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Even If Photography Ashley šŸ¦‹ Michiana area photographer • Families • Children • Seniors • Lifestyle • The Tilly Project

I went to college to major in education. At the end of my first year my English professor begged me to consider changing...
06/04/2026

I went to college to major in education. At the end of my first year my English professor begged me to consider changing my major to journalism and I just could not for the life of me figure out why I would do that. Would I enjoy it? What would I even write about!? Well, touchƩ. Twenty years later and one of my favorite parts of this little business of mine is getting the chance to share stories through pictures AND words.

This family was scheduled to do pictures with me last fall. The weather was ridiculously unkind and we rescheduled I don’t even know how many times, and finally snow flew and we decided spring was the next best bet. We chose this coming Saturday, it looked beautiful! And then… it didn’t. 🫠 We very last minute pivoted our plans and the weather was AMAZING! Not only that, after months of rescheduling and chatting, I felt like we were old friends catching up on life as we wandered around Bethel (where mom went to college!).

ALSO! I’m pretty sure these guys will go down as one of the kindest families I’ve ever captured, they even rehearsed their smiles at home—yes, dad too!—and those teenage boys didn’t question it for a second when I asked if they would kiss their mama’s cheek! Even little sister was touched by her brothers’ love for mom. ā™„ļø

I truly have the best job and the families I meet continue to touch my heart in the sweetest ways.

You’re off to great places! Today is your day! Your mountain is waiting… so get on your way!-Oh the Places You’ll Go šŸŽˆ T...
05/31/2026

You’re off to great places! Today is your day! Your mountain is waiting… so get on your way!
-Oh the Places You’ll Go šŸŽˆ

The past two years I’ve gotten to watch this little guy (who is positively aware of his adorableness) grow up. Capturing a quick little kindergarten graduation cap and gown session was icing on top and I realized it isn’t just my kids I find myself ruminating on how quickly they grow—but your kids too!

Sending so much love to this little guy’s mamas and ALL you other mamas, too, as your babes wrap up their school year and the seasons of life change. ā™„ļø

My grandfather was a World War II combat veteran and I grew up with immense pride in not just our country, but our milit...
05/25/2026

My grandfather was a World War II combat veteran and I grew up with immense pride in not just our country, but our military members, and our flag.

I can still vividly remember him inviting me to church one Sunday in my early twenties—the Sunday before Memorial Day. During the service they paid tribute to the fallen and asked anyone who had the honor of standing next to the brave to rise so we could pray over them. I watched my grandfather, well into his 80s, firmly grip his cane and stand—he may have been unsteady on his feet but he was steady in his love of country. With both deep pride and deep pain, it was the first and only time in my life I saw my grandfather cry. He then quietly sat back down and we never spoke of it but my respect grew even deeper that day.

In memory of many, in honor of all. Thank you. šŸ‡ŗšŸ‡ø

Sometimes life just calls for a little black and white. Are you a B&W lover?šŸ–¤šŸ¤šŸ–¤šŸ¤šŸ–¤
05/20/2026

Sometimes life just calls for a little black and white.

Are you a B&W lover?
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Sometimes you love your new baby sister SO much, you can’t help but lick her. šŸ„°šŸ˜‚
05/18/2026

Sometimes you love your new baby sister SO much, you can’t help but lick her. šŸ„°šŸ˜‚

ā€œSo let them be littleCause they're only that way for a whileGive 'em hope, give them praiseGive them love every dayLet ...
05/17/2026

ā€œSo let them be little
Cause they're only that way for a while
Give 'em hope, give them praise
Give them love every day
Let 'em cry, let 'em giggle
Let 'em sleep in the middle
Oh, but let them be little.ā€

Oh my heart with this sweet little family.
Three under three isn’t always for the faint of heart but they made it look effortless and beautiful.

Big sister was everything big sisters are—calm, mature, and loving as she quietly rolled along with the shenanigans. Big brother was well… two so that should say enough. šŸ˜‚ He was adorably mischievous, adamant he was in charge, and kept us all giggling. And little brother? He. Was. A. Dream. Quiet, awake, alert, infatuated with his mama, and taking it all in stride. It’s such a special opportunity to be invited into someone’s home and get a little glimpse at their world and while this world may be busy, it is filled with a mama and daddy (and doggie) crazy in love with their kiddos soaking in the joys of letting them be little.
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Umm.. how many pictures is too many pictures for a sneak peek? Asking for a friend.Last year I got to take newborn pictu...
05/15/2026

Umm.. how many pictures is too many pictures for a sneak peek? Asking for a friend.

Last year I got to take newborn pictures of the little guy in these photos and I really didn’t think I could be more in love with a session until he walked into my house as the cutest toddler ever and introduced me to his little sister. She may have chosen to refuse to sleep for the first hour and a half she was hereand we had to abandon the cutest little tutu dress in lieu of a swaddle to attempt to out-stubborn her, but swoooooooon! I am obsessed!! šŸ˜ Also, can we just talk about her long eyelashes for a minute!? Not jealous at all.

Watching this family grow has truly been such an honor. ā™„ļø

After a long winter and so many indoor sessions I can’t wait to get back outside but gosh, I’m also like do I remember h...
05/14/2026

After a long winter and so many indoor sessions I can’t wait to get back outside but gosh, I’m also like do I remember how to shoot outside!? Sarcasm of course but also kinda true! What even is warm weather and sun?? This pic is helping remind me and definitely has me dreaming of all the golden sun goodness!

Each year in the spring (and occasionally around Thanksgiving/Christmas) I do some type of gift away. This year I was contemplating changing it up with 10-15 minute pay what you can sessions because let’s be honest, we’re ALL feeling the heaviness of today’s rising prices. Yes I take a financial hit with this platform BUT some of the best and truest business growth for me comes from word of mouth, new clients, and continuing to grow my portfolio so it’s still a win for me to do it this way.

But I’d really love to hear from you all. Would you prefer the chance for a totally no cost gift away like usual, or do you like this new idea?

I’ve had 7 inquiries and 4 bookings in the last week or so and 4 of those inquiries are repeat families. I’ve said it be...
05/12/2026

I’ve had 7 inquiries and 4 bookings in the last week or so and 4 of those inquiries are repeat families. I’ve said it before, but I cannot emphasize enough how incredibly special it is to be invited back into your lives over and over and I do NOT take it for granted. ļæ¼One of those families is the one shown below only this time… a little sister is joining the mix!

Hard to believe this tiny 4 pound baby boy is now a big brother but he is, and I cannot wait to see his toddler self and meet baby sis later this week!

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