announcement

First off, thank you to all my amazing clients! If it weren't for you, I wouldn't be able to do what I love!

I am SO blessed to be a photographer, seriously. How fabulous is it to spend the entire day with couples on the happiest day of their lives? A-mazing. Thank you, thank you!

I have had so much success this year with my business. This summer and fall season have been my busiest yet but, I wouldn't have it any other way. I'm like a little kid in a candy store every time I shoot a wedding, or a family session or a portrait session. It continues to give me butterflies right before the bride walks down the aisle or the bride and groom exit the temple grinning from ear to ear. Ah, I love it all.

My announcement of sorts is that due to this crazy busy last few months and all the weddings I had the privilege of documenting, I will be taking a much needed break for the remainder of the year. 

I am no longer accepting weddings or portrait sessions for the remainder of 2012. I apologize for any inconvenience this may cause.

**However, if you have already booked a session with me, don't worry, you are still on my schedule :)

Although I will dearly miss photographing my amazing clients for the next couple of months, I'm going to take this time to thoroughly enjoy my husband and our little daughter. So excited for the holidays and getting to spend quality time with my two loves and our families.

Now booking 2013 weddings!

To complete this post, here are a few lovely images from Brad and Gillian's wedding :)

feelin crafty...

 Look what I made today :) 

Got the idea off the ever so fabulous Pinterest

baby birth stats story-board (I dunno know what to call it..)

Can be framed or mounted to a canvas to hang up in baby's room.

Wouldn't this be the perfect gift for a new baby and mommy or for a baby of any age?

I also think it would be super cute as a simple yet, stylish birth announcement.

If you want me to make one for you to give as a gift or for your own baby, I'd love to!

Happy Love Day.

My beautiful little sweetheart
just turned 4 months old!

Such a doll face.

and look at the surprise I came home to...

Vaughn is for sure the sweetest boy ever. 

He did all of this on his own, every little detail was perfect. So thoughtful and romantic :)

Sigh.. I'm so crazy about him.

I really miss this...

warm weather.

and just because.

My little miss Ava who happens to be 8 weeks old already!

Love her!

New & Improved.

My Kitchen.

I wanted to spice things up, tired of plain white walls.

My husband is so cute, he told me to pick out whatever color I wanted. He trusts my style. I was immediately drawn to the tiffany blues and aquas, I said: "How about Sea Wave?" He said: "Looks awesome, let's get it".  We were in and out of the store within 15 minutes.

I love him.

Delish

I was craving these last night so I thought I better make 24 of them in honor of Cinco de Mayo.

Price Changes and New Policies

Applies to weddings only.

I'll be raising my prices and making a few policy changes on Saturday May 1st, 2010.

If you are thinking about booking me for your wedding, now is the time to do so if you would like to save and get my lower rates.

 Thanks!

Out of Office

I'm off to shoot a wedding here:

 How lucky am I?

All emails and phone calls will be returned on Monday, April 26th. 

Have a fabulous weekend!

We have a Winner!

Ok you guys, I have a few unexpected surprises!

First off, I so wish I could have chosen everyone and I feel really bad that I can't.

You all are so sweet and I really appreciate all those who entered my giveaway.

For those of you that missed out this time, pleeeeeease don't be sad (I really do wish I could have chosen everyone)

In fact, there will be another giveaway in the future so please, don't be shy and come back for another chance to win. 

Okay, here goes . . .

Oh yes, there's more!

I've decided to have a 2nd & 3rd place runner-up because I'm feelin ultra generous.

The 2nd place prize is a photo session with 10-15 images on a CD.

  The winner is . . .

The 3rd place prize is a photo session with 5-10 images on a CD.

  The winner is . . .

 Congratulations!

* Winners: please contact me by Saturday, April 17th to confirm, otherwise another winner(s) will be chosen. When you contact me, I'll let you know all the details and also what I'm envisioning for these photo shoots. You can choose from the following 3 dates: May 4th, 6th or 11th.

I can't wait to get started!

Thanks again everyone!

Feature: Videography

I just wanted to share a fabulous engagement film by the talented Jesse Felter of Liquid Vision Films.

