Wow, simply, wow! I cannot believe how lucky we got by having Ashley as our photographer for this very important day. She is a gem and would love to have her capture all of our big life moments. She is funny, professional, timely and her photographs are a work of art. When I share images with family and friends, they immediately want to know who we hired. When thinking of a typical wedding photographer, I envision someone making their presence known and panicking to capture the right moments or making you reenact something to get the right shot. Not Ashley, she is as cool as a cucumber, quiet as a mouse and quick as a fox. She is also known for dancing with the crowd and taking selfies with the bride. Thank you Ashley! read more

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Ashley went above and beyond simply recording moments for us at our wedding as a photographer. For lack of a better description, Ashley served as our director of photography, advising us where to stand, how to pose, what angles would look the best, and what backdrops would look the best. I'm not sure I can praise Ashely enough! Her eye for the best lighting and instincts for capturing the perfect moment (in the perfect framing) are beyond my ability to express. The result was pictures that are somehow more beautiful than we remember. Ashley was delightful, professional, and truly brought artistic flair to her role as our wedding photographer. I would recommend Ashley for any event, and sincerely hope to have an opportunity to use her services again in the future. read more

Ashley is aaaamazing! It hasn't been easy being a COVID bride and she made it so simple for us right from the start when we told her about changing from an east coast wedding to a west coast wedding. She has great tips and a fun, energetic, professional energy. One of the best tips she gave was doing a first look. The day of the wedding ran so smoothly. Everyone was so happy they were able to get their family group shots they wanted and we enjoyed the rest of the night dancing. My dad told me Ashley was dancing and smiling the whole night, it's says a lot when someone really loves what they do and you can feel it! read more

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When all is said and done what you have after your wedding day are photographs and your memories. As a wedding officiant of 20+ years it has been photographers like Ashley LaPrade that have taught me how to best position myself during the ceremony so that the "stars of the show" are the couple. She is a very caring person. Thank you Ashley. read more

Ashley is the BEST in the business! We cannot thank her enough for how seamless she made our whole day! We loved working with her - not just for her amazing photography talents, but for everything she did for us beyond the camera. She kept us on time (early, even), brought contagious energy throughout the day, and paid attention to even the smallest of details. Her work speaks for itself too! Her skill and wealth of knowledge kept us on track and allowed us to just enjoy the whole experience. Thank you! read more

Ashley & her team were FABULOUS!!!!! She did our engagement and wedding photos!! We picked pretty much the hottest day to do our engagement session in Palm Springs! She was such a champ and made us feel amazing, even though it was 120 degrees!!! Our photos came back superb!!! On our wedding day was even more superb! Everything was quick fast and turned out BEAUTIFUL. I honestly was dreading the photo aspect but she made it wonderful!! It was August in Palm Springs, so it was warm. She made sure I was cool & hydrated! We got our wedding photos back less than a month later and they were PURE MAGIC!!!!!!!! Every single photo we love!!! We cannot recommend Ashley enough!!!! Thanks girl :) read more

We absolutely loved the photos Ashley took on our wedding day! They are gorgeous and so us. Every single photo encompassed what we loved about the day, and it was so fun to see surprise moments we didn't know were captured. We were floored at everything Ashley managed to cover, and how all the personalities of the day jumped out. Aside from the photos being perfection, Ashley's presence at the wedding was one we will always remember. She was incredibly patient, calm, kind, and joyful, and we are so grateful we had Ashley to be a part of our day! read more

Stop your research and book Ashley now. She's attentive, detail-oriented, and always gets the shot. My husband and I got married this February and used Ashley for our big day and engagement shoot. It was so fun to work with her prior to the wedding day so that day of she really does feel like a part of your family. We'll be booking Ashley again for all our upcoming events. read more

Ashley was really wonderful for our anniversary photo session. We live in LA and booked her for a one hour session in Palm Springs. Ashley was very professional, punctual and thoughtful. Great communication throughout my interactions with her. She was friendly, sweet and picked a great location for the shoot. Responsiveness: She was incredibly responsive to my emails throughout the process! She also had a very fast turnaround for the photos and sent the edited images quickly after the session. Would recommend booking with her! She listens well and will get images that you are interested in. We loved the photos she sent us and the location she picked for the shoot! Thank you Ashley! read more

We are SO happy that Ashley could be the photographer for our Scottsdale, AZ wedding. She is upbeat and fun, and just makes you feel comfortable in front of the camera. We really wanted a photographer that wasn't afraid of bright colors (we didn't have the usual pastel wedding pallette) and Ashley knew exactly how to make us and our photos look amazing. We're in love with our photos. Don't think twice, if Ashley is available for your date just book her already! You'll be happy you did! :) read more

