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Welcome to Ashly Photography!  I proudly serve the Texarkana and surrounding areas with custom portrait photography.  Be sure to visit this site often as you will find sneak peeks from my most recent sessions and weddings, as well as glimpses into my personal life.

I love getting to know my clients and having a good time during their session.  Enjoy your visit and be sure to leave a comment if you see something you like!

Ashly

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slideshows

June 17th, 2009

It’s been quite a while since I posted a slideshow. I decided to make one using Mr. L’s proofs (he’s the little guy in my previous post).

I wish I could explain how amazing these slideshows are when you order one from me (this online preview just doesn’t do it justice). The quality is amazing (DVD quality) and there is nothing like seeing your images as big as your tv screen, set to music! Contact me today to have your session made into a slideshow!


Mr. L - Happy 1 year birthday…a week early - texarkana children photographer

June 11th, 2009

I met this little guy over at his house for his session. Since he’s not quite walking yet, crawling around his own turf seemed like the best idea. I love sessions like this because kids normally feel most comfortable around their own things…which allows me to capture their personality in the truest form. He did do something that his mom said he never does…eating leaves. Every time he saw one, in his mouth it went. Of course that’s pretty consistent with being 1 year old too! Happy Birthday Mr. L!!!


Happy 3rd birthday Mr. C!!!! - texarkana childrens photographer

June 7th, 2009

Mr. C’s 3rd birthday was actually the day we had his session! He was fun to work with because he already has a touch of how most guys feel about having their picture taken - 5 minutes is enough! He was in good spirits the whole time, but he had a knack for turning his back to me as soon as I would get in position (and being almost 6 months pregnant, that required a little more work than normal). The real treat for me was watching his mom do all she could to get him to look at me. That was entertainment…but hey, we do what we have to do! I love all the different facial expressions he gave me. Enjoy the sneak peek!!!


Miss R. 8 days old - texarkana newborn photographer

June 6th, 2009

What a sweetheart! I was lucky enough to photograph miss R. at 8 days old. This little girl did not want to miss out on the action. After keeping her parents awake the night before, she actually tried to stay awake during our session too! I know she had to be tired. Luckily she did settle down long enough for me to get a few precious sleeping pictures. You may be seeing her again on here, I planned to get a few pictures of her and her big sister…but she was just too tired after her own session to include anybody else (plus I think mom and dad were hoping for a nap too). If I do I’ll be sure to post them here!


Festival String Quartet - shreveport musician photographer

June 2nd, 2009

Anybody that follows my work will recognize this group from last year. I was honored to be asked to photograph them again this year. They are such a fun group to work with! Thanks guys for working with me on different locations. It’s not easy lugging those instruments around while in full performance dress in 90 degree weather! Thanks again for allowing me to photograph your group!


…and baby will make 4! - texarkana maternity photographer

May 30th, 2009

I have had the pleasure of taking this family’s pictures since C. was 1 year old. He’s almost 3 and will be a big brother in about 6 weeks! That’s right, Miss S. is due in 6 weeks!!! They are SO excited! She is the answer to many prayers and will help make this family complete. Enjoy the sneak peek…


June Special!!

May 29th, 2009

It’s time for another special! These can be used for all of my sessions - maternity, newborn, children, family, couples, etc. I’m also looking for more newborns - contact me about a free session!! Check out the details below and let me know if you are interested or have any questions!!
Be on the lookout for new sneak peeks - a maternity session tomorrow, a string quartet on Monday and hopefully a newborn session in the next few days!!


Moi…

May 21st, 2009

I wanted to share a picture of little old me…and my 21 week belly. We are still doing well and baby Sam is growing everyday. By the way, be on the lookout for another fresh faces campaign! Now that I’m past the tired part of my pregnancy I’m ready to get back out there and get busy again. Stay tuned…


Announcement!!!

April 22nd, 2009

For those of you who don’t know already…we are having another baby!!! We found out this Monday (April 20th) that we are having a baby boy!! Everything about him looked healthy on the u/s and we are so blessed to have that good report. I was so tired in the beginning, but my energy is starting to come back and so is my appetite! Baby boy is due October 2, 2009. June will be the last month I photograph weddings until after the baby comes. I love getting on the floor and moving around quickly during a wedding and a big belly plus my grace (or lack of!) woudn’t work well after June. I will continue with family/newborn/children sessions up until I just can’t do it anymore. I still want to add more newborns to my galleries…give me a call or email, I may make an offer you can’t refuse!!

Here’s a few pictures of our little boy…


the Shelby girls - Texarkana children photographer

April 22nd, 2009

I went to visit my roommate from college (Fork ‘Em Demons!!) in OK a few weeks ago and we had an impromtu session. I love when kids aren’t stiff in front of the camera and just act like kids!! Enjoy! (and no the oldest girls aren’t twins…their mom gets that question all the time) :)