storytellers // parents // Adventurers
We are husband and wife wedding photographers located in Ann Arbor who focus on storytelling and intimacy.
There is a good chance you are browsing our website because you are entering one of the most exciting chapters of your life. Whether you are newly engaged or celebrating your fifth wedding anniversary, we take a lot of pride in knowing we document your life’s biggest moments.
At our core, we are storytellers. We are driven to capture emotion so every time you look at your photos, you remember exactly how you felt. Your story will be woven together by countless moments – not just the big ones, but the little ones you may not realize are occurring.
The reason we are photographers is simple. We understand these images are what you leave behind for your children and grandchildren. These photographs are your heirlooms and your legacy.
Places you might have seen us
The start of our careers was spent photographing college football together. We met while studying photojournalism at Central Michigan University for the college newspaper. #FireUpChips In 2013 we married and officially started Matt + Ashley Photography together.
We currently live outside Ann Arbor, Michigan with our daughter Stella and our tuxedo cat Gizmo.
01 - We are dog people with an adopted cat.
02 - Everyday we talk about traveling again in Europe.
03 - Ride or die Detroit Lions and Red Wings fans. Retire #91 in Detroit!
04 - Late-night concerts have been traded for Sunday morning matinees with Stella.
05 - He's anything whiskey. She's espresso martini.
06 - Morning coffee is a must in our house.
Kristi and Mitch’s wedding at Graye’s Greenhouse 🌿💍�� The love and presence of their tight-knit support system of family and friends turned the day into something deeply personal and meaningful. ��What’s the one thing your family or friends did that made your wedding unforgettable?
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Won’t lie, I always thought celebrating children’s preschool graduations was a bit silly. That was until we experienced our first with Stella.
Watching her learn and grow has been unreal. She’s incredibly kind, caring and smart. All wonderful qualities she gets from her Mom. She’s curious, asks deep questions that are usually followed by “why?” She also doesn’t settle for no easily - that’s a trait she gets that from me - we like to call it “iron will.”
After graduation she was done and didn’t want to take photos. I begged for just one! The people pleaser in her caved, but she really meant one and we were done!
Hence, I present the perfect Stella photo. I know someday she’ll be thankful she took “one.”
Ferrari themed engagement party?
Without a doubt the coolest engagement party location I’ve ever photographed. Complete with tons of cars, amazing food and a RACING simulator.
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I had the amazing opportunity to be the “house photographer” for all three of the @umdearborn graduation ceremonies.
As a dad, it hit me a little differently. Watching all these “kids” walk across the stage and seeing the pride on their parents’ faces got me emotional. I won’t lie—probably had a few tears thinking about what it must feel like to see your baby all grown up.
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The hardest part of being a parent is learning to be present in the middle of it all.
You’re running on empty, dreaming of full nights of sleep… and yet somehow already missing what just passed.
The newborn snuggles. The sleepy sounds. The way they fit so perfectly in your arms.
It all changes so quickly. That’s why I photograph it – to help you hold onto the moments that are already slipping through your fingers. ❤️
From their wedding day to welcoming their firstborn and now their second, I’ve had the honor of telling this family’s story through every chapter. It’s always special to step into their world for a bit, to witness the everyday beauty and capture the heart of who they are right now. This session felt so true to them, especially that first image of big brother doing his best not to touch his sleeping sibling.
If you’ve been thinking about family photos, this is your sign. Let’s make it happen!
Details should be used to enhance the story.
They should be more than pretty isolated objects neatly propped up. They should have something to say about what you notice, but nobody else sees.
Spent a small portion of the late afternoon launching rockets as high as high as trees and as Dad tried to catch the spiraling lawn darts from sniping your innocent brother.
Hey - is anyone looking to document their family doing something they enjoy as family?
I really want to extend my family photos beyond just portraits. Obviously there would be a mix of portraits and documentary work, but this is something I’m hoping to incorporate this spring/summer.
If you’re interested leave me a message or send me a DM!
