Ashley Riddle Photography Blog

Keri's Bridal Session: Guthrie Scottish Rite Temple

2010-03-23T13:02:00.008-05:00

Well, as promised, I am going to share some of my favorites from Keri's Bridal Session as few weeks ago at the Guthrie Scottish Rite Temple. This location is certainly one of my favorites to shoot, and I recommend it highly to anyone looking for photos as exquisite as their dress. There are many rooms in this building and each one has it's own character and charm. When you combine the beauty of the building with the beauty of a bride in that perfect dress, something amazing happens. I have to say that something amazing happened at this bridal. I just love how this photos turned out! This was our first official shoot of the year, and we came armed with new lighting techniques... Off-camera lighting adds drama and richness to the photos, and combined with natural light found throughout this building, it really makes these photos pop! I am thrilled with the outcome, if you can't already tell, and I so happy to finally share them! Keri, thanks so much for being such a great bride! You have a beautiful smile and you made my job so very easy!

Keri's Bridal : Guthrie Scottish Rite Temple

2010-03-23T11:09:00.002-05:00

I have been so excited to share Keri's beautiful bridal session, and since they braved the snow this last weekend to finally tie the knot...I can finally show these great shots with you!! I plan to blog all about this great session later today, but for now, here's a teaser - one of my favorite shots....

Keri and Stacey: Engaged

2010-03-18T16:39:00.005-05:00

I wanted to share some great photos we took two weeks ago out in Guthrie near the Old Santa Fe Train Depot. Keri and Stacey are just a wonderful couple, and we had a super fun time shooting this session. We thought we were going to have trouble with the weather - again, but we lucked out and the rain held off just long enough to shoot some great shots of these two. Their wedding is actually coming up this Saturday, so you can definitely look forward to seeing some great shots from their big day - and some fabulous shots from Keri's Bridal Session! I am too excited to show you those....but I have to wait, don't I? So, until then, here are some of my favs from their engagement session, and as always, a cool video to go along! Enjoy!

2009 Wedding Favorites

2010-01-19T15:18:00.015-06:00

So, according to the calendar, 2010 is officially here! Actually, it's been here for like nineteen days, but who's really counting?

We were looking back through all the fantastic weddings from this past year, and we came to three conclusions...

Conclusion # 1 : We have met some really great couples!

Conclusion # 2 : We have taken some really fabulous images!!

and...

Conclusion # 3 : We have been so completely blessed!!! We get to do what we love,
and we get to be a part of so many "happily ever afters"...

So, I couldn't think of a better way to start off 2010's blog, than by bloggin' about our favorite images from our 2009 weddings! There were just so many great shots, that it was very hard to narrow them down, but we gave it a shot anyway.

So, without further ado... drumroll please...

Ashley Riddle Photography's Best of 2009 - Weddings!!

Thanks to all our fabulous couples! We are so grateful!

New Promo Headshots!!

2010-01-17T20:56:00.003-06:00

So, it's a new year...and I couldn't think of a better way to start it off than by sharing the new pics of Tom and I. We were just testing out some of our new equipment and thought we should snap a few shots of eachother. Well, we liked these so much, that I just had to share.... So, check 'em out and be looking for some new posts very soon. I will be posting tons of great pics from lots of great weddings...and much more! I promise!

Until next time -

Ashley

Jessica and Ryan : The Wedding

2009-10-28T16:36:00.006-05:00

So, another wedding to share...two posts in one day! Amazing! Anyways, this wedding took place earlier this month, so I guess I am not too behind...

