discover
discover We are Ashlee Crowden Photography, a boutique studio dedicated to giving an incredible experience as you embark on the most exciting journey of your life! Weddings last only a day, but the memories live on for generations. That is why we feel it is so important to find a photographer who can deliver you a stunning portfolio of moments and emotion captured in time which reflect your individual personalities and how those manifest in your relationship. Like any living being, each relationship is unique, and we aim to tailor our products and services to bring out the essence of your love for each other. When you look at my work, I want you to sense the love, the passion, the laughs, and every movement in between. I try to refrain from anything too posed. I often tell couples to forget that I’m even there, and tell each other a joke, whisper in their ear. These are the shots that set me apart from other photographers. These true moments that are captured for you to have for the rest of your life. I encourage my couples to really look at my work, and understand that each and every client is not treated like another number, but a friend. I truly INVEST in every single on of you, and want you to know just how special you became when you enter the Ashlee Crowden Photography family. So take a look, as these photos will be the ones you will want to invest in. These days the world is complicated, but our promise is a simple one. Ashlee Crowden Photography is founded on the core principle that we provide incredible photographs with informed style, products with integrity built to last a lifetime or more, and an experience as fun and exciting as it is stress-free.
engage
engage Aside from providing you with beautiful, emotional portraits in a casual setting, engagement sessions allow us to get to know each other before the big day. Knowing what to expect from your photographer and feeling relaxed in front of the camera are critical for photographic success on the big day. Engagement sessions are the time for you and your beloved to show your inner selves, your love for one another, and your favorite outfits in a relaxing and enjoyable environment. You are welcome to choose a location that speaks to you in a personal way, or let us recommend a few of our favorite hot spots based on what you love! Some couples choose that special spot where he proposed, others their favorite winery, or flower field. We can’t wait to get you in front of the lens and bring out what makes you a special couple! Engagement sessions typically last two hours and include two outfit changes, but we are happy to accommodate additional requests! Use your engagement photos for save the date cards, bridal shower & Wedding invitations, sign-in albums, thank you gifts, & wall canvas! • Engagement sessions typically last two hours • Sessions include two outfit changes • We recommend up to 2 locations to keep things simple • Make sure to bring the ring! • Try wearing complementary colors rather than matching tones • Scarves, hats, bags, jewelry and other accessories look amazing! • Bring several pairs of shoes for different terrain • Try to avoid large logos or brand symbols on clothing • We are happy to accommodate special requests for themes and locations!
bridal
bridal Want to look and feel beautiful before the big day? I love to go out with brides and do sessions JUST for them. Many brides use their photos to decorate their wedding. This gives us a chance to really focus on on you, and your beauty. Currently bridal sessions are only offered in our highest collection, however it can be added onto any wedding collection for $400 with any booked wedding.
day after
day after We’re always so focused on the day of the wedding that we oftentimes forget to think about what happens next! The day after the wedding is the first day of your new life together. The calm after the storm; a beautiful, quiet beginning to something wonderful. We offer a relaxed, private photo shoot to couples on the day after their wedding to document the beautiful moments of being newly husband and wife without the pressure or stress of guests, family, and a rigid time line. “Day After” shoots are special and emotional. Couples are welcome to wear their wedding attire, or something more casual and comfortable. This is also a great time to take any images you were hoping to get but didn’t have time for during the wedding. We love capturing the special moments of the day after and look forward to planning the photo shoot with you!
first look Over and over again we’re asked what our favorite moment of photographing a wedding is; and every time our answer is the same: the moment the groom sees his beautiful bride for the very first time. There are no words to describe the incredible emotion that flows between the couple during this time; so we document it with images instead! First Look photographs generally happen directly before the ceremony begins, but after the bride and groom have gotten dressed for the wedding. It’s an amazing thing to watch, and our clients constantly tell us how meaningful the First Look images are for years to come. Since there is generally very little time in-between events at a wedding, it is important to plan for a First Look in the official wedding time line. We are happy to make time line suggestions and help you create a First Look experience within your time budget. Although a First Look might not be for every couple, we highly recommend them and absolutely love capturing this special moment for you to re-live again and again! .
wedding
wedding We remember life as a string of big events; epic happenings that define our lives and live on in family stories. Weddings are no different - the main focus in wedding planning is on the defining events - the kissing of the bride, cutting of the cake, father-daughter dancing, the bouquet toss. But what about the moments in-between? What about the tiny, serendipitous small things that happen without planning, just from a room full of love? What about a small touch, a smiling face, a kind word - in-between the big events? These moments are what we live to capture. The moments that are often overlooked, but together make up the very emotional essence of a wedding, and of our lives. These moments are incredibly special and so fleeting. We strive to give them life and the importance they deserve. Moments you may not even notice at first, but look back on later in photographs and cherish. This is our specialty, and our passion.
