Families by Ashley – Maternity Motherhood Family and Newborn Photographer in Toronto and Durham Region – Oshawa, Pickering, Ajax, Bowmanville, Whitby, Couritce.
Toronto and Durham Region Family, Maternity, Motherhood, Newborn Photographer. Emotive, artful and timeless–my photography is an heirloom, preserving the beauty of motherhood and family in its most honest form.
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Ashley Taylor Allen – Families by Ashley – Toronto and Durham Region Motherhood Family Newborn Maternity Photographer

I’m Ashley Taylor Allen—a photographer, storyteller, and mother, living in Oshawa with my fiancé, two little ones, and a deep love for nostalgia.

My work is rooted in the quiet beauty of motherhood and family, blending editorial storytelling with organic, emotive moments. I don’t just take photos—I create heirlooms that feel like memories already, timeless and filled with feeling.

If you’re drawn to imagery that’s more than just a photograph, but a piece of art to hold onto, we might be the perfect fit.

how I work

A session with me is slow, intentional, and rooted in ease. Think of it more like a quiet afternoon together than a photo shoot. I’ll guide you just enough to help you feel comfortable, then step back to let your family’s rhythm take the lead.

My approach is gentle but artful—
blending editorial composition with emotional honesty. I’m drawn to the in-between moments: the way your baby reaches for your hand, the laughter you weren’t expecting,
the softness of simply being together.

Whether your little ones are calm or full of energy, we’ll follow their flow—because that’s where the magic lives.

These are the moments that become heirlooms.
It’s honest, a little wild, and full of feeling.
The kind of images you’ll look back on and feel all over again.

Whether you’re ready to book or just beginning to dream about your session, I’d love to connect. Together, we’ll create something timeless—artful, emotive, and uniquely yours.

  • We had the pleasure of having Ashley photograph our family. The photos turned out absolutely stunning and she provided a warm and comfortable atmosphere while capturing our forever memories. Families by Ashley is our number one choice for family photography and I highly recommend !

    - Shelby B

  • We were absolutely delighted with our experience of getting family photos done by Ashely. Not only did she capture our family perfectly, she put all of us at ease. There was no forced feelings, poses or pressure, it was just pure fun and enjoyment while she captured us in our home with our daughters. I’m so thankful to have these cherished memories of our girls at these young ages captured for us to look back on in years to come!! The pictures totally capture us in our element. Ashley was a dream to work with and we are so thankful for these timeless photos that will fill up walls and photo albums for years to come ❤️.

    - Hollie C

  • We really loved our experience working with Ashley for our maternity photos! She was very easy to work with, always quick to respond to any questions we had, and allowed us to show her inspiration photos to ensure she understood exactly what we were looking for. During the shoot she made us feel very comfortable, and had great suggestions for how we should interact with each other. She turned around the photos very quickly, and we were very happy with the end result. We definitely wouldn't hesitate to work with her again!

    – Vasyana N

  • My daughter and I had a motherhood shoot done with Ashley. The experience was amazing! Our first ever photos that were done professionally. Ashley came prepared and delivered the photos super quickly! We love how they turned out and definitely would recommend her.

    – Gillian D

  • Ashley is amazing! I had a motherhood session done with her & she was so kind & patient with my daughter through the whole session. Her editing style is SO beautiful & she truly captured the special connection between my daughter & I so effortlessly. She is amazing at her craft. Highly recommend Ashley for any photos you are looking to have done.

    – Claudia D

  • Ashley was so patient and understanding as we captured family shots with two littles! She took her time and got all of the shots I was hoping to capture. Loved how they turned out! Can't wait to use her again!

    – Danielle M

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