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  • I am Ashley and I'm a Salem Oregon based portrait photographer. I specialize in senior portraits, I just love their energy, style, and ambitions! I also shoot weddings, engagement, newborn, maternity and children.

    I am inspired by my Creator God; His love, creation, and grace are what I seek to mimic. I believe my job as an artist is to love people and give all glory to Him. I am inspired by my clients. When I get a taste of who you are as a person, what brings a true smile to your face, and what you are passionate about, I am inspired beyond words. For me it's about a connection that brakes down any wall of fear or caution, leaving only sincere, honest, beautiful photographs.

    I am newly married to the man of my dreams, Ryan. Family is something I cherish, we are very close and share an obsession for cooking and eating. As you're reading this, chances are I'm either drinking coffee working on my computer or at a big family gathering eating too much food and squishing cute baby cheeks and thighs. Hmmm.

    PHONE: (503) 559-1906 / / / EMAIL: ashley@ashleysturmphotography.com

Class of 2012 Graduation & Party Cards – Order Yours Today!

Friday, April 20, 2012 Posted in Product

Graduation cards and Party invites are a great way to show off you senior portraits to family and friends. Thankfully I’ve got just the product for you that will leave a lasting impression on everyone you send them to! I offer two lines of cards, the 5×7 Flat cards and the 5×5 Tri-Fold Luxe cards, each with lots of fun fresh designs to choose from that display your favorite senior photographs. You better believe they will wow your friends and family, and maybe even earn you more graduation presents.

VIEW ALL THE CARD DESIGNS IN OUR PRIVATE CUSTOMER-ONLY GALLERY HERE!

Cards are printed with brilliant colors on thick cardstock and can be customized with your details and photographs. Both lines of cards are sold in packs of 25 and include envelopes.

Please inquire for pricing. All of last year’s customers with seniors graduating in 2012 are automatically emailed order forms. To view all the designs please visit our private gallery for customers HERE. If you don’t have the password or order form please request yours by email: ashley@ashleysturmphotography.com

TURN-AROUND TIME:

A proof will be given within 5 business days after the order is placed. Orders will be completed within 10 business days of the client’s approval of the proof (via email) and shipped in the mail.  Please keep these turn-around times in mind while deciding when to place your order. I will be out of the office from May 4-12 in Maui : )

To order yours, contact me by email me at [ashley@ashleysturmphotography.com]. I hope you love them as much as I do!

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Kelsey Lee { Senior Photos, Salem OR }

Thursday, February 16, 2012 Posted in Senior

Kelsey made my day brighter. She is such an easy going, fun loving girl, and I couldn’ help but want all her adorable outfits! I realized during our consultation that my family and hers went to church together some 18 years ago, and my two older sisters actually babysat her and her younger sister. I was pleased to find she had grown into a talented and beautiful young women. Kelsey booked our Fashionista session that includes professional makeup application by Amie Montgomery.

APPLY TO OUR 2013 SENIOR REP PROGRAM! Are you going to be graduating High School in 2013 as a Senior? I want YOU to consider being my Rep! I am looking for 1-2 awesome seniors to represent me from all the local high schools, click here to apply! Class of 2013, it’s not too early to book your session, contact me to book a SPRING or SUMMER session, openings are limited! [Please Email us] or call [503-559-1906] to get information about Senior Portrait sessions and to book your session now!!

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Emily - Gorgeous light, gorgeous photos, LOVE the colors! …And you know I LOVE her glasses. :)

Amy Nieto - The lighting is Trademark Ashley Porter. Love this session. She looks so mature.

diana - omg Ashley! love this sesh! she’s so adorable and it’s great how you captured her great style and personality :)
-Diana

Kira Noble - What a beautiful girl! And Ashley, you are a master at posing. Nice work. Very nice.

sally metzger - LOVE these Ashley! as usual, beautiful work.

These Are A Few Of My Favorite Pins { issue 3 }

Tuesday, February 14, 2012 Posted in Personal

In honor of Valentine’s day and the love of my life Ryan. LOVE you baby! For all of my readers, I hope above all you feel loved today! Hugs and kisses from me, mwuah!

Be sure to follow me on Pinterest, [ http://pinterest.com/ashleyporter/ ] and feel free to comment with your Pinterest link so I can follow you too!

