the experience
I find it such a joy to work with my clients and get a small glimpse into their world. I understand how sweet and precious these moments are with your loved ones, and I am honored to bless you with an enduring gift.
Upon booking, we will connect and start our journey together. I will collaborate with you prior to the shoot to understand exactly what you want to get out of your photos, and then create an individualized experience to deliver a beautiful, timeless product that you can cherish forever.
The bulk of my work and creativity comes after the photo shoot where I enhance and edit each photo individually, ensuring that your moments are captured in their most beautiful form. Within a couple of days, you can expect a small glimpse of the photo shoot, stirring your excitement to see more.
Once you receive your photos, I walk with you through the process of choosing how you want to display and showcase your loved ones. I have thoughtfully curated a set of unique and professionally printed products that are designed to replicate the detail, color, and composition of your high-quality photos. Your photos tell the unique story of a fleeting moment in time, and I believe that you should keep these moments in a form that can be passed down and shared for years to come.
natural light photography designed to capture your memories for a lifetime
sessions for every season of life
your session gives a free session to a family in need
While the sessions below are my most popular, I do offer customizable sessions for many special occasions in your life. If you have a special request, please use the contact form so that we can get connected.
By purchasing a session, you are assisting in giving a photography session to a family in need. My desire is to ensure that everyone has an opportunity to have beautiful, high quality photos captured of their family.
Please use the contact form or email me at ashleymcdonnellphotography@gmail.com if you are interested in applying for a free family photo session.
Photo session
This session includes 60 minutes of coverage at a mutually agreed upon location. You you will receive 40+ edited images along with a print release. Additional cost for groups with more than five people.
*For every 5 sessions purchased, one session is given to a family in need.
Senior Photo session
This session includes 60 to 90 minutes of coverage at a mutually agreed upon location. This also include 3-4 outfit changes. You will receive 40+ edited images along with a print release.
investment begins at $500
investment begins at $600
what clients are saying
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"Ashley is an absolute delight to work with! Her patience and kindness were evident throughout the session, and she managed to capture our family's silly, fun, and chaotic point in life so well. We highly recommend Ashley's work and applaud her generosity in donating sessions to local families in need. We will cherish our beautiful memories and continue to use Ashley for our family's photos for years to come!"
sara north
"Ashley took photos for our family two different times, and we had such wonderful experiences! She is so professional and very good with kids. She took our newborn's photos and they are amazing. I couldn't believe how well they turned out. Ashley is always sure to ask what we are wanting out of the shoot, but she also helps by offering up wonderful ideas. She made us feel so comfortable and we love the photos that she took. I definitely recommend Ashley if you're looking for a photographer!"
Annie walker
"Ashley took newborn photos of our second child and a family session as well. She is extremely patient and her joy is infectious! I was worried about doing pictures with little ones, but she knows all the tricks and made it a fun experience for everyone. Thank you so much for capturing beautiful memories that we will treasure forever!"
emily snyder
"Ashley took my engagement photos last Fall up in Woodstock, VT, and she did an incredible job! Her prices were reasonable, and the quality of her work was impressive. We were so thrilled with all of the photos when they came back. She has an eye for capturing special moments and that unique talent that only extraordinary photographers possess. I'd highly recommend trying her out for your portrait, family, engagement or other occasion photos!"
Kate Matteson
"We had a great time with Ashley. She is very professional, patient, and knows how to deal with energetic kids. She is very good at color, balance, and the lighting. We love every picture she took and it is such a pleasant experience to take photos with her. Can't wait for our next family photos with Ashley. She captures beautiful moments of us!"
