Britney & Jonny’s Engagement Session..

Britney & Jonny are our little sassy couple from San Clemente..They met at a Bar & Grill named Beachfire..It was destined.It was love.Boy meets girl. Boy obviously likes girl, so keeps showing up to check out girl. Finally, girl is tired of waiting for boy to ask her out so she gets brave and says, “when are you going to ask for my number”…and the rest is history. This was our first time meeting Brit and Jonny..I am so thankful for the Green Wedding Shoes blog for bringing us together:) We ventured to a small little farm nestled on top of windy road near Paso Robles..that was just gorgeous! We barely had enough gas to make it there..but had we needed to get out and walk the rest of the way..it would have been SO worth it! We are so excited to travel down that way next month for their wedding…Just LOVE these…

Erin Michelle - July 10, 2010 - 3:17 pm

Love it! She reminds me of Malin Akerman… beautiful. And I love the coke bottles =)

Michelle Grijalva - July 11, 2010 - 10:37 pm

Brit & Jonny these are soooooo awesome!!! It will sure be nice for the two of you to look back at these pic 100 yrs from now!! xoxo Aunt Michelle.

Allison & Craigs Wedding {Mountain Winery}..

I could write a novel about Allison and Craig. One part love story, the other,  a “How to” on enjoying your wedding day. From the second Allison climbed out of the limo that afternoon..a smile did not leave her face, nor did she stop squealing with joy. Weddings have  moments of unexpected blunders and nervous angst..that sometimes overshadow the excitement of that day..and it is so easy to lose sight of why you are actually there. To marry your man!!! There was a moment when Allison stepped out of the building right before driving down the hill to see Craig for the first time, (we had literally been outside for less than 30 seconds) and she stumbled over  a mysterious pothole of tar on the cement. Black tar. Black tar+white dress=potential for meltdown and NON happy tears. I had a panic moment holding her dress before she saw the few black spots on the bottom layer of material..where I reasoned that even though it would be unnoticeable in pictures, this could be the moment where it all goes downhill. As I calmly showed my darling Allison the few spots, she said..”Ehhh…thats ok…the dress is gonna get dirty..lets go see Craig!” As she climbed in the car, I looked at one of the videographers Rob, as we dabbed the tar (with a sock) and I think we were both a little surprised at how well she handled it. I knew after that, nothing was going to stand in her way of enjoying her day. It was about marrying Craig..and nothing else mattered. Their love was sweet, and I found myself totally squealing during the romantics…there is no better feeling than being totally “into it” when you are shooting..and falling in love with every frame as it is snapped. Craig and Allison..you both come from such wonderful families that have clearly taught you how to love and welcome people into your lives..because we all feel it when we are around you..We are soo excited to see the video from the amazing Jesse Tarnoff , so we can relive each moment with you!! LOVE YOU GUYS!Flowers: Bloomsters

Videography: Jesse Tarnoff and Cherish Films

DJ: Los Gatos DJ

Cake/Cupcakes: Jens Cakes

Erin Michelle - July 7, 2010 - 12:31 am

How beautiful! Last shot=AMAZING!

Ashley - July 7, 2010 - 1:32 am

Erin..thank you soo much for always being a voice of encouragement for me..LOVE YOU GIRL!!

Rene - July 7, 2010 - 1:45 am

Craig and Allison rock!

Julia - July 7, 2010 - 12:12 pm

Okay you just get better and better!!! :) i was sooo excited when i woke uop and saw a new blog post you know that makes my heart sing ;) and I looove the brides shoes! <3 :)

Allison Peters - July 7, 2010 - 11:49 pm

Ashley!!! I posted the link from the blog on my facebook and people are going crazy. You guys are absolutely amazing and I think if we thanked you 100 million times it still wouldn’t be enough!! You are the best at what you both do!

peg kline - July 8, 2010 - 12:27 am

AMAZING!!!! The pictures were all so romantic. They told a story and captured each moment so beautifully! I had a lot of favorites but gotta love that little flower girl angel!! I wish you a beautiful life full to the top with joy and unforgettable moments!

peg “the gma”

delbarr - July 8, 2010 - 8:11 pm

beautiful Ashley!! I love them all…especially the shot of her shoes against that wallpaper!

Krystal - July 16, 2010 - 12:45 am

Ashley- I LOVE your work! I am getting married September of 2011. I love the bride’s dress and shoes….could you please ask her the designer and color of both and email it to me? And please send me your pricing…I am booking you! ;)

Jesse Tarnoff - July 29, 2010 - 2:27 am

Ashley, these are absolutely gorgeous pictures of Allison and Craig. I think your style is such an amazingly fresh approach to wedding photography. It’s always a pleasure to shoot along side you and see how you see the world.

