. I have a super laid back relaxed approach to capturing your images. I want you to feel like we are just hanging out, chatting and having a good time. During our time expect candid storytelling images and at the same time giving you 100% direction on how to create real authentic genuine moments that scream "you." Zero awkward posing, zero thinking or worrying about what you need to do...just being.
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