Jessica contacted via email for her special day. She lives in Texas with her fiance and they were going to be wed in Oklahoma in a spot near and dear to their heart. This wedding took place in a beautiful location near Turner Falls in the Arbuckles. This lodge is off the beaten path (we got pretty lost trying to find it, but thanks to Ryan coming to help we did finally find it) and is nestled in between the mountains and some beautiful landscapes. This location had become a favorite spot to vacation and is where Ryan proposed to Jessica. So, it was only fitting to hold their small intimate wedding in this very spot. It was a pretty day - perfect for an outdoor wedding on the deck. Everyone was very nice and we had a great time. We particularly enjoyed how laid back everything was. It just goes to show that you don't always have to have the big planned out stressful event to have a beautiful wedding. Anyways, we had a great time and the photos came out great. So, why don't I just get to the sharing part...Here are some of my favorite shots from the day and a video too! Enjoy!

Summer and Elijah : The Wedding

2009-10-28T16:08:00.011-05:00

So, I am finally starting to get caught up with the editing that has been piling up on my computer. I have a couple of weddings to share with you now and several engagement sessions soon to follow. Let's start with Summer and Elijah's big day. I was lucky to even get the chance to shoot this wedding as Summer contacted me only 8 days before the wedding. Luckily, I was still available for her date and I was able to help her out. The wedding took place at St. Elijah's Orthodox Church in OKC with the reception to follow at the UCO Ballroom. The wedding was very beautiful and unique. We had not ever shot a wedding of this kind before and it was great to be a part of it. Anyways, Tom and I had a great time at this wedding and everyone was just so very nice. I would love to share some of my favorites and, of course, a video to go along. Check it out!

Alissa and Brian : Engaged!

2009-10-14T15:09:00.007-05:00

Thought I should share the latest finished images from a great engagement session we shot in Guthrie a few weeks ago. This couple is just tons of fun and so easy to get along with. We had a blast and the photos turned out fantastic (even if we had to do a tiny bit of trespassing, right guys?)!! Anywho, I am very excited to shoot their wedding next May and to share some of my favorite images from this shoot with all of you! So, here ya go! Some of my favorite shots and, of course, a video to go along!

Allison and Austin : Engaged!!

2009-10-05T22:13:00.010-05:00

Ok, so as promised earlier...here is some of the engagement session we shot last week..or was it the week before that?? Sorry, Allison. Anywho, we had a blast with these two! They were very creative and even brought their own props! Allison found the cutest little vintage school desk and some great vintage books...and Austin carried them for us to the perfect little patch of field with yellow wildflowers. It was just perfect! Can you say magazine editorial??! So, here are a few a my favs from this fantastice session and a video to go along. Oh, and don't let their fantastic serious faces fool you...these two loved to smile...and we had a great time! Thanks Allison and Austin, it's sessions like these that remind me of why I love this job so much! Enjoy!

There's no just excuse...but I'll make one anyways

2009-10-05T21:46:00.003-05:00

Wow! It's been over a month since my last blog about Mark and Tara's Engagement Session. I wish I could say that I was just too busy sitting on the couch eating bon-bons and watching my favorite T.V. shows...but actually I have just been so very busy! Which is a very good thing...except when it comes to keeping up with the blog. I will make no empty promises about how I will be better in the future about upkeep on this thing, but I can tell you that I have tons of great new sessions and weddings to share with you...To name a few, we have Allsion and Austin's Engagement Session, Alissa and Brian's Engagement Session, Jessica and Ryan's Wedding, Summer and Elijah's Wedding and Sheeta and Amin's Engagement Session...and many more.

I can promise a blog entry or two to get you all up to date on the most current of our sessions....actually it will probably be more like fifteen...geez..I need some coffee!

I am also excited to blog about some of my newest additions to the Riddle household, both technological and cute and fluffy - more to follow about that as well...

Bye til then!!

