the
experience

So, what’s it like to have me with you on the day?

Your wedding isn’t a photoshoot and shouldn’t feel like it is. It’s a day full of real emotions, real people and real connections.

My goal is to capture all of this and more. I want your photos to reflect what your day really feels like. When you look back on them you’ll remember what you were thinking or feeling in a moment. The way he glanced at you during speeches… that sparkle in her eye… the anticipation right before walking down your aisle. So I’m not a silent observer. I’ll be part of your celebrations, blending with your guests to capture the good times, and moments big, small, quiet, exciting, fleeting and beautiful.

Most of the time you'll forget I'm there. I'm a relaxed, easy-going person and my approach to photographing your wedding is calming and lighthearted. I’ll give you some gentle direction and support when you need it, and we’ll embrace who you really are as a couple.

  
    At the end of our time together you will have a collection of honest, intimate and beautiful images that tell the story of your day. Something you can treasure and share with friends and family for generations.
  

Frequently Asked
Questions

Where are you?

I live in Brisbane, Australia. I love to travel and regularly roam countrywide and internationally to photograph weddings. Chat to me about your plans and ask me about my special rates for destination weddings.

What is it like to work with you?

It's effortless. What I hear most from my couples is that our time together was relaxed, fun and special. We keep things short and sweet, and there tends to be a lot of laughter. Sometimes happy tears when things get real. I'll always give you gentle direction if needed.

How much?

Wedding coverage starts at $4000 for six hours and is $5200 for up to 10 hours. Elopements start at $2400. I can also tailor a package to suit your exact needs. So get in touch with me here, tell me about yourselves and your plans so I can send you all the details.

How long do we wait for photos?

You'll have a private sneak peek of 5-10 photos (or an extended gallery for full day weddings) the week following your wedding. Your full collection of high resolution photos will be available 6-8 weeks after your wedding as a beautiful, password protected online gallery. Ready to download and perfect for sharing with friends and family. Portrait sessions usually take a little less time at 4 weeks.

Can we meet you?

Absolutely, let's meet over a coffee (or wine), or video, chat details and get to know each other. I'd love to find out all about you and what is most important to you about your wedding and photography. I also offer consultation and advice on your wedding day timeline, photo locations and lighting. If you're based interstate or overseas that's fine too, we can connect over video chat.

Do you photograph LGBTQ+ weddings?

Of course! I’m fully supportive of all people, and love in all it’s forms. I strongly believe everyone should be free to legally marry their favourite person.

Do you photograph elopements?

Oh yes, I love elopements! There's something so special and intimate about exchanging vows in secret or with your best friends witnessing. Chat with me about your plans and destination.

We’re nervous about having our photos taken!

There's nothing to be nervous about, I promise. For most of your day I’ll blend in, I’ll be like an extra friend you didn’t know you had. Portrait sessions are very relaxed, full of laughter, real personality and genuine emotion. We’ll make some beautiful, creative images together and have fun while we do.

Do we need a second photographer?

Most weddings I shoot on my own, I love it that way and will confidently capture everything you need. Though for weddings with 150 guests or more, or if you're getting ready in locations 20 minutes drive or more apart, a second photographer is recommended and I'll happily organise for someone amazing to join us.

Can we have group photos?

Of course! Family group photos are important and will be treasured always. This is something I recommend we do soon after your ceremony, and I request a list of names for each group (to keep things efficient and quick).

How do you store our photos?

Obsessively. Once I've photographed your wedding all files are backed up right away on multiple hard drives and off site. Your finished photos are then kept for another year online.

Do you offer albums and prints?

Yes, I offer beautiful, heirloom quality fine art albums. Get in touch with me for some information about them. I also offer a range of fine art prints… there’s nothing quite like holding a precious photo in your hands. For all the details get in touch.

How do we secure our date?

Booking with me is easy. With a $2000 booking fee paid and a signed contract, we're locked in. All via an easy online client portal.

Authentic, effortless & timeless

kind words

Testimonials

Kate & Jack

From the second I found her Instagram account, I knew Ash was the perfect wedding photographer for us. The people in her portraits look natural and happy, and her photos evoke so much emotion. I can’t tell you how stoked I was to find out that she was available to photograph our wedding day. Although my husband and I aren’t the type of people who like to have our picture taken, Ash made us feel at ease in front of the camera - something I wasn’t sure was even possible.

