New Year… New AMP.

Friday, January 1, 2010

Happy 2010 Everybody!! I love new years. I need to post publicly- my goals. Where I am going this year, first I need to explain how I was lead to this road…how I began photography: it was as if God was telling me to pick up a camera; good things would happen. I felt something pushing me in this direction. Thank you God; you’re a smart man. There must be a reason why I felt inspired to do this…

This passion of mine caught fire and grew into a business; thanks to my family, friends & girls at the salon (I owe you guys a kiss).

I began looking at photographer blogs; who truly inspire me, there are a few- but one in particular. I had the amazing opportunity to do a workshop/ mentorship with Tiffany Burke of Follow Your Art Photography, and she truly is my Yoda. I adore everything about her work- her lighting/ editing is perfection. After her workshop; my family & friends noticed a change in my work- things have taken a turn for the better.

Thanks to my Mom- I cannot sit my butt down to relax. I found I passion I loved and I cannot sit until I have it mastered. Oh boy do I have a long ways to go!! I did not realize how perfectionist I am. I have a hard time accepting compliments because I really do not believe I am worthy of such nice comments, I have so much to work on. I have also decided not to look at other photographers blogs because it makes me want to hang up my camera strap & eat an entire sleeve of Oreo’s. My husband calls me ‘Chunk’ from ‘The Goonies’. Haha, its true people. You should see me do the truffle shuffle.

My goal for 2010… is to master my little goals that are the footprints to the place I want to be. I still love my job doing hair; I am rather attached to my loyal clientele, sorry my hair peeps- you are stuck with me.

Quite a few fun weddings already booked this year; I cannot wait for them! I will also be cutting down on the amount of sessions I do per week, each session is so personal and creative. When I am over booking myself; I lose a bit of my flare. I do photography because I love it- and I never want it to feel like my ‘job’.

Al of my clients, who have booked sessions with me in the last 16 months, THANK YOU. You are fabulous; I am going to reward you with deeper discounts this year. I appreciate you sticking with me from the beginning- you have grown with me; so I have such a love for you all. XOXO.

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January 10, 2010 - 11:27 pm

Ashley Mae Photography - Thank you Patty, you have a darling daughter. Everyone comments on that totally darling girl with red hair on my blog, I love it. Jamie is way gorgeous- super photogenic & her and Casey have such a fun chemistry together! Cant wait for their formals and wedding day

January 7, 2010 - 9:26 pm

Ashley Mae - Aw thanks Camilla! I dont know how great of a teacher I would be… a workshop would be so much fun to do- maybe someday way in the future. You are a sweetheart- thanks so much!

January 7, 2010 - 11:16 am

Camilla - Looking at your blog makes ME want to eat an ENTIRE package of oreos. You have seriously beautiful work, thanks for sharing. Would YOU ever be willing to do a workshop?

January 6, 2010 - 3:28 pm

Angela - Hey Ashley!!! Happy new years to you! Hope this year brings lots of fun and happiness! Love that first picture. So stunning.

January 5, 2010 - 10:10 pm

Ashley Mae - Thank you guys SO much, I love and appreciate all your comments! It seriously makes my day. XOXO

January 3, 2010 - 5:01 pm

Serena Gene - Ashley, I feel that way (about never looking at a photo blog again) all the time! I think we all do. It is good, it is what keeps us inspired and always trying to stay at the top of our game. I promise, your work is beautiful and amazing! You really are an outstanding photographer. The beauty of photography is we all get to capture the way we see the world and that is what makes each of our work unique. keep up your awesome work and I can’t wait to see whats to come in 2010. Happy New Year!

January 2, 2010 - 6:44 pm

lannis - Ash, I wish you lots of happiness acheiving your goals. The joy is in the journey and you are documenting so many journeys for so many people through your talents. Can only go up from here for you my talented daughter. Love ya MOM

January 2, 2010 - 11:12 am

Patty Crockett - Ashley, your picture’s are gorgeous. Jamie’s my daughter so I know she’s beautiful, but you make everyone else see that!

January 2, 2010 - 1:26 am

hayley - Ashley, You are amazing, and just so talented! I love looking at your blog because all of your pictures are art. All of them are stunning!

Can’t wait to see what you will do this next year!

January 1, 2010 - 3:52 pm

Morgan - Awww… that’s a sweet post! And you may not take your compliments well, but you do take them to heart. You couldn’t do such a fabulous job without having confidence in yourself and your talents!!! You are a talented Hair geenie, Foto wizard and friend!!! You are going to have a GREAT year!!!!