-Ashley

Mark and Tara: Engaged

2009-09-03T11:28:00.009-05:00

Well, you might recognize these two from an earlier post. They were finally able to make it by the studio and view their images, so now I can share some more with you. These two are just adorable! They were so much fun and excited to be there, in fact, they were so eager that when I ran out of light I offered to shoot them a second time. I don't usually do this, but I just wanted them to get some really great shots! We had started in the urban areas and got some great shots, but by the time that we got to the myriad gardens for the "flowers and frilly things", the sun was leaving us. I wasn't able to get any great shots once were over there. So, since I wasn't booked for the following Sunday, I asked them if they would like to meet me at the myriad gardens next Sunday....and they were excited to do so! So, we met up the next week and started with the "flowers and frilly things", and got some really awesome shots. I left with tons of shots to edit.... SO, here are a few from both shoots that I really liked and an video to go along...Mark and Tara, I absolutely can't wait until the wedding next July!! But - I guess we have to, huh?

Halley and Patrick: A Teaser

2009-08-25T16:44:00.005-05:00

So, I shot this one a few weeks ago, and I am a bit behind on posting their photos. I just wanted to share a few of my favorites from this beautiful wedding. It was shot at the Farmer's Market in Downtown OKC. This is a beautiful venue and I was uber-excited to finally get to shoot a wedding here. So, until I get the rest edited, here are a few of my very favorites...

Vendor of the Week: The Wine Barrel

2009-08-24T21:18:00.010-05:00

So, I have decided to start a new segment of the blog called "Vendor of the Week". This will be where I will write an article about a vendor I think it just great. This vendor is probably going to have something to do with the wedding industry or the photography industry, but I not gonna promise anything. I'm not too big on following rules, so I decided it wasn't a good idea to start now. (I'm just kidding about following the rules. I actually love following the rules. It makes me feel grown-up.)

So, this week's Vendor of the Week is: (pause for a dramatic entrance)

The Wine Barrel

The Wine Barrel is newly opened and operated by my good friends, Mark and Laura Yeager and Jason Rosneck. So, yes, before you even say it, I am a bit bias on this one. BUT their store is great and they are very knowledgeable about the wine and spirits that they sell. In fact, I heard many an interesting story about various liquors, wines and beers during my visits. (For the record, my "visits" have not been because I have a drinking problem. I HAVE supported my friends in their newest endeavor with a few purchases, but the real reasons for my visits were to check out the new store and to take some great shots of it for them. I will share these great photos a little bit later in this entry.)

Anyways, back to the vendors. These guys are just great and some of the nicest people I know. The store is beautiful and very clean. Their selection is great and easy to browse. They have even organized their beer section in order of the origin of that beer, just as they appear on the globe. (That was really cool, I thought, don't you?) When someone walks in the door they are greeted by a smile and a helpful hand in finding what they may be looking for. Don't know what you are looking for? Well, they are always happy to suggest something you might like. Oh, if you run out of beer during that all-important OU game (or OSU if you must), don't you fear, because The Wine Barrel has a big screen t.v. above so you don't miss a minute! Much thought has been put into every detail of this beautiful store, and it shows!

The store is new, but I just know they are going to be great success. I wish them the very best of luck in life and business, and I was happy to help them with photos of their store. I highly recommend you go by and visit these guys! They are located at:

16401 N. Rockwell, Ste 300
Oklahoma City, OK 73013
(405) 340-9800

Also, contact Mark or Laura at the Wine Barrel for information about stocking the bar at your next big event!

Now, the advertising part of this segment is over. But I still have to share some of my favorite photos from the shoot, which is hard but I loved so many of them!! It appears that I may have a knack for photographing liquor stores and their contents....who would've known? Oh, and so does Tom, some of these shots are his, so I don't want to leave him out. He did a great job too.

Jonna and James: A Love Story

2009-08-20T12:09:00.007-05:00

I am going to subtitle this post "An Ultimate Challenge"

You know, I've come across a lot of challenges in my life, especially when it comes to photo shoots. In fact, I feel like there is a challenge at every single shoot, and that's probably why I love my job so much. I have been challenged by time, location and lighting. I have had all the little mishaps and undesirable situations. I have had a tough client or two, but nothing compares to the stress I feel when I have to shoot - (pause for dramatic entrance) - my mother.

What?! Did she just say that?!

