Ashley Vandervelde Photography

01/15/2026

Golden hour at is the kind of atmosphere that inspires poetry.

The sound of wind quaking through the treetops & soft quacks from the ducks on the pond. Flowers of every color filling the gardens, bees buzzing around every bloom. The warmth of the last bit of summer sun as it tucks itself below the horizon.

This was such a wonderful evening spent chasing the sunset with A & J 🌿


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08/21/2025

Spent a warm summer evening guiding Savannah & Jared through a few of my favorite spots on the University of Michigan campus for their engagement session.

A not so hidden gem in Ann Arbor, the university remains a favorite photo location of mine. From the gothic architecture of the law quad, to the enchanting calmness of the art museum, to the sprawling arboretum. The vibes just keep on giving 🌿

08/06/2025

A quick preview of my sweet cousin's wedding day 🥹 Getting to watch her grow up over all these years and then have the honor of capturing her wedding day? ...yeah, I'm still choked up about it.

08/01/2025

Sold out - I love y'all so dang much 🥰

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$50 to book - $150 due the day of
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These are available for any kind of session - family, engagement, maternity, portraits, & more!

There has been so much traffic through the regular spots the past few seasons, that I've decided to bring you to a new spot near downtown Fort Wayne! it is a gorgeous and private green space with lots of old growth trees. If you have any questions about what to expect or the accessibility of the location, please feel free to ask!

07/25/2025

Autumn minis are LIVE!

Grab the kiddos, bring along your partner, or come solo! These sessions are for everyone & any kind of session. Family, maternity, portraits - you name it!

Also, we're taking you to a new location in Fort Wayne! There's been so much traffic through the regular spots the past few seasons & I want to be able to continue to provide you a comfortable, cozy experience - which calls for a little change! If you have any questions about what to expect or the accessibility of the location, please feel free to ask.

$50 to book - $150 due the day of
Please comment or DM to claim your spot 🖤

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07/14/2025

Heyyyyyy Indiana friends,
Do we want late summer/fall mini sessions this year? 🌿

Fort Wayne area for sure & could offer a day in Indianapolis with enough interest as well!

07/01/2025

Well today's an exciting day! A little love from Nikon themselves 🥰💛

Even in darkness, Ashley Vandervelde Photography finds the light with the Z6III and NIKKOR Z 35mm f/1.8 S. ✨

06/06/2025

Quiet moments from Natalie's bridal suite 🥀
Romantic Wedding Photographer, Cinematic Style Photographer, Moody Wedding, Nikon Photographer, Film Photographer

05/04/2025

"From the moment I met you, all those years ago, not a day has gone by when I haven't thought of you."

A happy holiday to all those who celebrate! I must be fully transparent with you all though...this is my first year wholeheartedly celebrating Star Wars day. It took 31 years for me to finally delve into the Star Wars universe, and I truly regret waiting so long. Better late than never 🌌

04/23/2025

I'm trying something NEW!

As many of you know, my process of working with my clients is super personalized, so I'm always creating with them in mind first! There are times when I get inspiration or unique ideas that just don't quite align with my clients that I'm working with in the near future...and it never fails that I push those creative ideas to the wayside and they die in my notes app before coming to fruition.

So, I am creating a database of individuals/couples/small families who are interested in modeling, that I can reach out to when those ideas come to me! These sessions will range from new elopement locations I need content at, creative or themed couples sessions, lifestyle family portraiture, bo***ir, bridal or fashion editorial work, and more!

These sessions would always be free - there may just be stipulations around the styling to meet the vision, if I'm not providing the attire. There is NO prior modeling experience necessary, but the ability to follow gentle, creative direction is a must!

These sessions are open to absolutely ANYONE, ANYWHERE. I travel all year long and would love to create with you - wherever you are!

If you're interested in modeling for me on a future concept of any kind, please register here:
https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSe17CmNncAIZfwaA7ixZojpSVQHzLXjGXaoH0bXMCzotHQxNQ/viewform?usp=dialog

You can also follow my Instagram for when I inevitably share ideas on my stories as well: instagram.com/avanderveldephoto

I cannot wait to create with you 🖤

04/08/2025

A gentle kind of romance & some warm autumn light 🍂

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04/03/2025

Come rain or shine in beautiful Snohomish 🌲

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