Ashleigh Schwindt Photography

F&M Calendar 2012

Ashleigh — Wed, 25 Jan 2012 03:01:05 +0000

I had the opportunity to shoot for F&M Bank’s 2012 calendar this past fall. I was beyond stoked and honored to be asked, and to see my photography in that form, knowing THAT many calendars got printed and passed out. My photography will brace walls for a whole year!!! It’s great having a box full of calendars that are filled with only my work, and then going to my bank and seeing them in the window. SO STINKIN’ COOL!!!!

The calendar consists of historical and/or pretty places around Franklin, Fulton, and Cumberland Co.’s. There were very specific places I had to travel too, and I actually discovered a lot of new places I’ve never been before. It was all around a great experience!

Thank you Melissa for thinking of me, working with me, and making one of my dreams come true!

Below is the order of the calendar. Some months have two pictures. If you want one, shoot me an email! I’d be happy to share! Enjoy!

Locations are as follows: Franklin Co Historical Society, Tayamentasachta, Dykeman Pond, Renfrew Museum and Park, Burnt Cabins Grist Mill, Chambers Fort Park, Local Landscape of Fulton Co, Mont Alto Emmanuel Chapel, Fulton House, Children’s Lake, Norlo Park, Two Mile House.

My 2011 Favorites

Ashleigh — Thu, 05 Jan 2012 06:00:28 +0000

Here are my favorite pictures from Ashleigh Schwindt Photography in 2011 in no particular order. Happy New Year everyone!

Becka

Ashleigh — Tue, 06 Dec 2011 02:31:16 +0000

Meet Becka. She has the most amazing smile and laugh, it was SO infectious. I absolutely loved photographing her! What else did I love about this shoot? THE CAR!!! ahhhhhhhh, yes please. Becka’s mom and her wanted to have a little something extra for her session, and that Chevelle definitely did the trick. I offered to barter photography services with car rentals, but for some reason they didn’t go for that!? Hmm, wonder why?! Ha! Her dad restores classic cars, and this is just one of many he has. This car was immaculate, he does excellent work!

Becka was so much fun, easy to get along with, so sweet, so kind. And that smile! That smile made my camera HAPPY! Thanks Becka for allowing me to capture your inside and out beauty!

Enjoy!

Random Thoughts

Ashleigh — Fri, 02 Dec 2011 04:42:12 +0000

It’s been awhile… and I have so many random thoughts….

-My life is dramatic. Some say it’s because I’m a dramatic person. Some say it’s because I like conflict. Some say it’s because I think too much. It’s all of those things. I’m dramatic because I don’t put up with normal things that people easily write off and don’t care about. I’m dramatic because I care too much about stupid stuff. Sometimes it’s good, most of the time it just gets in people’s way.

-My life at this moment a week ago was literally the complete opposite of what it is today. And I, ever in a million years, would have or could have guessed things and people could change that drastically so quickly.

-I guess that’s just me being dramatic again.

-I went to go buy all new Christmas ornaments this evening. A few years ago I bought black ornaments, and mixed them in with silver and white ornaments. They don’t make black Christmas balls anymore. I was bummed.

-My cat jumps into the refrigerator whenever I open the door. It’s so odd.

-She’s also more dog like of any cat I’ve ever known or seen, and I love her for that.

-Ella strangely knows when I need space from her or when I need her close, and does accordingly. That isn’t a cat thing. She’s perfect for me. I didn’t think cats could read emotions as well as she does. Ella is a wonderful pet. She will be getting a load of catnip and those gross smelling treats she loves so much in her stocking this year.

-I love Christmas time for two reasons. Christmas Blend at Starbucks and Harry Connick Jr Christmas music. Everything else about this month sucks.

-Speaking of Christmas, I just bought my daughter 50 glittery snowflakes that I will be hanging on her ceiling for Christmas decorations. We went to the South Mountain Inn for Thanksgiving this year, and they decorated a dining room with a whole bunch of snowflakes that Chloe loved. I think it’s going to look awesome!!!!!

-Yeah……Thanksgiving. I didn’t cook for the first time in 14 years. I’ve always had a major role in the Thanksgiving dinner, even as a teenager. And I didn’t do a thing this year. It was heavenly. I helped a friend out prepping her bird, and she made the one I always make. So at least I know the bacon wrapped maple turkey still lived in infamy, or died in infamy I guess… and even if it wasn’t for me, I know it was enjoyed.

