WORKING WITH OTHERS

Instructor reading a children’s book among flowers in a community garden

Woman smiling while using a magnifying viewer

Motion-blurred Queens resident running down 34th Avenue

Community worker leaning against a barricade on a city street

Participant playing a game and laughing with fellow participants

Images are cropped and displayed at reduced resolution. Identifying details may be blurred to protect the privacy of those pictured.

THE WAY I SEE THINGS

A documentary approach keeps things honest, while an editorial eye brings intention to what’s already there. From the rhythm of a kitchen to the energy of a volunteer team, I capture photographs that feel true to the work and help people connect with it.

HI, I’M ASHLEY

A Chicagoland native, I earned my BA from the University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign. My nearly seven years in the nonprofit space have spanned operations, multichannel marketing, and mission-driven storytelling. Having worked on the client side, I know what makes an image useful (not just beautiful).

Now based in New York City, I’m working toward a Photography Certificate through Rhode Island School of Design Continuing Education, studying everything from artistry and technique to equipment, software, and digital asset management.

I’m happiest at board game nights, scrapbooking, and lost in contemporary fiction.

A FEW FAVORITES

Sharing adventures in NYC and beyond on Instagram. It’s also a sandbox for more experimental editing!

The Tetons are teeming with wildlife, big and small. We saw bison, moose (!), a grizzly bear (!!), an elk, pronghorn, a marmot, and a pika.

Thanks to @jacksonholeecotours for some of these incredible sightings. Going with a pro is ALWAYS worth it. T

Mormon Row is iconic, but what got me was the sneaky amount of bird life! Look to the roofs and small gaps for Barn Swallows, Mountain Bluebirds, and Yellow-rumped Warblers (pictured).

A Labor Day weekend well spent in Wyoming! Oxbow Bend was so gorgeous, but really anywhere you go, and any time of day, it’s magic. Morning was my favorite: you could see dozens of stars twinkling, then watch the Tetons blush with pink at sunri

Birds were a central part of my early nonprofit career, so I think it’s fitting they be one of my first posts here!

We were in Cape Town for our honeymoon this May, and unfortunately, there were torrential downpours. The birds still came out t

WHAT ARE YOUR GOALS?

BRANDING

● Portraits

● Interior and exterior spaces

● Planned action shots with light guidance

● Details, including products and food

Investment: $399 for 90 minutes

EVENT COVERAGE

● Speakers, presentations, and performances

● Group shots and crowd scenes

● Candid moments and interactions

● Event details and surroundings

Investment: $499 for 2 hours (additional coverage at $99/hour)

LET’S GET STARTED

GOOD TO KNOW

I primarily work with nonprofits, restaurants, small businesses, and mission-driven organizations. I’m also open to other projects and collaborations.
Yes. Pixel Quill, LLC carries general liability and professional liability insurance. A certificate of insurance is available upon request.
Before the shoot, I’ll learn more about your goals, timeline, how you plan to use the images, and important moments you’d like captured. We’ll also discuss any must-have shots, privacy considerations, or details that will help the day run smoothly.
I’ll arrive early to get familiar with the space and observe the people, details, and activity around me. I’ll focus on capturing moments as they naturally unfold, while offering gentle direction when helpful.
The number of final images varies depending on the project. I carefully review and edit each gallery, selecting the photographs that best capture the day.
I provide professionally edited, high-resolution final images. RAW files are not included.
I’ll keep an eye on the forecast and stay in touch leading up to the shoot. If weather creates challenges, I’ll work with you to adjust the plan or find another option.