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I'm so pleased to have found Ashley in Palm Springs/Joshua tree. She was very professional, creative and easy to talk too. She met me and my boyfriend in Joshua tree to shoot us on my birthday. It was so amazing to have her drive us through the area not only to take beautiful pictures in various spots inside the park but also tell us about each special spot, pointing out rare desert blooms. She was very patient and calm at no point did I feel pressured to keep to a set time even thought I paid her by the hour. She also gave me some extra pictures I requested and touch ups with no hesitation. I'm so happy to have these wonderful pictures of my special birthday forever. Ashley is a smart,talented artist I was lucky to find out there in the dessert. read more

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Our wedding photos were ABSOLUTELY STUNNING! We hired Ashley for our Palm Desert wedding in May, and it was our best decision. She was so fun, entergetic, and passionate about what she does and it truly showed in our photos.She was everywhere at the wedding and captured everything we wanted plus more. At one point she even laid on the floor to get the best angles. She captured the day perfectly. From the first consultation, to the day of, she communicated everything to a T and genuinely got to know us as a couple. We took photos on the golf course captured the landscape and us beautifully! Every photo was just incredible. I would highly highly recommend booking her. 10/10 would book again. read more

For a family get together in Palm Springs, I searched around last minute for a photographer for a palm spring-esque mini session. Ashley was quick to respond on yelp, worked with me with our budget, and was very responsive through text/email up until the shoot. When we met she was friendly, professional and gave us lots of leeway and freedom to do our thing. We had lots of little kids (five kids under 5 years old)so it was hectic but she was patient. I hadn't done much family photoshoot so I didn't know what to expect in terms of how much the photographer takes the lead vs us, but I really liked that she wasn't the type to be like "im in charge. Pose like this" although I guess some people might like a little more direction. She was very generous with her time and even though it was supposed to be a 20 min session, she went over that time and never made us feel rushed. She had promised 20+ high res pictures but i feel like we got almost double that! We got our pictures in a little over 2 weeks. The pictures were really good. She did a fantastic job. We knew she was a great photographer when at the end of the shoot we asked her to take some of us using our own dslr. She just used one hand to block out the light somehow and all those pictures came out amazing, too. One thing I did regret was not picking our location more carefully. Ashley and I did email back and forth with what I was envisioning but the location was a little more barren of a desert than i had wanted. All in all, we had a great experience with ashley. Highly recommend anyone traveling to palm springs area to do a shoot with her. It was easy and fun from start to finish! read more

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This review is a long time coming! I booked with Ashley and she had provided recommendations for Louis! He was fantastic! I had requested for my 33rd birthday pics with my two dogs and they had exceeded my expectations with their vision and the outcome. It had been very cold when I had my session in March but he had powered through it while I was striking poses. Louis came with a set of ideas and was also flexible in other ideas. I highly recommend them. They are a power team when it comes to communications and emails. They know the best stops for scenic hot spots outside of Joshua Tree. Highly recommend! read more

Ashley did a great job as our wedding photographer from beginning to end. From the start she was responsive and took the time to understand what we were looking for. We had some unique requests, such as a kind of random off site location to do pre-wedding shots at, as well as an hour of time unconnected to the wedding day to take shots of our next-day pool party. She worked with us to make it all happen within our budget with minimal stress. She also brought good energy and got right in to the dance floor on the wedding night to get some great candid shots. We would definitely recommend Ashley to future couples looking for a professional photographer for whatever their needs! read more

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Ashley LaPrade is by far the best photographer, for any and all occasions. My engagement photos are stunning and so is her personality demeanor and personality. My now husband is a very rigid, and shy person, but Ashley made him feel confident and comfortable within minutes of meeting her and taking photos. I will forever use Ashley's services she was a part of our biggest day, our wedding and we cannot wait for her to capture all the upcoming monumental moments of me and Rauls life. Do yourself a favor and hire Ashley Laprade. read more

Ashley LaPrade shot both my engagement shoot in Joshua tree, and wedding this past November, and I couldn't love my photos any more! She makes you feel so comfortable and at ease, and on your wedding day that is the most important! The lighting she captures in your photos is absolutely stunning! She has helped me relive the best day of my life in the most beautiful photos! I would recommend her to every single couple who wants magic through photography on their wedding day (or for any amazing moments you want to capture)! I can't say enough great things about her, and am so grateful I found her! read more