hi My name is Ashlee Crowden, but from the moment you meet me, you’ll just call me Ashlee and address me as your friend, not your photographer. I am a wife, designer, friend, daughter, sister, and Christian; but most of all, I am a photographer. I’m very relaxed and as we go through our consultation, you’ll learn how easy it is to work with me. From the moment we make our initial phone call or in person meeting, you will feel my warm personality bursting through every word I say and every movement I make. Your photo session planning will be unique, simple, and creative, and you won’t feel like you’re left out of the process or that steps are skipped. How I run my sessions: Be who you are. You’re the whole reason I am standing behind the camera! For that hour or two that you book me, you are my world. My whole reason for holding up the camera is to catch you smile, your cute dimples or the little kiss he gives you on your neck; those are the moments I want to capture. You have a “way” you are . . . What makes you, you. And this is so important to me. Your consult helps me learn you. Your session helps me capture you. Your images will burst with the very essence that makes up your entire personality style. I want to feel like your friend by the time we are done. The level of comfort clients feel with me is one that keeps them coming back to me. As you watch my video, read through my blog and see my portfolio images, you will understand what I mean. Each photo you look at makes you feel as though you are looking through a window into that person. The editing style is simple, clean, barely noticeable. I love being able to show clients their photos, even right in the middle of their shoot, to let them see just how naturally beautiful they are. This is what makes the photo, not those fancy editing and processing techniques, but truly being able to capture the beauty that is in each person. Throughout my amazing photography journey my husband Ben has been there to support me one hundred percent, and then some. Carrying my bag and reflector, going to the thrift stores with me to look for props, and making me smile no matter what; this man knows how to make a girl feel like she really wants to chase her dreams. Ben is always there to help make clients smile during shoots when they are feeling awkward and don’t know what to do. This little shout out is for Ben and all of the support he gives to me when I need it, and even when I don’t. I want to let him know that for as much as he loves me unconditionally, I love him even more! When I’m not in front of the camera, I spend my time decorating every available space in my house with chevron print and purchasing new Tom shoes (which you will see me wearing to every shoot I do!). Ben knows he can find me deep in the aisles of a thrift store or flea market looking for a new DIY project if I am missing. I love rubber ducks in a bubble bath and slushies on a warm day. If I were rich I would eat sushi every night, but sometimes a good ole taco has to do instead.
collections Elope $2300
5 hours of photographer’s time & talent to document every detail of your wedding from start to finish Perfect for intimate weddings 300-400 edited images 1-2 hour casual engagement session to get to know each other and take beautiful portraits in a stress-free setting Private Online gallery for viewing & ordering your photos USB of all images hand-retouched 16x20 Fine Art Print
Engage $2800
8 hours of photographer’s time & talent to document every detail of your wedding from start to finish Perfect for weddings with 100-150 guests A second talented professional photographer 400-500 edited images 1-2 hour casual engagement session to get to know each other and take beautiful portraits in a stress-free setting Private Online gallery for viewing & ordering your photos USB of all images hand-retouched 16x20 Fine Art Canvas
*All collections do not include tax. A 8.5% tax fee will be added to all wedding collections*
Immerse $4500
10 hours of photographer’s time & talent to document every detail of your wedding from start to finish Perfect for large weddings A second talented professional photographer 600-800 edited images 1-2 hour casual engagement session to get to know each other and take beautiful portraits in a stress-free setting Bridal Session or Day After Session ($500 Value) Private online gallery for viewing & ordering your photos USB of all images hand-retouched A 10x10 Custom Linen Album ($800 Value) 30x40 Fine Art Canvas Print ($500 Value)
Extras Additional hour of wedding coverage $300 Second/Third photographer $350 Bridal session $500 with booked wedding Day After Session $500 with booked wedding Extra USB of images $100
Products
Fine Prints
Gallery Canvas
All prints available in your choice of luster or metallic pearl, beautifully hand-cropped and color-perfected
Archival-quality, brilliantly colored gallery wrap canvas is per-stretched on solid wood framing and ready to hang in your home
4x6 loose fine print $10 5x5 loose fine print $12 5x7 loose fine print $15 8x10 loose fine print $25 11x14 loose fine print $30 16x20 loose fine print $50 20x30 loose fine print $100 24x36 loose fine print $150
8x10 $75 11x14 $100 16x20 $200 20x30 $350 24x36 $400 30x40 $500 *Additional sizes available
*Additional sizes available
Albums All album products are custom designed 12x12 20 page lay flat album $1000 10x10 20 page lay flat album $800 Matching 8x8 parent albums $1000 Custom 9x6 guest book $400 *Additional pages can be added for a fee
Travel Ashlee Crowden Photography is more then happy to travel to your wedding. We charge at cost for any flight, rental car and hotel needs. However we do request for a food allowance as well. We travel anywhere within the DFW area free of charge within 35 miles. Anything further is a .59 cent a mile.
