AJ Photography

03/11/2026

Best in the shire ✨✨

31/10/2026

Winnie’s first birthday cake smash.
(Sped up)

I couldn’t not get updated pictures of our girl and what better way to celebrate a year of Winnie-woo than her own cake smash!

- Cakes by Nicole for the cake as usual ✨✨

A full weekend of editing and getting those galleries out now ❤️

28/10/2026

A little update on gallery turnaround times ✨

I’m currently working my way through a HUGE amount of editing, so I thought it would be easier to pop all the turnaround times in one place. Just a little reminder that I took 2 weeks off not well so it’s been a whirlwind trying to play catchup

Newborn & Family Sessions
Approximately 6 weeks from your session date - I’m still playing catch up so these may be a little over.

Nurseries & Jiggys Baby Classes
All photographs will be ready by the end of November at the latest, as previously advised.

Christmas Studio Sessions
Friday and Saturday’s galleries have now been edited and just need to be sent out.
-Winter Wonderland galleries will be completed by next weekend.

I completely understand everyone is excited to see their photographs, but I’m receiving a lot of messages asking when galleries will be ready, and it does add quite a bit of pressure when I’m already working through such a large workload.

Please remember it’s just little old me behind AJ Photography. From taking the photographs to editing, sending galleries and answering messages, everything is done by me then I still need to keep a child and dog alive aswell as the odd bit of housework..

I promise I’m working as hard as I can behind the scenes, and nobody has been forgotten about.

Thank you all so much for your patience and for keeping me so busy. I really do appreciate every single one of you!

Ashley ✨xx

27/10/2026

There’s something so lonely about being a photographer - you’re up when everyone is asleep editing everyone’s galleries, the stress that happens during busy seasons and it’s just really nice to find such a lovely group of local photographers who make a beautiful community rather than worrying about competition. Sharing ideas etc or just having a wee moan about how tired we are … makes it feel less lonely 🥺✨✨

Best group of togs- although missing a few from this meet.
It’s been very rare this year for me to attend but I feel so much better for it ✨✨

Today was the return of our monthly Ayrshire photographers catch up morning and it's easily becoming one of my favourite days of the month!

I think one of the main challenges of being self-employed is leaving your comfort zone. Which is exactly why I've decided to network more. Each month a group of us meet up in a different Ayrshire venue, chit-chat all things photography and general life. Being self-employed as a product photographer, sometimes I work remotely and independently, which is why I enjoy and appreciate these meet ups - it's like having colleagues again in a way!

I'm a bit of the odd one out in the group - most are either wedding or family/newborns photographers - so I always find it fascinating hearing all their stories (and sometimes NIGHTMARES!) as they're all in the complete opposite side of the photography world to me, it can be an eye opener for sure 🤪 Let this be your sign to network more!

18/10/2026

Abbie and Stuart tied the knot 17.10 at Boswells Estate Weddings - hands down the best venue I’ve ever worked at. The only one I’ve went to that really looks after their vendors and the place is just absolutely stunning!!

The team that made it all happen.. (if I’ve missed you let me know)
Spray tan Bronzed Salon
TRG Makeup
Knot bridal by Nicola
https://www.instagram.com/knotbridal_?rpxt=MTk4MWY1Z2E1MmZmYg==
Don't Stress the Dress
The Kilt Fitter
Flowers- https://www.instagram.com/kreativeoccasions?obrf=MThiNmMxN3U2aXNxdg==
RMH Productions - Wedding Films
Danielle Graham Celebrant
JAM Events
Craig Roe Magician
Natasha Maree - Scottish Wedding & Events Singer
Kathleen Richmond Couture
Cakes by Nicole
Here we Joe Weddings

And a massive thanks to Abbie and Stuart who made my last wedding so memorable. It really was the most happiest day🥹✨✨

18/10/2026

And just like that… my last ever wedding is done✨

I honestly can’t quite believe I’m saying that!

I just wanted to say the biggest thank you to every single couple who has trusted me to capture their special day over the years. It really does mean so much to me and I can’t thank you all enough.