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I cannot say good enough things about Ashley and our experience with her. She truly is the best at what she does, but she also offers so much more. Not only are we obsessed with our photos, but we are so thankful to her for how she managed our wedding day. Unfortunately, our planner fell short, and Ashley stepped in and took control of the situation. She kept us on schedule, and she was able to capture all of the photos we wanted and then some. We are so glad we chose Ashley for our special day. She travels, as well, so even if you are not getting married in Vegas or Palm Springs you can hire her. It will be the best decision you make for our wedding. read more

Ashley was such a bright spot on my wedding day. I had contracted her in 2020 and it was another two years before we were actually able to have our wedding due to Covid. However, wow did she deliver. Not only was she incredibly positive and efficient on my wedding day, Her work is also incredibly stunning. Our day of coordinator also mentioned how amazing she was with other vendors - trust me, you definitely want a photographer that leaves ego at home and plays nice with the entire vendor team! It makes the day go so much better. Not only that, Ashley delivered our photos to us weeks early which was a true treat! I would hire Ashley again in a heartbeat and as a wedding professional I certainly would refer her to my client with full confidence that she will wow the as well! Thanks again Ashley! read more

Ashley helped me plan a surprise proposal for my partner at the botanical gardens in Palm Springs. I can't even begin to explain how amazing it went, and how stunningly she captured the special moment. I had chatted with several photographers on the phone but instantly knew that Ashley was the one when she shared her great ideas on locations and how to pull off the surprise. She was such a pleasure to work with through the entire process and has a great website to streamline planning, communication and payment. I hope we can work with her at our (eventual) wedding! read more

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If you are seeking a wedding photographer that you will be comfortable around, will accommodate to all your needs both in the months before, during, and even after the wedding; is quirky and fun loving, and will ultimately give you photographs you will assuredly adore in the years to come, then Ashley is your girl! The first day I met Ashley, we met up at the wedding venue and toured the place together. We talked about where the best places to take photos would be, what aspects of the photos were most important to me, and the overall feel I was trying to capture in the photos. After that 1 hour of time, I just knew that Ashley was the photographer for me. I felt like I was walking alongside an old friend, instead of a total stranger. In the months prior to the wedding we exchanged tons of emails, mostly of me sending her photos of images I loved on Pinterest, due to lighting, filters, or poses. :) Ashley was always quick to reply, and had nothing but kind, if not enthusiastic words in response. She is also amazing when it comes to planning your Engagement Photo Shoot. She is willing to drive long distances in order to cater to the location of your choice. Whether you want the sandy beaches of San Diego, the mountains and lakes of Arrowhead, or the deserts and palm trees of Palm Springs, Ashley will make sure your Engagement Photos reflect the images you have been dreaming about. And when your magical wedding day finally arrives, Ashley is the most organized person at the party. She gives direction without sounding commanding. She keeps you on time without rushing you. She is somehow anywhere and everywhere you could think possible. And if you want a moment alone, no problem, she will gladly give you a moment to breathe in the day, which for all brides passes by so quickly. She is just a down right great photographer! She specializes in light and airy photos, but if you seek something more dark and moody, she can conjure that up for you too; just like she did for me. She is also amazing at macro photography. If capturing all those tiny details is important to you, hire her! You will be hard pressed to find someone better! All this and she still has a better price range than most wedding photographers. If you have an upcoming wedding, were scrolling through the long lists of wedding photographers in your surrounding area, and you just happened to come across her name, and are now reading this review; I have just two words for you. CALL HER! You won't regret it! read more

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I'm so happy we went with Ashley! I don't take many pictures of myself because I never like the way I look. When we got the pictures back from Ashley - OMG! They were STUNNING! Friends said we looked like models from a magazine - really! She's also so sweet and a joy to work with. Her price is also very reasonable (I checked a lot of others before hiring her). If you need a photographer - hire Ashley! Also worth mentioning, we were in a bit of a pickle before we hired her. We live on the east coast, and were visiting Palm Springs for vacation. Our Wedding photographers couldn't make it. We wanted to have our pictures taken while we were away and only had maybe 2 weeks to figure something out. I reached out to Ashley and got a response almost immediately and she was very accommodating for our short time frame! read more

Ashley is an amazing photographer and we are beyond pleased with the photos from our Wedding Day! She went above and beyond to make sure we felt calm and comfortable throughout the day, while capturing all the little moments. She coordinated the First Look beautifully, which was the most special part of our day aside from the Ceremony. She was efficient and organized, ensuring all the family and Wedding Party photos were taken in a timely manner. If you are looking for a talented, professional and passionate photographer you will be extremely satisfied hiring Ashley! read more

Ashley LaPrade Photography captured all of our wedding bests moments and I couldn't be any happier with my pictures.. im so in love with them! Ashley has been amazing with communication! The photographers that captured my event were awsome! Super helpful! From helping my mom and i buttoning up my dress.. to having a positive attitude the whole time.. definitely recommend! Very great service read more