Source:

  1. Red Velvet Brownies
  2. Lauren Kinsey Fine Art Wedding Photography
  3. Source unknown
  4. Ever Whim Photographs
  5. True Love Sterling Ring – Amy Cornwell
  6. Design Love Fest
  7. Sarah Seven

APPLY TO OUR 2013 SENIOR REP PROGRAM! Are you going to be graduating High School Senior in 2013 as a Senior? We want YOU to consider being our Rep! We are looking for 1-2 awesome seniors to represent us from all the local high schools, click here to apply! Class of 2013, it’s not too early to book your session, contact us to book a SPRING or SUMMER session, openings are limited! [Please Email us] or call [503-559-1906] to get information about Senior Portrait sessions and to book your session now!!

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Ashley Porter - Hi Paige, thanks for stopping by my blog and following me on Pinterest! What’s you link, I’d love to follow you as well. And I’m looking forward to meeting you at Click Chicks, it’s a wonderful group to be a part of!

Kira Noble - Ahhh! This is such an adorable and whimsical board. Get out of town.

Paige Jones - p.s. I noticed you’re in Click Chicks–I got invited to the next meeting–looking forward to it!

Paige Jones - Hey Ashley–

cute pins…just followed you on pinterest…I need some new stuff in my feed!

I’ve recently relocated to Portland (about 2 weeks ago) from South Carolina…husband’s new job. Anyway, just wanted to reach out to some other photographers. Networking is rad ;-)

I’ve enjoyed looking at your work/blog.

Happy Wednesday!

These Are A Few Of My Favorite Pins { issue 2 }

Tuesday, February 7, 2012 Posted in Personal

My life is full of themes. I can’t resist them. Let’s get healthy-theme. Let’s eat and enjoy life-theme. Dress fancier-theme, dress more comfortable-theme. Spend more time with family, work harder, warm cereal every morning, listen to the newest Bethel CD 1 million times. Listen on Pandora, now Spotify, no Grooveshark. You could also call them phases. I tend to get excited about new things and ideas and run with them. Follow through has been a challenge for me but I’m thankful to say I’ve grown so much in this area. One thing I do pretty consistently is chatter about random things on my blog that aren’t very relevant to their content, which I am doing right now. Well anyhow, for today’s list of my favorite pins I couldn’t resist a good theme. You see, I’m a theme kinda girl ; )

Hope you enjoy today’s nautical inspiration! Be sure to follow me on Pinterest, [ http://pinterest.com/ashleyporter/ ] and feel free to comment with your Pinterest link so I can follow you too!

  1. Baby Boy Onsie [Omi Creates]
  2. Nautical Swim Suit [ J.Crew ]
  3. Source unknown
  4. Nautical Nails [ The Beauty Department ]
  5. Sperry Top-Sider Anglefish Boat Shoe [ Nordstroms ]
  6. Rope Bracelet [ Lemon Sweet Jewelry ]
  7. Ocean Mat and Nautical Doormat [ Karen's Rope Work ]

 

APPLY TO OUR 2013 SENIOR REP PROGRAM! Are you going to be graduating High School Senior in 2013 as a Senior? We want YOU to consider being our Rep! We are looking for 1-2 awesome seniors to represent us from all the local high schools, click here to apply! Class of 2013, it’s not too early to book your session, contact us to book a SPRING or SUMMER session, openings are limited! [Please Email us] or call [503-559-1906] to get information about Senior Portrait sessions and to book your session now!!

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Becca - LOVE nautical! Those finger nails are awesome!

Kourtney L. - I love that bathing suit. This post is getting me ready for summer…only one and a half seasons away!

Felicia Morgan { Salem Oregon Senior Portraits }

Monday, January 30, 2012 Posted in Senior

Felicia was one of the funniest and upbeat seniors I photographed last year. I love how her color and happiness are captured in these photos! Felicia booked our Fashionista session that includes professional makeup application by Amie Montgomery.

APPLY TO OUR 2013 SENIOR REP PROGRAM! Are you going to be graduating High School Senior in 2013 as a Senior? We want YOU to consider being our Rep! We are looking for 1-2 awesome seniors to represent us from all the local high schools, click here to apply! Class of 2013, it’s not too early to book your session, contact us to book a SPRING or SUMMER session, openings are limited! [Please Email us] or call [503-559-1906] to get information about Senior Portrait sessions and to book your session now!!

