For 10 years, Ashley Susan Photography was just the two of us. Growing our business has looked like the Lord putting incredible opportunities in our lap, working hard and being kind, and the fact that our amazing network of the sweetest clients has grown by good people knowing good people.

With deep gratitude, we are excited to introduce our ASP Associate Team, a group of compassionate and skilled photographers with a passion for people and their craft. They join us in our journey to capture the essence of weddings, couples, and families. We love them, and we know you will too.

We've had this big dream of growing our family and business for over a year now, and it's finally happening. We're just so grateful to be doing what we love, and we're aiming to make it even better this time around. With this new chapter, we're crossing our fingers that we can serve you even better, offering more chances to capture those unforgettable moments, quicker turnarounds, and some stunning images you'll cherish for years to come.

THE ASP ASSOCIATE EXPERIENCE

The Ashley Susan Photography style remains joyful and beautiful and is carefully edited to honor skin tones and colors, just as they are. We often hear that we bring a kind and peaceful presence to our work, and it’s our joy to not just photograph, but to serve you in the process. With our Associate team, we will get to share that experience of Ashley Susan Photography with more people than if it was just the two of us. Whether it’s Ashley and Jimmy, or an Associate at your session, you will still receive —

✨ A talented, professional, and kind photographer who is eager to capture your sweet moments

✨ Joyful, beautiful images

✨ All images still edited in our light and airy, yet true-to-life style

✨ More session availability

Meet the ASP Associate Team below!

Meet Alena - ASP Lead Photographer

Hi there! I’m Alena. I live in Homewood, IL - just outside Chicago - with my hunk of a husband and the cutest daughter. We recently bought a house on a gorgeous piece of land. I love the raw beauty of the Midwest and often venture to a lake or anywhere with a pine tree.

Since having my daughter, I stepped away from teaching and am now a full time mom & photographer! I am living my dream! Jesus Christ is the hope for my life; He’s changed me and moved in mighty ways. Ask me about the crazy journey sometime.

Hi there! I’m Kim. As the daughter of a talented black and white film photographer, it might be unsurprising that I became a photographer myself. I am drawn to neutral tones and soft colors and inspired by marble architecture and the pastel blooms of spring. And I strive to create beautiful art while also delivering a carefree experience filled with laughter.

When I’m not meeting couples for their engagement photos or blasting Zac Brown on my way to a wedding day, you can probably spot me cheering on my sons at their baseball games, golfing with my fiancé, or mapping out our next big trip. If I get my way, it will be somewhere very, very warm, preferably with palm trees!

Hi there! I’m Maddy. I am a 26 year old travel enthusiast, pizza devouring, dog loving, picturing taking girl. You can catch me at a local coffee shop drinking cappuccinos and editing photos or catching up with friends. Breakfast is my favorite meal of the day; words of affirmation is my love language; and long walks are my serenity.

I am a corporate girl by day and photographer by night (and weekends). I started my professional photography business almost 5 years ago, as my fun and creative side hustle. I love capturing the little moments in life and finding beauty in the ordinary.

Portfolio Coming Soon!

Hi there! I’m Rachel. Photography has been apart of my life for over a decade but I truly fell in love with it five years ago while working weddings. What clicked 5 years ago? Finding my true reason why I am drawn to photography. The people! I love to capture those special moments that are precious to couples, parents, families and loved ones. A few things about me:

🤍 Music was my first passion, while I don’t play as much anymore I love to connect with musicians for branding sessions
🤍 Dog mom alert: I have two pit bull rescues and love them to pieces!
🤍 Enneagram 9: what does this mean? I am a peacemaker a heart! I am a go with the flow personality with a positive attitude.

Portfolio Coming Soon!