Yes I did.
Now, let me explain. I love my mother dearly, I really do. We have a great relationship. And I think she is gorgeous and looks fantastic, especially for her age (I won't elaborate on the actual age, but trust me, she looks great for it.) Unfortunately, she doesn't always agree with this opinion, at least when it comes to pictures.

What!?! She's nuts!! She looks great!

I know, I know. I think so too.

Those of you reading this who are photographers probably understand how hard it is to photograph someone who doesn't feel like they are a super model. It is part of our job to make them feel like Cindy Crawford. This is how we get great shots from someone. For those of you who aren't photographers - trust me, it's a challenge sometimes. I have photographed my mother a couple of times over my career, and I feel like all the times before, I just couldn't get a shot that she really liked. (We are our own worst critic) So, when she asked me to shoot some photos of her and her husband, I was a little stressed to say the least. Of course, I was also excited to do this for them. So, I mustered all of my confidence and met them for the shoot. I felt like now maybe I had enough skill to please even my toughest client. This time both I and my mother will be pleased with the outcome...I will have accomplished a great thing.

Well, I am happy to report that the shoot was a complete success! She loved her pictures, and I loved that she loved them!! They turned out fantastic, and I got a boost in my confidence that is always nice to have. Thanks, Mom, for asking me to shoot these shots. Isn't it funny that it's the compliments that come from those who know you best, that mean the most?

FAQ: Why are Professional Wedding Photographers so darn expensive?!

2009-08-19T23:22:00.006-05:00

This is the question, this is it. Many people ask this question, and those who don't probably still wonder. I decided it was time to touch base with those reading my blog about this very popular subject. So here goes...

It is probably pretty easy to underestimate all the work a professional photographer does in order to deliver the wedding photos you always dreamed of. It may seem that we have the best job in the world because we only have to work one day a week and only a few hours in that day - and we get paid "insane" amounts of money for those few hours. The truth couldn't be further from the truth.

I remember when I first decided I wanted to be a wedding photographer.

I thought, "Wow. I will only work one day a week and make more money than I would at a normal job. It will be great and I will have tons of fun doing it. I wonder why more people don't do this for a living?"

I have to sort of giggle at that now.

Lessons I have learned and things you should know about us:

1. Running a business is costly.
The reality is that those of us who are actually professionals (meaning those who do this as our only means of income) are running a business. We are running a legitimate business, and the cost of running a business is high. Running a business is high in responsibility, as well as high in expense. There are many reasons why professional wedding photographers are priced so high, but this is one of the main reasons. There are expenses that no one may think of when I show up with my camera to shoot those pictures of you getting ready, or when I snap that shot of the first kiss. I must, for example, pay for several types of insurance to protect myself from accidents involving people or my equipment. Some wedding venues even require that a photographer carry insurance in order to shoot there. I must carry this insurance whether I am booked up or struggling through a slow time. Another cost not often thought of is the cost of wages and salaries. I often have a second photographer along with me at weddings and ofcourse I must pay them. I also have an accountant and a CPA who make sure I am keeping out of trouble with the IRS...yikes. I must pay for the website that you look at to view my photos, and I have to pay for marketing materials and advertising. I won't go into specifics on cost, but trust me, I had a freak out when I first priced brochures from a printing shop. There are other expenses like office supplies and utility costs at my office. Those who have a studio must ofcourse pay rent for that location as well. I could go on....but I won't. The cost alone of running a business is high, and that's not even talking about the time and responsibility that goes with that.

2. My Equipment
I don't just show up carrying a point-and-shoot camera and say "cheese". I must carry atleast two professional camera bodies (costing an average of $3000, yep I said "three thousand dollars"), several different professional lenses (also quite costly), professional flash units (yep, these cost some bucks too), and several other little expensive details you don't notice on your special day. Ofcourse, it isn't your job to worry about all these things - it's mine. It's part of what you are paying me for. At my office you will also find a serious computer (I call mine my jet engine), a monitor and tons of software that I use to organize and edit your precious memories. Again, I must keep insurance on all of these things and repair or replace items when they are broken or outdated.

