Why did I change to this style of editorial family photography?  How is it different from before? What am I doing differently?   Before there was this illusion of perfection. Perfect hair, perfect dress, matching outfits.   It was so false, and not fulfilling to me anymore. Family photos should be raw, authentic, true to […]

This was an incredibly special in-studio mommy and me session. Amber is one of the lead photographers who works for me, and Eveylnn is her amazing daughter.    Amber, what would I ever do without you!? She is literally my photographer soulmate, and my company would not be at all the same without her. Amber […]

This in-studio mommy and me session with Emma and Rosie was so much fun to shoot! Emma is the owner of Floriography, an incredible wedding florist here in Kansas City. I worked with her on the styled shoot I posted on the blog recently at White Iron Ridge! Not only is she insanely talented at […]

Lisa and Cory’s editorial Kansas City wedding was stunning. This beautiful couple were the absolute sweetest, and I know Amber and Kenzie had an amazing day with them. In true Ashley Ice Photography fashion, Lisa and Cory went to various locations around Kansas City for their photos. It was a gorgeous day, and those outdoor […]

Jade and Brandon’s elopement wedding was insanely beautiful. Now, you might be confused– if we took photos throughout Kansas City, how is it an elopement? Well, the ceremony was at a beautiful outdoor space away from the city and completely untraditional– my favorite!! The ceremony was Jade and Brandon with their closest and most important […]

This styled shoot at White Iron Ridge was GORGEOUS! Emma from Floriography KC invited me as the choice photographer for her ticketed event, and I was so honored! Literally a dream to work with everyone on this styled shoot. White Iron Ridge is always an incredible venue, and with this much creative firepower it was […]

Maggie’s milestone session was so much fun. Turning two was totally something to celebrate with this little cutie. The studio was stocked with balloons to celebrate Maggie, and she had an amazing time! She was a complete natural in front of the camera, smiling and laughing literally the entire session. Maggie is one of the […]

I was IN LOVE with this in-studio newborn session! I know I don’t share them on the blog too often, but they’re among my favorites to photograph. Baby Oliver was such a precious little thing, and watching his parents dote over him the entire time was almost too much for my heart to take. Have […]

Umm what?? This little boy is ONE already?! My mama heart is sobbing. But also so proud to watch him grow up. The last year with Korben has been so amazing. I have really enjoyed motherhood after bringing him into the world. I love you Lorelai .. but seriously, I had no idea what I […]

Proposal season is upon us… what am I even saying?! Every day is proposal season!   When planning for your proposal you need these key things:  A plan  A ring  A photographer… yes! Yes, you do. And here is why!    This moment is HUGE. This is a core memory type of thing. We cannot […]