"MAY YOU ALWAYS BE THE ONE WHO NOTICES THE LITTLE THINGS THAT MAKE THE LIGHT POUR THROUGH, AND MAY THEY ALWAYS REMIND YOU: THERE IS MORE TO LIFE AND THERE IS MORE TO YOU." - MORGAN HARPER NICHOLS
Welcome to my little corner of the world -- I highly encourage you to show up as you are, no pressure, no expectations. We are all friends here.
I’m Ashley - heart, soul and creative director of Ashley Kristen Photography. Born and raised in Bucks County, and educated in Lehigh County, I'm now a Montgomery County transplant. A few nights a week (or sometimes month), I dawn my navy blue scrubs and dive into the compassionate world of cardiac nursing. But most days, my focus is centered on nurturing relationships and documenting life's most beautiful moments for the amazing authentic couples and families who grace my path.
As a full-time lifestyle and wedding photographer, I have the privilege of inviting you to show up as you are, in whatever season you're in, and help preserve your most precious memories and tell your love stories. From intimate elopements to grand celebrations to welcoming your newborn baby home to watching your littles grow into their big personalities, I approach each shoot a hopeless romantic heart a full of genuine excitement.
Through my work, I aim not just to take photographs, but to craft visual narratives that resonate deeply with my clients – capturing raw emotions, fleeting moments, and the essence of each unique journey. Your story is unique, and I’m honored to be the one entrusted with preserving its magic for generations to come.
Every facet of my life fuels my creativity and shapes my perspective, enriching the depth of my photographic storytelling. Beyond the camera and outside of scrubs, I'm in my bride era, a very proud dog mom, amateur bartender, and doting aunt. You're sure to find me in black leggings or ripped jeans with a iced latte in hand, trying to book a flight or roadtrip somewhere new if I have the time. I am eager to share my passions and I'm even more interested in yours!
So, whether you’re planning the wedding of your dreams, embarking on a new chapter of life, or simply craving a visual adventure, I invite you to join me on this exhilarating journey. Let’s create something beautiful together.
photographer. nurse. fiance. dog mom. aunt. ameteur bartender.
photographer. nurse. fiance. dog mom. aunt. ameteur bartender.
Behind the Lens
ready to be friends?! let's chat.
xo AShley
...aka my children. Diesel & Zoe. The biggest, snuggliest, paper weights you'll ever met and the two worst bed hogs in the entire world. I'm obssessed with them...and I'm sure to be equally in love with your furbabies as well.
PS: Your four-legged family members are ALWAYS welcome to sessions.
my dogs
I love to travel -- capturing my trips in photographs and framing them on the walls of my apartment was where my journey with my camera started. And I adore discovering new places - rarely have I intentionally visited somewhere twice.
The only exception -- Seattle and the surrounding GORGEOUSNESS.
Mount Rainier has my heart and I don't need much encouragement to hop on a plane and visit. You ask, I'll be there.
the west coast (specifically the pnw)
My future hubby and I have a standing date night every week. Same day, relatively same time, and same place. One night for us to truly spend time, just us, and catch up on all the things without the hassle of cooking, cleaning the dishes, and the distraction of the long list of TV shows to be caught up on. I It was his idea (he's very proud of that) and it's been 2+ years -- and honestly, I feel a little off on the rare occasions we have to skip.