3. My Education
I certainly didn't become a photographer overnight, and I didn't wake up one morning and decide to start shooting weddings all by myself. I had to learn and practice my trade until I was experienced and talented enough to take on this kind of responsibility. I went to school for what I do at a considerable cost, so I have Student Loans to pay off. I have worked for free or almost free in the past, and I have constantly continued my education. I pay for seminars and workshops every year in order to stay on the cutting edge of my profession. I have paid my dues, so to speak, and that's why I can charge a fair price for my services.

A fair price??!! You show up, work only a few hours, and get paid $500 an hour!! That's a fair price??
This brings me to my final point.

4. My Time. There's more to it than you think.
You may think that I show up, snap some photos, and walk away with tons of cash. It's just not so - I wish it was, but it just isn't. I work many hours on your photos. There are many more hours involved in the final product than anyone (other than other photographers) really understands. On average, a professional photographer will spend anywhere between 2 to 4 hours editing photos for every hour spent shooting those photos. If I take an average of 2000 images at your wedding and spend 8 hours (and the average is 10 hours) shooting those images, then my editing time can be well over 30 hours. Of course, I have to figure in the time spent on Engagement Sessions, Bridal Sessions and general admin. Plus, figure in the time I spend on consultations (whether I book the wedding or not) and viewing sessions. I put in more than a full week's work on almost all the weddings I shoot, if not more. When you think about the cost of the total wedding package and the amount of hours I spend on the wedding, it seems a bit more reasonable. Hopefully?

Ultimately, when you pay for a Wedding Photography Package, you really are getting a package deal. There is a lot going into every wedding when a professional photographer is providing their services. Now, don't get me wrong. I am certainly not complaining. In fact, I absolutely adore my profession and wouldn't change it for anything!! And I really mean that. I get to see "Happily Ever After" every weekend and I get to deliver the tangile copy of those memories to every happy couple. No, I am certainly not looking for sympathy here. I LOVE my job. I am only hoping that this will help you when deciding who should be your photographer and how much you should invest. There is a very simple rule to remember when making any decision regarding your wedding photography: "You get what you pay for".

Those of us running a serious business have many expenses in order to grow those businesses, and if a photographer is offering "professional" services at extremely low prices, they are probably not operating a serious business and are probably not really professionals. When you inquire with photographers about their services, ask them about the points I mentioned in this article. A professional should be able to answer your questions with confidence. If they aren't able to answer these questions, if they aren't carrying professional equipment (with back ups), if they can't tell you much about their education, etc...Ask yourself if it is worth saving a little money to risk your precious memories. This day will never be recreated. It will forever remain in your heart, and if you make a good decision about your photographer, you will have fantastic photos to cherish for the rest of your life. If you decide to go with a budget photographer, you risk a great disappointment with the final product. We get paid to carry this responsibility. We get paid to ensure you that you will get the great photos you deserve. We get paid to deliver your precious memories. We are professionals and we get paid to be professionals.

Helpful Hint: If you aren't sure what the average cost of wedding photography is in your area, inquire from several photographers who's photography you enjoy. Get their quotes, combine with the quality of their portfolios, and the answers to the questions above to decide what you think you should be paying for a quality photographer in your area. You may be surprised who you can find within your budget, and how doing this will help you to make the best choice for you and your special day.

Tara & Mark: Sneak Peek

2009-08-19T19:38:00.006-05:00

The sun was shining and so were these two. This couple is just darling and full of smiles. I am so glad that Tara and Mark contacted me for their wedding. I can't wait until their wedding but I guess I will just have to since it isn't until July next year. The shoot went well, but we just ran out of time to do everything we wanted to do. So, Tom and I offered to meet up with them another day to finish getting the shots we needed to get. They so graciously agreed to do so....I am glad we did because we got some great shots both trips. Now, these two will be meeting with me in my new viewing room, so I can't share all of my favorites just yet because I want to make sure that they get to see the images before anyone else. I did want to give everyone a sneak peek of one or two....so here ya go!!

