Stress-free & personalized photography experiences for fun-loving couples who want to preserve the most important moment of their lives
Serving engaged couples throughout Virginia | Yorktown, Richmond, Virginia Beach, Charlottesville, Norfolk, Hampton Roads, and Outer Banks.
Ashley Hesse Photography Wedding Experience
You did it! You found The One who makes you laugh until you snort, who is the shoulder for you to cry on, and who loves you for your quirks.
And while you may believe that your story is like everyone else's in the world, let me tell you this: love doesn’t have a universal preset. The story you and your partner share comes with its own set of unique characteristics because there is no one else in the world like you two. That's why I believe in offering a wedding photography experience crafted to let your extraordinary story shine.
You found someone who makes you feel at home.
you said yes!
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Getting lost in the details can make wedding planning feel overwhelming and exhausting. So it’s my job to remind you that this is a celebration, not a work project!
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Ashley does a great job. She's friendly, fun to be around, and made my husband and I feel so comfortable. Everyone has raved about how much they love our pictures and Ashley's editing style. She was always responsive and willing to accommodate our schedule. We will 100% hire her again and we would recommend her to anyone.
EVERYONE HAS RAVED ABOUT HOW MUCH THEY LOVE OUR PICTURES!
- HANNAH L.
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Ashley was my favorite part of my wedding. The quality of photos is superior to any other photos I’ve seen. She is fun, energetic, super cool, and so easy going. You don’t just get a few photos from your wedding that you love, every photo is spectacular. She makes the process fun, even for people who feel awkward in front of a camera. She somehow transforms you into a goddess on the other side of that lens. Ashley is magic and if you have the opportunity to book her, do it, they will become your most treasured photos.
ASHLEY WAS MY FAVORITE PART OF MY WEDDING.
- LAUREN M.
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Reviews are important
so here are a few of mine!
I’m not one to get cold feet
As someone who’s going to be capturing the most important and intimate moment of your life, I'll be your number one support system. That means cultivating a genuine friendship with you and your partner so I can capture your big day as if you were the photographer. It also means working closely with the coordinator to ensure you have the most stress-free planning process possible.
And when the wedding has passed and it's time to celebrate becoming expecting parents with maternity photos or welcome your new family member with newborn photos, you can count on me to continue your family’s story.
AHP Signature Wedding Experience
begins at $3,600
‣ 8 hours of coverage to capture everything from the loving vows to what goes down on the dance floor
‣ An engagement session (the beginning of your new chapter together!)
‣ A second photographer to ensure we’re capturing all the moments that are important to you
What to expect during our time together:
‣ Custom album design so you can relive your incredible day
‣ An online gallery to easily share your images with friends and family
‣ Wedding photography timeline organization and overall wedding assistance
The First Date
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You’ve decided we’re a great fit! I’m thrilled. On our initial consultation call, we’ll get to know each other a bit more, I’ll gush over your love story, we’ll chat about your vision for your wedding day photos, and discuss what matters most to you about your wedding. This helps me start planning a photography timeline that will make the process as easy and personalized as possible.
Your engagement session
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I’m going to be with you for eight hours on one of the biggest days of your life, so I want to make sure you feel comfortable and confident working with me. This is why every Ashley Hesse couple receives an engagement session. I’ll give you tips for posing to help you and your partner feel at ease in front of the camera. (And don’t worry, I speak fluent groom so rest assured that the session will be fun for everyone!)
Your Wedding Day
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If you’re anything like me, you’ve been dreaming about this day since you were little. You get to walk down the aisle to join your partner and embark on the most exciting journey of your life. Up to this point, we’ve been taking care of the little details, making sure everything is in its place. But right now is your moment to indulge in your love and celebrate with the most special people in your life, and that’s what I’m here to capture.
Gallery Delivery
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I know you’re super eager to see your photos, so the day after your wedding, I’ll share a little sneak peek of some of my favorite images from the day on social media. Two weeks later, I’ll share a blog post with highlights from your wedding day. Six weeks after your wedding, you’ll receive your full online gallery with all of your final, high-resolution images. (Yay!)
Album Design
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To me, albums don’t exist just to store photos — they are the greatest storytellers. So after the Facebook likes start to fade and the USB gets lost, you’ll still have all the pieces of your day so you can relive the moment as if it was happening right then and there. Each album is custom made, so we will choose covers, storage box options, binding, and layout together. The pages lay flat and the images are printed on the highest quality photo paper so that your story shines.
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