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Arkansas Wedding Photographer

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A little introduction to the faces behind my camera roll. 🤍

I’m Ashley — artist, wife, and mama. I spend my weekends documenting beautiful weddings across the South and my weekdays somewhere between coffee reheats, editing galleries, and family life.

This is the little family quietly woven into every wedding weekend, every gallery delivery, every late-night editing session, and every dream I’ve chased over the years.

This business has always been deeply personal to me because the moments I value most in my own life are the same ones I want my couples to hold onto forever — quiet moments, reverence, joy, and legacy.

I’m endlessly grateful for this life: work that inspires me creatively and a home that keeps me grounded in what matters most.

And behind all of it is this sweet family of mine — the greatest gift God has given me. 🤍 by @ashleykematick

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5 months ago

Abigail + Tucker. Gorgeous jewel tones, stunning florals, and the most intentional details made this day so worth the wait.

Some couples have a way of making you feel like family from the very beginning. Thank you for letting me be part of the yours🤍So grateful to you both for trusting me to tell your story and letting me be a small part of such a special day.

The List-
Venue: FPCNLR
Planning: @arliecloud @lamckinnon07
Floral and Design: @delaynat
Bride: @the.bridal.cottage
Photography: @ashleykematick
Videography: @blakleyfilms
Catering: @7brewcoffee @stephanye_myers
Cakes: @michellelindamayer
Musicians: @kurtkanhai @brandon__keith @nicole.dhowell @jaidan_williams by @ashleykematick

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10 days ago

Mrs. Jackson | Part II

More from Ariana's bridal editorial at Elm's Mansion— one of my favorite sets. by @ashleykematick

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12 days ago

Mrs. Jackson | Part I

It’s not often I can’t find the words, but I think I must let this breathtaking bride speak for herself.

Thank you to the beautiful Elm's Mansion and Nola Flora for your incredible hospitality in bringing this bridal editorial to life. It has been a weekend to remember, and what a way to end the summer season. by @ashleykematick

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12 days ago

And we finished with some evening backlighting🦢 I can't wait to share this incredible wedding day- by @ashleykematick

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14 days ago

I like to imagine Bridal Sessions will always be a Southern bride staple.

I knew before we ever left that afternoon that these would be some of my favorites. There’s just something about them that I love so much. They feel like they could have been taken decades ago. by @ashleykematick

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14 days ago

Abigail & Tucker 🦢

What a beautiful day this was. From the rich fall colors and intricate details to the sweetest, most emotional moments throughout the day, everything felt so perfectly them.

But more than anything, their wedding was so full of love. There were moments today that I found myself emotional just watching it all.

So incredibly happy for these two and so thankful I got to capture the beginning of their marriage. A really, really special day. More to come- by @ashleykematick

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19 days ago

What a year it’s been so far. 🤍

So incredibly grateful for every couple who has trusted me to document a piece of their story. The places, the people, the celebrations—I don’t take a second of it for granted.

And somehow, we’re only getting started. The rest of this year is shaping up to be something really special, and it only gets bigger from here. by @ashleykematick

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a month ago

A study in romance, New Orleans. Mrs. Jackson coming soon. by @ashleykematick

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a month ago

Old romance, in the Crescent City—timeless, ethereal, and touched by a little New Orleans magic. This love story feels like it could have belonged to another era. I can't wait to capture this gorgeous wedding day soon. Congratulations Ariana + Branton. by @ashleykematick

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a month ago

Kind of chic to be different. by @ashleykematick

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2 months ago

There was something so fun and effortless about this day.

It had fresh details, clean lines, a little bit of the unexpected—and a bride who genuinely enjoyed every single second of it. 🤍

Caitlin carried so much joy with her throughout the entire day. The kind that shows up in every photograph: laughing with her girls, soaking in the quiet (or not so quiet) moments, and finally walking away hand-in-hand with her husband.

It was a little modern, playful, beautifully classic, and 100% completely her.

CREDITS:
Planning & Coordination | @arliecloud @lamckinnon07
Venue | @fpcnlr
Floral Design | @ashleydaron @delaynat
Bride Details | @prada @lowsbridal
Cakes | @twosisterscateringandcafe
Videography | @brodieblakley
Catering | @emmescott by @ashleykematick

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