My Favorite Shots: The Flying Veil

2009-08-19T11:03:00.004-05:00

Have you ever had one of those days when everything just happens to go your way? Well, when a day like that happens to a photographer, something absolutely magical happens. Well, atleast that's what happens to me... I feel that I have been blessed with many good days and many great shoots, but so far, no day - no shoot, has come closer to being perfect than the day I am about to tell you about. This wedding took place in Tulsa, OK in April 2008. I was along as a second shooter as a favor to a friend (it was a paid favor, but a favor none-the-less). I drove to Tulsa to meet my friend Steve at the venue, which was a BEAUTIFUL old mansion. I wish I could remember the name - oh wait - I have the all-knowing power of Google... It was the Kennedy Mansion Bed and Breakfast. (A little side note: I was looking at the wedding photo gallery on their website and on the second to the last shot, I noticed a bride and her father walking down the aisle. This was the bride I was there to shoot. I look a little closer at the figure in the background taking a photo....it's my first appearance on a website other than my own. Exciting, huh?) Anyways, back to the photos...

The sun was shining, the venue was gorgeous, and the couple was smiling - what more could I ask for? Well, I didn't ask for anything, but what I got this day were some of my very favorite shots - EVER! So, for my very first "Favorite Shots" entry, I would like to share what I have lovingly named "The Flying Veil". Perfect timing, lighting and a small gust of wind made for one awesome shot...if I don't say so myself...but I did, so there. This shot, among many others from this beautiful wedding, has been a staple in my portfolio and marketing materials ever since. So thanks to Steve for bringing me along, and to Jen and Joe - the beautiful couple in this amazing shot. Oh and thanks are in order to that uninvited, but much appreciated gust of wind...

I promise this time...

2009-08-18T12:50:00.003-05:00

I once again have fallen behind on my bloggin'. I may be the only person who has noticed this, but even then, I would like to follow through. I would like to blog more often, even if it isn't about a session or a wedding. I do have tons of photos left to share, but I can also blog about other things as well. I have lots to say, so why not utilize this wonderful concept of a blog...

I went to go see a movie this weekend with my mother. We decided to go see Julie and Julia. If you haven't heard about this one, it is about Julia Child and a girl named Julie who started a blog about her life. Julie is inspired by Julia Child's cookbook and decides to cook her way through this book in 365 days. This movie is based on two true stories, and is very inspiring. If you haven't seen it, please do. It doesn't matter what you are passionate about in life, it really speaks about going for "it". Julie would have never thought anyone would care about her blog, but over time, she gained quite a following. Her blog led her down a road that opened up so many doors for her. Most importantly, it got her off the couch and out of her cubicle at work. She found a path and something to be passionate about.

I was very inspired by this movie. I think it would be very nice to have followers of my blog, and it would be great to have people care about getting to know the real me. I have made a dedication to blog much more frequently, and blog about things other than my photography. I love blogging about my clients and their photos, but there is much more that I feel I can offer those surfing the world wide web....atleast I hope I can. For instance, I have been a part of many a wedding. I am always reminded of the little details that I know now, but didn't when I first started....Which leg does the garter go on?...Does the Bride go on the right or the left of the Father down the aisle?...How DO you bustle that darn Wedding Dress??!!...And so on...

Maybe someone out there wouldn't mind hearing the tips I have to offer about planning a wedding? Maybe my experiences at other weddings (including my own) could help someone else out there. Well, I hope so. I will start blogging about these things as I feel it helpful sometimes.

Also, I would like to start sharing some things about who I am as a person, not just as a photographer. Being a photographer does take up most of my life, but I am also a wife, a step-mother to a teenager (yikes!), a friend to many wonderful people, a sister, a granddaughter, and a daughter. I have animals that I just absolutely cherish and consider members of my family. There is lots to tell about me and mine.

