Ashley Horne Photography

Danielle + Frankie = Engaged

noreply@blogger.com (Ashley Hanks Horne) — Tue, 05 Apr 2011 17:28:00 +0000

I met Danielle and Frankie at a Starbucks several months ago to discuss their wedding plans. Frankie sat next to Danielle and held her hand as we went over their plans and thoughts on how we should cover the big day.

She smiled and laughed as they told me how he proposed to her. Through out their relationship, Frankie would often leave a gift or a simple note on Danielle's doorstep when he wanted to let her know he was thinking about her. When she was sick, or studying hard for school, there was always a little something on her doorstep to cheer her up and cheer her on. On an August night after a special date Frankie dropped her off at home, and then called Danielle and told her to go look on her doorstep. Danielle opened the door to find her engagement ring, and the man she would soon call husband. I do believe that was the best gift she ever got!

Heather + Craig = Engaged at the Montage in Laguna

noreply@blogger.com (Ashley Hanks Horne) — Mon, 04 Apr 2011 17:42:00 +0000

When I first met Heather and Craig, and they mentioned that they wanted their engagement photos taken at the Montage, I was thrilled. You would think that everyone that lives in SoCal wants their engagement photos taken at the beach. This is not the case and I jumped at the chance to go to the beach on a Saturday afternoon.

For Heather and Craig, the Montage was a very important part of their story and a must for our photo shoot. On a day not unlike the day that we had our shoot, Craig had carefully planned a romantic proposal on a quiet little bench during sunset at the Montage. As Heather looked out at the sunset, a little dissappointed she sighed, "This would have been a really nice place to get engaged." As if her wish was Craig's command, a waiter from the Montage presented Heather with the ring that would change her life forever. Congratulations Heather and Craig :) I am so glad that you chose me to capture your special day and tell a small part of your story.

Carrie and Kirk Married at Strawberry Farms in Irvine

noreply@blogger.com (Ashley Hanks Horne) — Thu, 06 Jan 2011 22:35:00 +0000

What a beautiful day this turned out to be. With clouds overhead we expected a bit of rain on Carrie and Kirk's wedding day. It would not have been unrealistic since both our engagement photo shoot attempts were in the midst of fog, but God opened the sky for a bright and beautiful day made especially for Carrie and Kirk. What a joy it was to be a part of their special day!!!

Here is a link to the slide show !

Sweet Claire

noreply@blogger.com (Ashley Hanks Horne) — Sat, 18 Dec 2010 02:05:00 +0000

So precious, so sweet, are the small little noises she makes while looking at her big sister Rowan. She feels at home in the arms of her new best friend. What a blessing for this sweet family.

Click here to see more of the shoot

Carrie and Kirk

noreply@blogger.com (Ashley Hanks Horne) — Tue, 09 Nov 2010 22:47:00 +0000

I love Carrie... She is a natural beauty with a heart for God. I first met Carrie 9 years ago when she was in charge of daycare at my daughter's school. She has been a great teacher, sister and second mother to so many children, including my daughter. Thank you Carrie for who you are, and all that you do. Kirk has definitely won the hand of someone very special :)

See more of the shoot here.

Aubree

noreply@blogger.com (Ashley Hanks Horne) — Fri, 18 Jun 2010 16:49:00 +0000

What fun! Aubree is a ball of energy that laughs and giggles as she goes. She is a sweet baby with a precious smile.

Dora's True Love

noreply@blogger.com (Ashley Hanks Horne) — Mon, 14 Jun 2010 23:05:00 +0000

I have taken tons of photos this weekend and this is by far my favorite. I took it at Dora's granddaughter's 15th birthday party. There is nothing special about this image, in the way I took the photo, or the way I processed it, rather what I saw through the lens. I saw the way that these two people love each other. They have been married for over 40 years and they still look at each other with such genuine love, respect and appreciation. This is the kind of love that I hope for my friends, for my family, and for my husband and myself. Here is to 40+ years of joy and love for all of us.

Delaney is One!

noreply@blogger.com (Ashley Hanks Horne) — Sat, 08 May 2010 15:11:00 +0000

Sweet Delaney... At 11 months old had reconstructive heart surgery to repair 3 holes in her heart. Look at her now. Celebrating her first birthday! Happy Birthday Sweetie!

