virginia beach family photographer

Welcome

I'm Ashley Brickner and I am a Virginia Beach family photographer who specializes in timeless, light-filled family, newborn + maternity photography.  As a mama of four myself, I know how your to-do list is already miles long + that's why I am passionate about creating a photo experience that is stress-free, fun - and of course, that gives you beautiful memories that tell the story of your family.  Let's turn these fleeting moments into cherished photos together.  I hope I get the chance to meet you!

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In-home, studio, and lifestyle newborn  photography in Virginia Beach.  My lifestyle newborn sessions are for the family who wants natural, candid, and emotional moments with your new baby.

Virginia Beach maternity photography for the expecting mama who is looking for timeless, joyful images.  Maternity sessions can be captured outdoors or in my light-filled studio.

I fell in love with photography by documenting my own four daughters  and quickly realized how much I will always treasure the photos I have taken of them.  I want every mom to have the same opportunity to have memories of their own kids to hold on to forever, and that's why I became a Virginia Beach family photographer. Beyond just the photos, my goal with every session is to provide you with an experience that feels natural and fun, and that is authentic and unique to your family.  I have worked with families across Virginia Beach, Chesapeake, Norfolk and the entire Hampton Roads area - and would love to chat more about how we can capture your family, too!

i'm so glad you are here! 

hey mama!

Light-filled + fun Virginia Beach family  photography that is full of movement and life.  I aim for images that are timeless and that capture your family at the stage you are in right now.

meet ashley, virginia beach family photographer

"Ashley is absolutely amazing.  I have used Ashley twice now, and both experiences were incredible.  What truly sets her apart is how wonderful she is with children.  She was so patient, kind, and made the entire session feel fun and relaxed, which resulted in the most natural, beautiful photos.  She knew exactly how to engage with us and capture our whole family so effortlessly." 
-Krista

ashley is absolutely amazing!

"We had a terrific experience with Ashley!  We booked a 30 minute session and she made every session count.  She was able to get all of the photo combinations we wanted and never felt rushed, which was great with our two toddlers. Her transitions from pose to pose felt so natural and the whole session was fun!  She was so great with our kids and even brought lollipops if we needed them for the kids!" -Hayley 

"We had a terrific experience!"

"Ashley had great communication throughout the whole process.  Day of, she made each member of my extended family feel comfortable - she was a joy!  And the photos were my favorite I've had taken.  I will definitely call her again!" -Anne

"she was a joy!"

All full sessions booked with Ashley Brickner Photography are given access to my natural-lit, timeless studio in the Great Neck area of Virginia Beach (if you are interested in indoor photos!).  This offers a light + airy setting that is comfortable for the entire family.  Full session clients also are given the option to use my client closet, a curated closet of dresses (size small - xlarge) that photograph beautifully.  If you would like to learn more about the studio or client closet, send me a message and we can start chatting about your Virginia Beach family photography session.

Details:
The Studio + Client Closet

Send me a message through the "contact" page on my website (or email at ashleybricknerphoto@gmail.com).  Let me know how many weeks you are (so I can help recommend the best timing!), and we will go from there!

Let's chat!

Once you are ready to move forward, I will create a booking link for you and all you have to do is sign the contract and pay the deposit.  Once that is complete, your spot is reserved on my calendar!

Let's book that session!

As soon as you book your session, you will receive my Session Prep Guide and other resources for planning (including my Style Guide!).  You also have an option to book a Prep + Planning call for all full sessions.  I love the planning process and love to help you with this!

let's plan for your session!

Yay, it's session day!  And I'VE GOT YOU!!!  All you have to do is show up and I will take care of the rest.  I will guide you through poses with prompts to ultimately provide you with a beautiful gallery of images.

let's have the session!

After your session (usually between two + three weeks!), you will receive an email with a link to your gallery.  The photos are easy to download and the link is easy to share with family + friends.  With full sessions, you can save, print and share all the high-resolution images in your gallery.  

Let's get you those photos!

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- Sara

"ASHLEy was wonderful to work with.  she is so kind, organized, efficient and a true professional.  she made our family photo session so easy.  my family and i love our photos and will cherish them forever.  i will definitely be calling ashley to do our family photos again.