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jamie - I love this shoot… especially the roses and the backlighting. Very nice!

Amy Nieto - I simply LOVE the name Felicia.

Art & Megan Engagement { Salem, Oregon Photographer }

Monday, January 30, 2012 Posted in Engagement

Last year I had the privilege of meeting with Art & Megan at my studio and planning their engagement session. They had recently moved from Tennessee and were settling into their new life in Oregon. I couldn’t help but want to be their friend, they were both so fun, upbeat and had a similar sense of humor, which in my humble opinion is crucial to friendship. So naturally after our meeting I emailed them with more info for their session, and asked if we could all get together, they could meet my husband Ryan, and be friends or something. Thankfully they didn’t think I was a freak and we actually have become friends! Every time we get together we’ve enjoyed their company and shared many laughs. I can’t tell you how much I value how laid back and comfortable they are, they’ve even come to a few big family get togethers and fit right in.

Taking their engagement photos was a lot of fun, especially since they brought their adorable dog Ellie. These were taken in July…ahem I know I’m behind.

Are you going to be a graduating High School Senior in 2013? We want YOU to consider being our Rep! We are looking for 1-2 awesome seniors to represent us from all the local high schools, click here to apply! Class of 2013, it’s not too early to book your session, contact us to book a SPRING or SUMMER session! [Please Email us] or call [503-559-1906] to get information about Senior Portrait sessions and to book your session now!!

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Dakotah - These are wonderful! but did you edit his arm/hand in the 5th picture? It seems a bit oddly placed. :O

Jamie - Oooh! love orchard shoots. the chair is great and what a sweet lil couple!

Amy Nieto - Kudos for this couple perfectly matching their outfits.

Danae - Love this session! I’m convinced that every engagement session should have a dog in it! =)

David - Love the depth of field and colors on these! Makes me want a 50L :D

These Are A Few Of My Favorites Pins { issue 1 }

Wednesday, January 25, 2012 Posted in Personal

Welcome to my first weekly posting of ‘These Are A Few Of My Favorite Pins!’ I’m absolutely crazy for Pinterest, I have been inspired in so many ways and learned so many things….seriously don’t even get me started. I honestly feel it has improved my quality of life, no lie! And let’s not even talk about how much time I spend on Pinterest—YIKES! I thought I could share a few off the weekly ‘pins’ that inspired me and brightened my world. Enjoy!

Be sure to follow me on Pinterest, [ http://pinterest.com/ashleyporter/ ] and feel free to comment with your Pinterest link so I can follow you too!

1. Urban Renewal Johann Shangri La Dress [Urban Outfitters]

2. Brass Tiered Pendant Shade [Urban Outfitters]

3. MYO Floral Crown [The Ardent Sparrow]

4. Twilight, II [Alberto Cassani Graphic Design]

5. Source unknown

6.  “Free” [Rosie Hardy]

7. Cream Love Pillow Cases [Cox & Cox]

 

APPLY TO OUR 2013 SENIOR REP PROGRAM! Are you going to be graduating High School Senior in 2013 as a Senior? We want YOU to consider being our Rep! We are looking for 1-2 awesome seniors to represent us from all the local high schools, click here to apply! Class of 2013, it’s not too early to book your session, contact us to book a SPRING or SUMMER session, openings are limited! [Please Email us] or call [503-559-1906] to get information about Senior Portrait sessions and to book your session now!!

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Kira Noble - Thanks for the idea Ashley…I told you I would “steal” it! :) http://www.kiranoblephotographyblog.com/2012/01/favorite-things-pinterest/

Favorite Things: Pinterest » Kira Noble Photography Blog - [...] share some of my favorite pins. I must say, I got this idea from fellow photog Ashley Sturm. Click HERE to view her nice compilation of pins. If you’d like to see all of my boards click HERE. [...]

Becca - Thanks for sharing! “These are a few of my favorite pins”—clever. :) And thanks for introducing me to pinterest in the summer before EVERYONE went crazy over it. Like usual, you’re a step ahead of the game. ;)

robin sturm - LOVE this idea Ashley. So inspiring. Nice collection.

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