I’ve absolutely loved being part of so many beautiful weddings, meeting lovely people and capturing memories that you’ll have forever. It’s been such a special part of my photography journey!

As much as I love weddings, I’ve decided it’s time to close that chapter. The editing and turnaround times have always been something I’ve struggled to keep on top of and weddings are such a huge commitment, not just on the day but for weeks before and after.
…And if I’m being completely honest, my heart is happiest in my little cosy studio 🧸

So to all my lovely couples, past and present, thank you SO much for choosing me, trusting me and letting me be a little part of your day. It’s honestly been amazing and something I’ll always be grateful for.

End of an era… but a lovely one it’s been✨✨

With being not well it’s really delayed a good few galleries but hopefully start feeling 100% soon and can start getting the editing list down.

Thank you so much 🥹✨✨
(I’ve not got everyone’s wedding images on this phone but here are just a few over the years)

13/10/2026

This makes my heart happy 🥹✨✨

I’ve not posted family images in forever but these two were just absolutely adorable.

Jodie fully trusted the process when she seen the state of this field 🙈😂 but the light it gives is just absolutely stunnning!

Jodie is also super duper talented and done Winnie’s portrait and I’m still absolutely obsessed with it - swipe to the end to see it!

https://instagram.com/jodieandersonart?exln=Z3Fla3ExeDBxdDR4

My diary is open for 2027 ✨

05/10/2026

A little MIA on here due to being super duper busy … can’t wait too see all the Jiggy Families 🥹✨🎅🏼

A little reminder that we have our first xmas photography session tomorrow at our Largs classes 📸 ❤️ Looking forward to seeing you all 😍 🎄

Backdrop is pictured. Modelled by the cutest wee gal ⬆️
Price list in stories 📱
No payments on the day - order and pay for your photos once the galleries are emailed to you 📧
If anyone needs any further info pop me a message or refer back to emails 💜

At the moment we are fully booked for all AJ photography sessions except Wednesday in Ardrossan where we have 2 spaces left at 10am❗️If you can’t make it, please pop onto the website and cancel your spot so another family has the chance to book on💜 Thank you 🫶🏻 AJ Photography

28/09/2026

Had the best time photographing Lauren and Ally’s wedding and working alongside Kiera! She’s so lovely 🥹✨❤️

22/09/2026

It’s Tiimmmmeeeeeee 🛷🎅🏼

Best to book these asap as last year was busy busy!

So excited to be back with jiggy Vanessa and seeing everyone again 🥹🥹✨✨

🎄 MAMAS, I’VE GOT YOUR CHRISTMAS GIFTS FOR FAMILY SORTED! 🎁

📸 AJ Photography is coming to Jiggy Wrigglers for festive mini photo shoots!

✨ Christmas mini sessions will take place during Jiggy class social times on the following dates:

🎅🏼 Tuesday 6th October - Largs
Jiggy Mixed 10.30am - limited spaces available
Jiggy Babies 12.15pm - spaces available

🎅🏼 Wednesday 7th October - Ardrossan
Jiggy Mixed 10am - spaces available
Jiggy Babies 11.30am - spaces available

🎅🏼 Thursday 8th October - Irvine
Jiggy Mixed 10am - waiting list
Jiggy Babies 11.30am - waiting list
Jiggy Tots 1pm - limited spaces available

🎅🏼 Monday 12th October - Irvine
Jiggy Mixed 10am - waiting list
Jiggy Babies 11.30am - waiting list
Jiggy Tots 1pm - spaces available

🎅🏼 Wednesday 21st October - Irvine
Jiggy Babies 10.15am - waiting list

We’re doing our Christmas photos in October so there’s plenty of time for editing, galleries, ordering and delivery, meaning your beautiful photographs will be ready in plenty of time for Christmas! 🎁✨

A few little things to know:

🎅🏼 Start thinking about those festive outfits!
📸 The festive backdrop is pictured.
📧 Please keep an eye on your junk/spam folder for emails from Ashley, as some galleries have ended up there in the past!

The photos are completely optional and products are purchased directly from AJ Photography. Just book your Jiggy class as normal, join in as normal, and get photos taken if you wish✨ 🥰