I've worked with Jesse and he's awesome, his work speaks for itself. I highly recommend hiring a professional videographer in addition to a photographer for your wedding. My wedding video is honestly my favorite keepsake from my wedding day, even over the photography. With videography, it's a movie all about you as as couple on your wedding day. So check out Jesse's amazing films, you won't be disappointed!

**Reminder**
Only one day left to enter my giveaway for a free photo session.
(read the post below on how to enter) 

The winner will be chosen tomorrow at 4:00 pm!!

Free Photo Session Giveaway

 The details: 

So, I have a secret photography project that I am working on and I'm in need of a couple who is in love. You can be engaged or married! If you win, you get the session for FREEEEEEE (say it like Adam Sandler in the movie "Bedtime Stories") and 20-30 images on a CD.

A few requirements:

You must be willing to be up for a little adventure.

This photo shoot will be taking place the first week in May so you must be available at least one day that week.
You must be able to meet me in the Ogden area as this is where the shoot will be taking place.

 Here's what you do:

Leave a comment here on my blog with your name.

Post a link from your blog to my blog.

Tell your family and friends all about it so they can enter too!

 * * * *

a bit random but, all of my posts just have to include a photo...

Okay, back to the details...

The winner will be chosen at random on:

Friday, April 16th at 4:00 pm. 

So check back to see if you won!

That's this Friday so hurry and enter!

...and who knows, if I get loads of couples who enter, I just might choose 2 winners.

Good Luck!

New Updated Website

is finally up and running, whoo hoo!

 Click below to check it out . . .

 

Dear Spring..

Please come soon.

Images from April 2009 during a wedding I shot at Wadley Farms.

Update for Brides

Spring/Summer Weddings.

April- 1 date remaining

May- Booked full

June-1 date remaining

 and because a post isn't complete without a photo and I'm also dreaming of Spring..

Reminds me of Snow White, don't ya think?

Also, today is a special day for a very special someone..

 My amazing little sister Abbie!

Happy Birthday, I love you!

Event: Brideology

   By definition:

The science of bridal planning in all its forms and phenomena with reference to wedding, beauty, romance, entertainment, and education.

  A must attend bridal education party will be held on the evening of February 18th, 2010 at an exquisite location between Salt Lake and Utah counties. Eight of Utah's leading wedding vendors will be gathering to share with you {the planning bride} a priceless no pressure educational experience.

 Topics: Flowers, makeup/hair, bridal gowns, invitations, event rentals, catering and cakes.

Seating is limited so if you want to attend you must visit the Brideology Site and register!

Out of Office

I'm on vacation celebrating my birthday with my sweet husband!

All emails and phone calls will handled after I return on Monday, February 1st.

Thank you!

Also,
Hair Models Needed
 I am looking for girls ages 15-30 who would like to be featured in a portfolio as well as getting your hair professionally styled for FREE! Cut and color at a discounted rate.
Myself as well as Lauren (cosmetologist) are expanding our portfolios.
We will be taking appointments on February 5th and 19th between the hours of 10:00 am & 4:00 pm.
Email me for more details if you're interested.

Spring/Summer Booking Update

Weddings.

If you're planning on getting married in the months of May or June I highly recommend you book now.

My dates are filling up fast and will be gone before long.

May - Booked

June - 1 date left

Happy wedding planning!

SOS . . . Assistant Needed.

*Update: Position Filled, thanks so much everyone!
 If you're in the Salt Lake area (or Ogden and would like to carpool with me) I'm in need of an assistant for a wedding on Friday at the Salt Lake temple.
January 15th at 11:30 am. It will be cold but, it will be fun!

Call or Email me at:  

ashleyjmcfarlane@gmail.com
(801) 644.4179 
if you're interested!

I may be in need of another assistant in the near future, so check back again!

Oh Fun!

 

 Be one of the first 2 clients to book and get 20% off the mini session price.

You can use these mini sessions for anything your heart desires (weddings excluded)

just to name a few...
children, families, in-love married couples, engagements, head-shots or just because you wanna.
Dream it up and lets do it!

Out of Office.

I'll be on vacation until January 4th, all emails and phone calls will be returned that week.
Happy New Year!