I'm a photographer myself and it's always so hard hiring someone to do what you already do yourself! Let's just say I'm glad I hired Ashley for my Family Portraits this year!! She's everything I would want in a photographer. She was patient with me 3 kids which aren't always the easiest ones and she captured what was truly important to me that I couldn't do on my own! I will be using Ashley the next years to come! She was amazing to work with! read more

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Ashley is wonderful to work with, it was one of the best decisions I made for my wedding. She is professional, her photos are beautiful, and she has a wealth of knowledge of vendors and how to make a wedding day flow beautifully. We were very happy with everything that she did for us. We wouldn't hesitate to hire her again. I highly recommend her! read more

Ashley was such a pleasure to work with! I'm so happy we stumbled upon each other! When emailing back and forth, Ashely was very informative and provided all of her packages, which were all very well priced in comparison to what other packages I was being quoted. The package we chose included an Engagement photo session, a second photographer for the wedding day, and videographer. For our engagement photo session, my husband and I wanted to include our son as part of the session. Ashley was very open and accommodating to the suggestion and made our son feel very important during the photoshoot. He skill and expertise in navigating around our photoshoot site really showed her passion for what she does. The wedding day photos came out beautiful!! Prior to the wedding day, Ashley made sure to know what the wedding timeline was so that she and her crew could be exactly where they needed to be. She captured so many beautiful moments that I can look back on and reminisce on. Her attention to detail is impeccable and she made sure to include décor in our photos, especially since we had a memorial table dedicated to our loved ones who had passed. Ashley made our day that much more special and memorable. I look forward to future photo sessions with her! Thank you Ashley! Cassie & James read more

Ashley LaPrade was simply the best! Not only is the picture quality amazing, but she is so easy to work with. She knows how to capture some of your best moments and features. We got our pictures back and they are to die for! I'm absolutely in love with them! Getting to relive our wedding day through looking at the photos were so amazing to me and she captured every moment!! Nothing felt or looked staged. Everything felt so natural while working with her. I'm definitely looking forward to working with her again in the future!!! read more

Our wedding photos are amazing! Not only are they beautiful but they are natural. The photographers knew how to put us at ease and bring out our personalities. Ashley's team was a pleasure to spend the day with and felt like members of the family. I am overjoyed by the quality of the shots and the quick turn around. I cannot recommend Ashley LaPrade Photography enough for your wedding. read more

Ashley is an absolutely amazing person and photographer! My husband and I were fortunate enough to have found her. Upon meeting her, you instantly fall in love with her very friendly demeanor and quickly the interview like questions become you talking with another friend. Ashley takes so much care into the details of your wedding. She has an absolutely amazing eye for photojournalism and catching the moments you never would have thought to have even asked her to catch. Ashley goes above and beyond to capture everything you dreamed of and more. On the wedding day, she doesn't feel like just another vendor, but rather a friend and someone you actually want to have there. I highly recommend using Ashley as your photographer for your special day! read more

The best!! Ashley felt our friend and took the most beautiful pictures. She's the best decision we made for our wedding. You won't regret working with her :) read more

Ashley was a total pro who went above and beyond as our wedding photographer, from the free engagement photo session to helping make the day itself go smoothly. We didn't have a planner or day-of-coordinator, and it meant so much to us that Ashley stepped in and helped guide things on the day of, even asking housekeeping to take out the trash and make the beds in our room at the end of the night because people had been in and out of our hotel room all day. The photos themselves were beautiful, and she did such a great job of putting us at ease and bringing out our best in the engagement and wedding photos. We were coming from out of town to get married in Palm Springs, and Ashley's knowledge of the area, the best locations for photos and working in the heat were invaluable. Would highly recommend her, especially if you're having a destination wedding in Palm Springs. read more

When searching for a photographer for me and my wife's wedding, a family member suggested Ashley LaPrade Photography. When doing our research my wife and I called Ashley and set up an initial sit down to discuss what we were looking for. As soon as we met with Ashley we could tell how passionate she is and we know we wanted her to photograph our special day. Ashley LaPrade Photography offers many packages with great pricing. My wife Carmen had many ideas about what kind of photos we were looking for; Ashley was on the same page with her professionalism and expertise. Ashley helped us out with our wedding time line and when the big day was finally here she was on point. She knew exactly where to be and she was taking so many beautiful photos. It was the best day of my life marring my best friend and soul mate. We now have amazing photos that will be with us forever and we can look back on that special day for the rest of our lives. Thank you Ashley, you are the best and our go to photographer for now on. Best, Jake & Carmen Aldrich read more