faq How long until I receive my images? You can expect your engagement sessions 1-2 weeks after your session. Wedding take anywhere from 3-5 weeks and will be available to you online and a USB that will be mailed to you. How many images will we receive? With engagement sessions my couples typically get anywhere from 35-50 fully edited color images. You will also receive a black and white version of every photo, so you will get anywhere from 60-100 edited images. Wedding count depends on the collection you select and range from 300-1000 images. Do we have the rights to the images? Yes, all clients receive full rights to their images. Can we print them ourselves? Yes, you can. However I recommend using the professional lab that is set up through your online gallery. The image quality and color is much higher then those from Costco or Walmart to ensure a lifetime of quality. Do you offer albums? Yes, I do. Custom albums are available to any client and can be purchased anytime after your wedding. You will receive a proof of your album before it goes to print to ensure perfection. You may select the images or have me do it for you. Albums have anywhere from 20-60 images depending on the size and number of pages. Can I get the raw flles? No you cannot. The reason you hired me was for my not only my professional photos, but my professional opinion. You will receive the best images possible from your session and there’s really no reason to give out the RAW files, as I was you to be represented the best way possible. What camera do you shoot with? I use two canon cameras, the Canon Mark II and the Canon 6D. Do you use flash? I use flash when necessary, mostly at wedding receptions. I do off-camera flash to add that extra element to your photos at night.
Do you travel? Yes! I love to travel. I’m available to fly anywhere in or out of the country. All travel expenses are billed separately from your wedding collection. When and how do I book you? Once you know you officially want to book with us, simply fill out the contract and your 25% retainer to secure your date. Do you offer payment plans? Yes, the initial 25% is due at the signing of your contract. The remainder of your total can be spread out to a monthly or bi-monthly payment, whatever fits your needs more. All payments must be made in full 1 month prior to the wedding. What form of payment do you accept? Currently we accept cash or check only. I don’t want/need engagement photos, can you reduce the price of the wedding collection? No, engagement sessions are totally commlimentary. I do this so we have a chance to get to know each other and see what you are comfortable, or not comfortable with. This gives you a chance to see how I work as a photographer so there are no surprises the day of your wedding. Why should I hire you? There are so many photographers to choose from, and I understand there are so many things to consider when hiring a wedding photographer. Anyone can buy the same gear I have, and show up to a wedding. I separate myself by posing you while still making you feel natural. I will probably ask you to tickle your spouse, or tell them a tacky joke, or do a slow motion kiss, but its these actions that will get natural smiles, natural laughs, and your true reaction to your loved one. Your photos won’t look stiff, they will be fun, playful and reflective of who you are as a couple. I am extremely organized, and will walk through a timeline with you several weeks before your wedding, as we as a shot list. Your day going as smoothly as possible is my main goal. No bride should have to worry about a missed shot. I will have it taken care of! What is your style? Natural, romantic, rich, playful Why should I consider doing a first-look? I really encourage all my couples to do a first look the day of their wedding. Why? Because not only does this allow to you have an intimate moment together to really express your excitement to see each other for the first time, but it allows the two of you to have more one on one time with me. When couples do a first look I generally schedule an hour into the timeline to do portraits together. Couples that opt out of doing a first look will still receive a portrait session, but it is greatly reduce to a maximum of 30 minutes due to family formals and bridal party photos. If you choose not to do a first look I require a minimum of an hour after your ceremony for photos. Couples that do a first look can simply schedule 15-20 minutes of photos after their ceremony and head off to their reception and party! Should I get my hair and make up done? This is not a requirement by any means, but I do encourage brides to get their hair and make up done for both the engagement session and their wedding. These photos are a once- in a life time and you want to look your best! Just ensure you allow plenty of time the day of to get these two things done. What time do you schedule your sessions? Engagement/bridal sessions are typically scheduled 2 hours before sunset. Plan on meeting me between 4:30-5 PM for your session!