I’m still pinching myself that she was able to take such beautiful photos of us. Ash is extremely talented - she is honestly so incredible at what she does. She captures all of the little moments that help you to remember the feeling of the day. She did the most amazing job; from helping us feel calm and relaxed on the day, to creating the most beautiful photo album for us. We are just so immensely happy with the photos Ash took at our wedding and are super thankful that we chose her to document our special day for us. We would not hesitate to recommend Stories by Ash - in fact, we think you’d be crazy not to book her immediately, if not sooner!

Laura & Christian

Ash, Ash, Ash! My goodness, where does one even start. You are more than just an amazing story teller. You are a friend, a silent bystander, a welcome guest, and just an all round amazing, beautiful human being. I felt like you never left my side....always there right when I needed a lippy top up, or my train picked up, or my hair clipped, or to fashion an entirely new hairstyle for me by the end of the night.

You were the greatest of friends and team mates to have had around all day. Constantly going above and beyond and it didn’t go unnoticed. And yet somehow we have been delivered the most incredible, enormous album of photographs of all the moments, big, small and in between. We’ve yet to speak to a single guest at our wedding that didn’t have a great chat to you. You were absolutely EVERYWHERE. I don’t know what kind of crazy super power you possess, but my goodness you are worth your weight in gold! You were the greatest, easiest decision we made during our wedding planning. We will truly never be able to thank you enough. Keep spreading your magic xx

Lauren & Justin

"Where do we start with Ash? Not only is she ridiculously talented at capturing those special, candid moments; she is also the most beautiful person to have around on your wedding day.

Justin and I wanted to get familiar with being in front of the lens, so we decided to get engagement photos taken over at Stradbroke Island. Spending the entire day with Ash was a delight – we instantly felt at ease and had such a fun time, ending our session with a few drinks at sunset overlooking the ocean.

When it came to our wedding day, Ash captured everything we wanted – especially all the little details that were important to us. Ash is an absolute professional and her experience shows. We loved taking on her advice about staying at the venue to get our bridal party shots and portraits, because it meant we had more time to enjoy with our loved ones. Like all of our amazing wedding vendors, Ash rescheduled our wedding date due to COVID.

Thanks Ash, we can’t wait to cover our walls with your photos and enjoy them forever." x

Erin & Nick

I have been lucky enough to have worked with Ash for years now and am constantly amazed by the magic she captures, so much so that I recommend her to all of my couples.

So when it came time to planning my wedding it was an absolute no brainer as to who I would choose to capture every moment. She has an incredibly calming quality about her and not once do you actually feel like you are having your photo taken. No posing, no awkward signing photos - just beautiful candid shots that perfectly sum up the wonder of a very special day.

Hi, I’m ash

Welcome! I’m so thrilled you’re here.

The power photos can have to tell a story has always fascinated me. An image can transport you back to a place, a moment, a feeling or a thought with one glance.

15 years ago I photographed my first wedding, and more than 600 later my passion for making photos of people in love is stronger all the time. Being part of one of the most significant days in my couples' lives is a true honour. And being trusted to document all the emotion, connection, and ritual of these deeply personal ceremonies and celebrations is both a privilege and wildly inspiring to me.

Though I do love travelling the world with camera in hand, my favourite place is at home with my partner, Dan, curled up on the couch with our two kitties (Lucy & Sophie). My heart is happiest when I’m surrounded by nature and animals, or relaxing with friends, family and good food & wine.

get in touch.
ask me anything.

Think we might be a good fit? Let’s connect and get to know each other. This usually involves us meeting over a drink if you’re based in Brisbane, or over video chat if you’re elsewhere.

We’ll chat through your plans. I’ll get to know your story. You’ll find out exactly what you need. We’ll definitely laugh a lot. We’ll likely exchange pet photos.

Get in touch

the
experience

So, what’s it like to have me with you on the day?

At the end of our time together you will have a collection of honest, intimate and beautiful images that tell the story of your day. Something you can treasure and share with friends and family for generations.