Iā€™m Ashley, a family and motherhood photographer based in Oshawa.

Life with my partner Mitch and our two little ones is equal parts chaos and beauty, and thatā€™s what inspires me! My work is about turning your everyday love into timeless heirlooms youā€™ll hold onto for generations.

OSHAWA FILM INSPIRED FAMILY ANDMOTHERHOOD PHOTOGRAPHER

MY WHY

These days, my life is deeply rooted in motherhood and the beauty of home life, and it influences everything I create. Like so many mothers, I get caught up in the routines and the never-ending list of things to do, and I sometimes forget to pause and realize that Iā€™m living the life I once dreamed about.

Motherhood is such a tricky seasonā€¦ youā€™re always waiting for it to get easier, while at the same time knowing these days wonā€™t last forever. That tension is what inspires my work.

In every session I do, the mother is always the star. She deserves to feel seen and beautiful in the world sheā€™s created.

My sessions are intentionally relaxed and unhurried. What matters most to me is creating an environment where everyone especially the mother can simply be themselves.

This work is part art, part memory, and completely personal. Iā€™m so glad youā€™re here, and if I get the chance to tell your story it will be an honour.

THE CREATIVE PATH THAT BROUGHT ME HERE

Iā€™ve worn many hats over the past decadeā€”photographer, graphic designer, and art director. But storytelling has always been the thread that ties everything together.

I began documenting everyday moments with my camera as a child, while also exploring creativity through Photoshop. That passion led me to study graphic design and art direction, where I learned how to channel my creativity into a career. After graduating, I spent more than 10 years in the industry as a commercial product and lifestyle photographer, planning, shooting and editing professional photo shoots for Spin Master. I worked closely with babies, children, and families throughout my time thereā€”long before I had children of my own. That path eventually led me into art direction, where I could combine all of my creative strengths.

Currently, Iā€™m grateful to be focusing on my own photography, as well as the business I co-own with my partner and fiancĆ©, Mitch The Photo Bus Booth (we love anything nostalgic and Volkswagen!).

Though the thick of motherhood has put some hobbies on the back burner, I still love cooking and baking, thrifting vintage home dƩcor and clothing, crafting, fitness and nutrition and of course, simply spending time with my family and pets at home.

Below is a little glimpse into the last few years of our lives.

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A woman with long hair, wearing a beret and a scarf, stands outdoors holding a coffee cup. She has a nose ring and is dressed warmly.
Two young children playing inside empty cardboard boxes on a tiled floor.
A woman with shoulder-length hair, dressed in a white tank top and pajama pants, is standing on a lawn holding her pregnant belly, with a wooden fence and trees in the background.
A woman with sunglasses and a cap holding a baby with a hat, outdoors on a sunny day with trees and grass in the background.
A baby taking steps with assistance from an adult, holding a pink flower plant, on a wooden floor.
A woman wearing a beanie and overalls is sitting on a wooden floor, playing with a puppy bulldog.
A sleeping baby with a pacifier lying on a blue blanket, wearing a colorful t-shirt with a jungle theme.
A young boy swimming in a backyard pool with a smile, splashing water and enjoying the outdoors, with a house and outdoor furniture in the background.
Side-by-side black and white photos of a toddler girl in a dress outdoors, sitting on a blanket near a wooden fence with trees in the background. In the left photo, she is smiling and touching her cheek, looking up. In the right photo, she is looking
A young boy with short brown hair, shirtless and wearing green patterned shorts, is playing and smiling on a trampoline outdoors during daytime, surrounded by trees and a safety net.
A woman lying on a bed, smiling, with a baby resting on her. The woman has short hair, a nose piercing, and is wearing a striped top. The baby is wrapped in a patterned blanket and gazing at the camera.
A woman and a young boy playing and laughing in the snow outdoors, with snow-covered trees in the background.
A man and woman taking a selfie together, smiling at the camera. The man is wearing a white shirt, black jacket, and red bow tie with white patterns. The woman has long wavy brown hair, wearing a green top, and has a tattoo on her arm.
A man and a young girl sitting in a red toy car outdoors near lush green bushes.
Two young children playing with toy cars and a train set on a carpeted floor in a living room, with a couch and window in the background.
Two children playing on a trampoline at night with trees in the background.
Family of four laughing and playing on a brown leather couch in a living room, with a colorful painting on the wall behind them and two beige lamps on each side.
A woman with brown hair and a baby with light brown hair sitting outdoors. The woman is smiling and wearing a tan dress with black straps and gold hoop earrings. The baby is dressed in a sailor-themed outfit with a striped bow tie and is making a cur
A young girl with a happy expression holding an ice cream cone, standing by a window with a stuffed doll and toys nearby.
A young child crying and reaching up, holding onto a wooden chair in a dining area with tiled floor.
Two young children, one with short hair and one with lighter hair, are sitting on the grass outdoors, hugging and sharing a kiss.
A woman with dark hair and bangs laughing while holding a young boy with light brown hair on her shoulders, both smiling and enjoying a joyful moment in a cozy living room.

If you think Iā€™m the right fit to tell your story, I would absolutely love to hear from you

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