[...] had the fortune of shooting again with Ashley Maxwell who created some beautiful photos for Allison and Craig.  We also got to hang out with Cassie and Dan from the Los Gatos DJ Company [...]

Walter & Margarets Wedding {San Francisco}..

In life, you have your family…you have your friends..then you have your friends that become family. This is where Walter and Margaret come in. Walter has been Jasons best friend forever. It is truly a brotherhood like none other. SO much in fact that they are going to get matching wolf tattoos on their arms..{The “wolf pack” terminology for all of you who get it}. I have adored Walter since the first time Jason introduced me to him..when I went to watch his band play on one of my first dates with Jason. He is more than a friend to Jason, he really is a brother..I dont think I have ever met anyone that Jason cares for as deeply, than Walter. Then there is darling Margaret…truly tailor made. We got to vacation with these two in Hawaii last year..10 full days of off roading and exploring with the boys:) I spent countless hours really getting to know Marg. She is so endearing and laid back..and truly compliments Walters humor in every way. We cant get enough of these two  &  hope to continue to travel the world with them..finding the best Thai food trucks around the globe:) It has been an honor to be in their lives leading up to this day. Jason was SOO proud to be Walters best man..I was getting so choked up seeing Jason losing it  during the ceremony….

Their day was so beautiful and simple..They got ready next to the salon Margaret manages in the city..had a small ceremony and reception in Golden Gate Park..and ate sandwiches and ginger beer while listening to The Avett Brothers via ipod dock. Perfection..For lack of a better word..I have to say with everything that is in us..that we LOVE you guys, and will be there for you today, tomorrow and always…thank you for your friendship, being part of our family, and letting us be part of yours…xoxo..

Jasmine - June 30, 2010 - 12:42 pm

Wow!!! What a stunning couple! Loved looking at these photos, such great work :)

Em - June 30, 2010 - 4:45 pm

amazing.

Julia - June 30, 2010 - 5:01 pm

okay first of all your hubby is adorable :) second of all i luv you and third of all she looked AHmazing :)

Erin Michelle - July 3, 2010 - 12:31 pm

Beautiful wedding. I just love all the details…the cards, the boutanier, did you do all that too? And I LOVE her dress.

Elizabeth - July 6, 2010 - 2:33 am

Im with Em. Amazing as always

Suzanne Borg - July 9, 2010 - 2:44 pm

Beautiful. I love the ceremony among the redwoods. The boutonnieres are perfect- did you make those Ash? They are soo you. LOVE!

Whats to come….

A Huge THANK YOU for all of our clients who have been so patient with anticipating their pictures over this last month..we have been SO blessed for busy weekends and traveling to photograph wonderful couples…we absolutely edit as fast as we can for each of you…all the while trying to treat each session as it is our only..to insure all the love and attention to detail as possible:) Here are a few snapshots from this last month, so you can see what is to come!! {Full posts soon…}

Joy Stallard - June 27, 2010 - 6:55 am

Ashley,
You continue to amaze me with your incredible talent and brilliant eye for design and styling! I just adore every shoot and look on with awe and love for your work!
xoxo
joy

Bri - June 27, 2010 - 5:29 pm

This is soooooooooooo exciting! I can’t wait to see Ashley and James’s wedding pictures! Yaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaay!!

Erin Michelle - July 3, 2010 - 12:36 pm

Can’t wait to see all of the full posts. So inspiring!

Jailyn & Marks Wedding..

Jailyn wins the award for “most thorough” bride of the year:) I have shared sooo many conversations with Jailyn over the course of this last year going over details and excitement for her day…Although I never did an engagement session with her and Mark, I am so grateful for our phone, text and emails..that allowed me to get to know her in the process..This wedding party was a lively bunch..and were truly seeping with personality…not.a.dull.moment!!!  Here are just a few faves of the day…looking forward to an uber romantic day after session with these lovebirds in a few weeks!!

Jailyn - July 5, 2010 - 6:09 pm

* Thank you for the beautiful pictures* I love em’ … Love your work…AMAZING!

Jailyn Cannon

Maddie - July 14, 2010 - 7:32 pm

Great, great work Ashley! I follow your blog and just love looking at all your pictures! But I am curious to know where the ceremony and reception took place for this wedding?? It’s so up my alley…I have to know! It was beautiful and PERFECT!