Our 2015 family photo shoot with Ashley Blake was the best overall experience we have had with a photographer, and very reasonably priced.
The way she consulted on our wardrobe, setup the shots, and brought out the smiles in my kids helped create moments we wanted to remember! She was prepared, full of energy, and on time to our appointment which made a difference in getting the most out of the shoot. Usually with photographers, we have had to do most of the work getting our kids engaged, but not this time. It was like the session just flowed naturally, nobody got frustrated, and even my kids had a good time! That never happens with family photos. My parents also arrived for dinner before the shoot was over, and Ashley invited them to join in, and then took some shots of just them together. Totally unexpected and generous, especially for my parents who otherwise wouldn't sign up to get pictures taken.
Then to top it off, all the photos were high quality (good lighting and composition), and available TWO DAYS after the shoot! I would recommend Ashley for weddings, engagement sessions, family shoots, holiday sessions, and any other opportunity for pictures life brings your way. She is the best!
Ashley has taken our family pictures for years. She is not only amazing with my kids, but somehow she makes being in front of the camera comfortable and not akward. I have to say she is more than a photographer She is a true artist! I sometimes just go to her blog to look at the beautiful pictures of people's weddings.