Along the way, hopefully I will make some friends, gain some followers and feel like I have lived up to this new dedication....

So, here we go!

Marsha and Jimmy : The Wedding

2009-06-29T19:00:00.015-05:00

I wanted to share a little bit from the wedding we shot a little over a week ago. This couple is just great and we could really tell they had an awesome connection. I didn't get a chance to do a bridal shoot with her, but as you can see in the photos, her dress was just gorgeous!! I hope to get the chance to shoot a Day After session with these two. So, look for that. Marsha and Jimmy got married on June 19th, at Creekside Chapel in Edmond, OK. The wedding was really beautiful and reception area is just exceptional. We were very impressed by this venue!! So, here are a few of my favorite shots and a video to boot!! Check it out...

Nicole & Robert : The Wedding

2009-06-28T21:13:00.009-05:00

So, I am a little behind on my blogging....so I apologize for that. I wanted share some images from this beautiful outdoor wedding we did a few weeks back. Nicole and Robert contacted me a few weeks before their wedding and luckily I was still available for their date. The wedding and reception took place at Cobblestone Creek in the late afternoon. There were some storms rolling in towards the end the ceremony so the clouds made for a really beautiful backdrop. These two are a really beautiful couple and two great people. I am really glad that they called me and that I was able to help them with their special day. Here are a few of my favorite images and a neato slideshow to go along.

Rachel & Scott The Wedding

2009-05-20T21:46:00.003-05:00

So, as promised, I am blogging about the adorable backyard wedding we shot a few weekends ago. This couple was just awesome, and so was their family!! The clouds were out this morning, and the sun came out just before the ceremony started. The sun stayed out all day and made for some really beautiful shots!! Oh, and some funny things happened!! First, the donkey, who you will notice in the video, is a neighborhood favorite. I noticed that he was at the fence watching the whole ceremony...so Rahcel and Scott had to make sure he got some wedding cake. Oh, and the Bride rode into the ceremony on a golf cart, which was cute in itself, but then later on in the day we heard some screams and saw everyone running across the yard. As Tom and I came around the corner to see what was going on, we saw that all the little kiddos had hijacked the golf cart. They were all hopping off when we came around and Tom was able to snap a pic of their excitement....so check that out!! Anyways, I had a great time with this wedding, and I think there are just so many great ones. I have included a few of my favs and a totally tubular video....Hope ya like!

A Family Session in the Rain

2009-05-20T21:28:00.006-05:00

So, Randii contacted me well before Easter this year. She wanted me to shoot some much needed photos of her family on Easter Sunday. We planned on shooting at the Myriad Gardens in Downtown OKC. Unfortunately, it was 100% chance of rain that day, so we rescheduled for Mother's Day. So, guess what...It was pretty large chance of rain!! We couldn't reschedule again, and we really wanted to do shots outside. The rain had let up so we decided to meet up. And wouldn't you know it, the sprinkles started coming down just as we were parking....bummer. Well, we had to go ahead...it was only misting. It was more annoying than anything...in fact, you couldn't even tell in the photos that it was raining. I think they turned out great! This family was quite the group of troopers...thanks you guys!!

Jessica & Nathan The Wedding

2009-05-20T21:02:00.004-05:00

This was a wedding I shot back in March. I realized I hadn't blogged about it today, and decided that I just had to share this adorable little wedding with everyone. This was supposed to be a spring wedding, but remember that little snowstorm we got out of the blue? Well, poor Jessica had snow on her wedding day. So, instead of the cute little wedding outdoors on the patio, we had the cute little wedding indoors. You know what, it was still beautiful, and I think the weather really made this wedding unique. Jessica and Nathan had their wedding at Inspirations Tea Room in Edmond, which was just as classy as you can get, and perfect for this size of wedding. This couple is very much in love and I adored how this wedding cut through all the details - straight to the facts. And guess what else. We got some really cool photos in the snow, just before the snow let up and melted away! Thanks to Jessica and Nathan for being such great clients, and I look forward to the next time I get to shoot photos for you and your adorable family.

