Friday, January 16, 2009

Update

Hello fans, I just wanted to give you all a quick update on what's been going on. I have been getting into graphic designs I really got inspired when I was creating my own designs for mine and Evans upcoming wedding. I had a lot of fun, and well still have some work to do for our wedding. On some of the wedding boards I go on, some people don't have access to higher end graphic programs or are not able to make them for what ever the reason may be. So I thought that I would offer some of my own idea's at the same time customize it for that bride. Here are a few samples


Wednesday, January 14, 2009

Bridal Planning & supply guide

Hello and Congrats to all of you happy brides.
I wanted to make a blog about WEDDINGS. We all know that wedding's don't come cheap and if you can save a buck on a few things and apply to something that is a really important must have on your list than why not. As I am in the mist of planning my own wedding I have found some great site's that have helped me in either information, DIY crafts to help make your wedding stand out and make it more you, and well I guess guidance.

When Evan and I first got engaged I was super excited and wanted to start planning asap, but than the question where do I start came up a few times. There was so much more planning involved than I expected. I decided to start up my business, and was crazy busy over the summer with photography that the wedding plans where on the back burner for a bit. So once and a while I would scout out idea's and make lists of must have etc, and getting everything that I want with a budget can be tricky. So here are the site's that I have came across to really get in there, and get my planning done.

Crafts: For all of you DIY ( you'd be surprise on what you can do and how much money you really can save)
- http://boards.weddingbells.ca/ubbthreads.php?Cat=
( This has been my TOP site, I learned how to make my pocketfold invites and much more)
- http://weddingbells.ca/
(this has budget calculators and more to help keep you organzied)
-http://www.projectwedding.com/topic/list

Paper: Where to get invites, and other items to save a buck or two)
-http://www.anchorpaper.com/retail/stardreams.htm
-http://www.paper-source.com/

Decor:( these sites I bought a lot of my decor needs from them)
-www.ebay.ca
-efavormart.com

Templates:invitations, lettering,programs, table numbers
-http://office.microsoft.com/en-us/templates/CT010872401033.aspx
-http://www.diynetwork.com/diy/cr_wedding/0,2024,DIY_13783,00.html
- http://weddingsaffordable.com/wedding-invitation-templates/
-http://design.jodyprouse.com/freebies/templates.html
-http://boards.weddingbells.ca/showflat.php?Cat=&Number=2616896&page=0&view=collapsed&sb=5&o=&fpart=1#2616896
-http://www.dafont.com/


I think thats about it for now, as time goes on I will write some more posts, with different Bridal info.

Hope you all enjoy.

Ashley
www.memoriesbyashley.com

Friday, January 2, 2009

Portrait parties

What is a portrait party?
Portrait parties are like tupperware parties, and are super fun when you and a bunch of your girlfriends want to have a night in,have a glass of wine or two and get your portraits taken with all of your friends.
Portrait parties are great for any occasion such as:
- Bachelorette parties
- Girls fun night in
- Perhaps round up a few friends and their children
- Fun session with your children and their friends
- Birthday parties
And well the list can go on.
So here are the details and costs.
$25.00 (each person) for 15-20 min photo session each or $35.00 with the disk
-Includes web gallery for you and your party

NOW if you want to be the host and you have 5 or more friends that will be attending than the host will have her session done @ $15.00 or $25.00 with the disk as well as receive a free 5x7 of her choice.

Prints maybe purchased separately or we will be more than happy to build packages for you and your party, so everyone can have something to remember the fun and crazy night by

If you girls really want to go all out and pamper yourselves I can supply a make up artist.

For more information please contact me at ashley@memoriesbyashley.com or 905-650-7183

Boudoir sessions

What is a boudoir photo session?
Boudoir photographs are beautiful portraits in an intimate setting that are classy, tasteful, romantic and sexy. It’s not about having the perfect body (who does anyway?), it’s about being comfortable with yourself and love who you are. There is no nudity involved, only implied nudity. Boudoir photographs make wonderful suprise gifts to your special someone.

- 1 1/2 hour session with unlimited wardrobe changes
- online gallery for your eyes only
- make up application
- 3- 8x10's
- 15 page 5x7 custom album
$150.00

Contact memories by ashley photography for more information or to set up a session