Jenny's Prom

noreply@blogger.com (Ashley Hanks Horne) — Fri, 07 May 2010 17:36:00 +0000

Oh to be 18 again... I had a great time with Jenny and her mother Lidia. I was told that Jenny had a great time at prom with her date. It also was a peek into the future for me. At least I have 5 more years until Avery will be going :)

Aubree is One!

noreply@blogger.com (Ashley Hanks Horne) — Thu, 06 May 2010 18:57:00 +0000

Avery and I had so much fun with Aubree. She is one of he HAPPIEST babies :)

Tierney Rae

noreply@blogger.com (Ashley Hanks Horne) — Tue, 20 Apr 2010 15:17:00 +0000

This was so much fun! Tierney is the sweetest girl! She has the most compelling eyes, so it was easy to snap such a pretty shot :) My friend Missy Baitx did an awesome job on makeup. Thanks Missy :)

Mickey- Sr Portrait

noreply@blogger.com (Ashley Hanks Horne) — Tue, 06 Apr 2010 16:47:00 +0000

Baby Blues

noreply@blogger.com (Ashley Hanks Horne) — Thu, 11 Mar 2010 02:57:00 +0000

I took this photo a while ago. But as I was gathering my portfolio images, I found these gems.

This was the sweetest baby. You just wanted to give her a smooch. She was such a shy one, hard to coax a smile, but I managed to get a few before "she was done with me" lol. These images also reminded me that I need to take out that 85 lens and shoot with it more often.

Missy and David

noreply@blogger.com (Ashley Hanks Horne) — Fri, 26 Feb 2010 20:46:00 +0000

I had so much fun with Missy and David. They are the neatest couple and were so easy to work with. They are an awesome couple that serves our church. Most parents have NO IDEA what big ways and small ways that Missy and David influence our kids in positive ways. I am so grateful that they serve and LOVE our children.

Rescued Designer

noreply@blogger.com (Ashley Hanks Horne) — Wed, 17 Feb 2010 04:53:00 +0000

Ok so I got to flex my graphic design muscles again this week. After shooting my dear friend Fayanna's sons band Rescued, I couldn't stand to let them take the images and open them in Microsoft Word and try to design a CD cover, a poster, a fan card and a blog.

So.... I took matters into my own hands and this is what I came up with. I had a great time shooting them and playing with the images. They are a bunch of great guys with hearts for the Lord.

Superbowl Sunday

noreply@blogger.com (Ashley Hanks Horne) — Wed, 10 Feb 2010 04:17:00 +0000

While my husband tossed and turned over the Saints game on Sunday, I got to go to Disneyland and shoot Ali and John for their engagement shots. It was fun trying to look for interesting nooks to shoot. I

BTW we were in New Orleans square on Pirates of the Caribbean while the Saint were winning the superbowl. So I was not too far from home :)

Sunshine after Rain

noreply@blogger.com (Ashley Hanks Horne) — Wed, 27 Jan 2010 05:09:00 +0000

While I was driving to pick Avery up from a friends house, I had to pull over on Saturday and take this. After 5 days of rain you really appreciate the sunshine!

My Guinea Pigs

noreply@blogger.com (Ashley Hanks Horne) — Fri, 15 Jan 2010 05:18:00 +0000

So... every time I get a new piece of equipment, photoshop action or lightroom preset I abuse my personal relationships by forcing them to pose for me. Luckily I had two willing clowns to help me out. Avery and Nina were up for some fun and let me shoot them while they Vogued a bit while I fooled with my flash setting. Thanks kiddos. You both have grown to be such beautiful young ladies !!!

Vintage Flowers

noreply@blogger.com (Ashley Hanks Horne) — Mon, 11 Jan 2010 23:44:00 +0000

I thought I would try making some vintage images. There are always tons of flowers at weddings, and I thought this would make a neat process that can be put on canvas!

Adam and Jamie

noreply@blogger.com (Ashley Hanks Horne) — Wed, 06 Jan 2010 22:33:00 +0000

Worrell Family-a day at the beach

noreply@blogger.com (Ashley Hanks Horne) — Tue, 28 Oct 2008 22:47:00 +0000

Almost Done

noreply@blogger.com (Ashley Hanks Horne) — Wed, 22 Oct 2008 16:10:00 +0000

Ok, I am almost done. I want to do some simple (ha ha) red ones as well. This has been so much fun to do. Baby announcements are next.

Pam and I are busy finishing up the wedding albums from the summer, and it is so crazy that I am already designing the Christmas cards for our Christmas Portrait Packages. This set is using photos of my brother's family. We had such a great time this summer at the beach. I can't wait to do it again next year.

More Christmas cards

noreply@blogger.com (Ashley Hanks Horne) — Tue, 21 Oct 2008 17:37:00 +0000

Fleur De Lis Christmas

noreply@blogger.com (Ashley Hanks Horne) — Mon, 20 Oct 2008 20:05:00 +0000

Christmas Cards

noreply@blogger.com (Ashley Hanks Horne) — Mon, 20 Oct 2008 19:59:00 +0000

I am trying to come up with some cute ideas for christmas cards. Rate it from 1-10 and let me know what you think.