Stoddard / Morris Wedding Teaser

2009-05-16T17:04:00.004-05:00

So, I told you I was kinda bad at this bloggin' thing...I am actually almost done editing these photos, but I wanted to give a little sneak peek at the wedding Tom and I shot last weekend...It was a beautiful little backyard wedding...and I mean beautiful!! Rachel and Scott are just great and we had a blast!! Here is one of my favorite shots and I will blog again with the video and more shots just as soon as I can...Bye!

Szymanski Wedding

2009-05-16T16:29:00.005-05:00

This was the wedding of my new friends Jenny and Nick. You may remember Jenny from the beautiful bridal pictures at the Masonic Temple in Guthrie. And you may remember Nick from their Engagement Session which I also blogged about earlier. Anyways, this wedding was absolutely beautiful!I had a blast! It was held at the beautiful Walnut Creek Chapel in Oklahoma City. The chapel is just gorgeous when the sun is shining in (which it started to do JUST before the ceremony started) and it makes for the perfect lighting. Everyone at Walnut Creek was great to work with and I look forward to working with them again. Jenny and Nick were great and I think they just had the best time...Here are a few of my favorite shots and an uber-cool video to go along...

Marsha and Jimmy Engaged

2009-05-11T19:19:00.004-05:00

These two a getting married next month, and I am super excited about that, but I thought I would show off some of their great engagement session. These two are just so nice and I had a great time shooting their photos. We shot in downtown OKC, the sun was shining bright and the wind was blowing (ofcourse). Here are some of my favorites and a video of the best ones....hope ya like 'em!!

Rachel and Scott Engaged

2009-05-11T18:59:00.004-05:00

So, these two wonderful people actually got married this last Saturday. I am still working on their wedding photos, but I thought I would share some the great shots from their Engagement Session in Downtown OKC. These two have tons of personality and I had such a blast shooting these pics!Their love was crystal clear after spending just a few minutes with them. So, here are a few of my favs and a video....Check it out!

Jennifer's Bridal

2009-05-11T18:23:00.004-05:00

So, remember that Bridal Session I spoke of in the last post?? Well, here it is!! Jennifer really wanted something fantastic with her bridal pictures. Her dress is just absolutely gorgeous (exactly what I would have picked) and I couldn't think of place any prettier than the Masonic Temple in Guthrie. For those of you who haven't been inside this beautiful landmark...you have to go! They give great guided tours throughout the week. Anyways, back to the bride...She is absolutely beautiful and I am happy to say that she really did her homework. She knew exactly how to give me the attitude I needed for these shots. So these are a few of my favorites and yet again, another lovely video. Enjoy!

Jennifer and Nick Engaged

2009-05-11T18:09:00.005-05:00

Check out these awesome engagement photos we shot in downtown okc...Jennifer and Nick were married April 18th of this year, and I am just getting around posting a blog about it!! This couple is great and I had lots of fun shooting these shots! I can't wait to share the awesome shots from Jennifer's Bridal Session, and since the wedding has passed...I guess I can share those anytime I want!! Here are a few of my favorites and a video of the session. Hope ya like!!

The New and Improved!!!

2009-04-27T08:34:00.001-05:00

Hi everyone!! I would like to welcome you to my new blog for Ashley Riddle Photography!! I am very excited to launch the new company and I am super excited about all the great changes that are coming with the launch! For those of you who are new to Ashley Riddle Photography, I would like you to know how excited I am that you stopped by! And to all my seasoned fans - thanks a million for following along!! I feel very blessed that you all have been such great friends and awesome clients! I look forward to posting some great entries filled with awesome pictures and interesting stories....So,until then.... BYE!!

- Ashley