PHOTOGRAPHER, baby whisperer & Educator
I’m Ashley, a Sioux Falls newborn and family photographer. I fell in love with photography as a stay-at-home mom eight years ago. I had this burning desire to remember every little moment of my boys’ childhood. I wanted to make my memories last a lifetime, and, to this day, I look back on my kids' pictures and am taken right back to that moment.
My husband Jeff and I have 4 boys that keep us active and busy. One of our favorite things to do as a family is visit our cabin (that we also rent out as an Airbnb) and boat on Lewis and Clark Lake. Our boys are in sports so we spend a lot of time on the field and in the gym. Jeff and I also enjoy traveling and trying out locally owned restaurants and bars. Other things I love include reading, decorating, and helping other women scale their businesses by giving them tools to succeed.
Hey friend, I'm Ashley
Years in business
8
newborn workshops hosted
3
Client satisfaction
99.9%
Coffees Consumed editing
1,672
sessions and counting
468
Fun Stats
D. ✨
C. 📷
B. 😊
A. 🖤
9. MOST USED EMOJIS:
8. THINGS I CAN'T STAND:
D. Below Deck
C. The Bachelor
B. Big Brother
A. Keeping up with the Kardashians
7. BINGE-WORTHY REALITY TV:
6. RECENT READS:
D. Craft Beer
C. Chardonnay
B. Martini
A. Seltzer
5. FAVORITE ADULT BEVERAGE:
D. Chris Stapleton
C. It's Britney Bitch
B. Eric Church
A. Swiftie all the way
4. WHO'S My FAVORITE ARTIST?
D. 8w9
C. 6w7
B. 1w2
A. 4w3
3. WHAT'S My ENNEAGRAM Number?
D. With Cream
C. Black
B. Chai Tea
A. Vanilla Latte
2. HOW DO I LIKE My COFFEE?
D. Army Green
C. Black
B. Yellow
A. Beige
1. favorite colors:
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What it's like to work with me
As a mother and a photographer, I know how important it is to have quality photos of your little ones. Down the road you’ll be able to look at your photos with a heart full of emotion and feel like those precious moments were yesterday.
You deserve a photo experience that is stree-free and allows you to soak up every moment with your newborn. As a boy mom, I’m also very comfortable working with children of all ages during a session so that we can capture all of the photos you want without being overwhelmed. I work with parents who want to document the special moments, with moms who want to get in front of the camera instead of behind it, and with families who want heirloom images that can be passed from generation to generation.
Your life is worth documenting, and I can help.
Let's work together!
My 1500 sq ft. private boutique studio is centrally located in Sioux Falls, SD. It is thoughtfully equipped with items that you may need, including: a large client closet, props, newborn headbands, blankets, soothers, private restrooms, toiletries, a changing table, diapers and wipes, a bottle warmer and toys for your little ones.
Connect to the wifi, watch a show, pour a drink...relax and stay awhile!
Tour the studio:
I like being in photos, just not professional ones. I always feel awkward and uncomfortable. My smile is usually fake and the photos just never turn out the way I want them. Ashley Buckley Photography changed me! She made the experience for me one worth coming back for more. So much so that I've done my maternity, family photos with 2 dogs, first 48, and newborn. And I can't wait to have more taken! Ashley makes the experience effortless. She literally takes care of you in every way. Helps you with coordinating your outfits, providing clothing and props, guides you through the steps in making those newborn pictures perfect.
Whitnee Fester
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Ashley is amazing! She has such a connection with children that my daughter absolutely adores her. She finds a way to bring out all the giggles and smiles from the little ones. Sometimes taking head shot pictures can feel awkward but Ashley makes it fun and comfortable! The mother/daughter pictures that she took of me and my daughter are truly the best gift I have ever been given.
Lauren Wolf
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We look forward to our pictures each and every time with Ashley. The kids know that they don't have to be perfect, stiff and still. They are so layed back and Ashley captures ALL the moments, even the funny in between ones. As a mom, the fact that I don't have to fight them on family pictures is a gift! We are done in under an hour and we all leave laughing and happy!
Heidi Bloom
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My husband and I moved across the country in between having our first and second child. We had maternity and newborn pictures taken with our son, and really wanted to capture those moments with our daughter, as well. We found Ashley through a Google search, and are so grateful we did! She is so easy to work with, and her talent is unparalleled. She even got a few genuine smiles from our shy, stubborn 2yr old! We absolutely love our pictures and highly recommend her!
Faith
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