-There are some things you don’t ever want to be proven “right” on. Usually when you say (or think) “I told you so!” you feel some sort of enjoyment from it. It sucks when that thing you always believed deep down in your heart, and everyone fought against you on, turns out to be 100% true. You always knew it… But the moment when you have a specific “proven right” date……really sucks.

-I know a lot of people’s secrets. When I think about it….people should be nicer to me. To my face AND behind my back.

-I am able to say my last “random thought” because I have absolutely nothing in the world to lose.

-I am also able to say that because I know it won’t change anything.

-Wow, I feel like this random thoughts is depressing, bitter, and negative.

-I also feel like no one really reads this anymore anyways… so it doesn’t really matter. I feel like I’m just talking to the internet, and anyone who might read this, besides my mom, is probably just judging me anyways.

-Trying to think of something positive and light hearted to say………..

-It’s hard for me to think of something positive and light hearted to say.

-I’m not in a good place right now. I’m def in a “I don’t give a shit” phase. (sorry for the language mom) I feel like I’ve spent the last 10 years of my life trying to make something work while simultaneously trying to to destroy it. And now that everything is said and done… I just feel like I wasted so much time. I lost so many opportunities. I messed up so many things up. I hurt so many people. I gave up on so many dreams. I didn’t do what I really wanted to do with my life. And it’s so hard to try to get back into the “you have your whole life ahead of you” phase. I feel like that moment has passed. I feel so inadequate.

-I’m not as resilient as someone thinks I am.

Pretend this statement is a picture

Frey Family

Ashleigh — Sat, 26 Nov 2011 04:15:07 +0000

Meet the Fray Family. This is yet another very delayed blog post I forgot to post from awhile back. Look, they’re wearing shorts and t-shirts! Does anyone remember that weather? Ah… to go back to summer…….with sunshine…..and warmth…. ok, ok, back to the blog post! Yes, the Frey Family. These guys were super fun to work with. They were a little nervous at first, but after a few snaps, they were getting more and more comfortable. We went to an old farm house out in Mercersburg, which was so beautiful. I loved going to a new location, and trying to find new shots. It was refreshing and I was so thankful they suggested it!

Thanks Frey Family for a great shoot and fun times!!!

Enjoy!

Dupont Family – Fall 2011

Ashleigh — Tue, 15 Nov 2011 01:57:34 +0000

Re meet the Dupont Family. I’ve photographed them a handful of times, and my last blog post was actually these little cutie’s aunt Blair.

These kids are a riot and crack me up. I always have a good time trying my absolute hardest to get them to be my friend and smile for me. They don’t make my job easy, but it’s VERY rewarding if/when it happens! The effort is worth it, and I always have a good time with them!

Thanks Kirsten, Charlie, Nolan, and Caroline!! Until next time :)

Enjoy!

Blair

Ashleigh — Wed, 02 Nov 2011 02:21:03 +0000

Meet Blair. I’ve photographed her sister, Megan, and her brother Charlie and his family before, and she was the last of the bunch to get photographed. So when she needed senior pictures taken this fall, they contacted me, and I was excited to photograph her!

She was so sweet and gorgeous!!! I love all her freckles and think they are just so beautiful! I also finally met the mom of the group, Missy, who just cracked me up the whole time. Missy is a riot and it was so entertaining and hilarious to spend an hour with her. This was a really fun shoot with a lot of laughs and some gorgeous photos.

Enjoy!

Nicholas’s First Day

Ashleigh — Sun, 30 Oct 2011 04:40:50 +0000

It snowed today. I hate snow. I hate hate hate snow. I don’t enjoy being cold, or shoveling, or driving in the snow, or even playing in the snow. And it snowed today. IN OCTOBER!!!! I remember, as a kid, when it snowed on Halloween. Even getting a huge bag of candy didn’t make snow okay. I just throw my fists up in the air with a big “Grrrr!!” to the snow. We’re not friends.

So, like I was saying, it snowed. And I realized I have sessions I haven’t blogged from when it was nice and warm and sunny and pleasant outside. So tonight I am sharing one of those with you to enjoy. And for me to remember the warm times. :)

You guys are all familiar with the Schlotterbeck’s and their presence on my blog. They asked me to take pictures of Nicholas’s first day of school. Like I said in my Sneak Peek, I was more than thrilled. I love photographing this family. They are all so gorgeous and super photogenic, which makes my job really easy! I know it’s two months later, and Nicholas is an old pro at his school career now, but it would be a shame to not share these with you, even if they are super late. C’mon guys, you know how I am with blogging!! And besides, it’s still that reminder of a time without coats, gloves, scarves, and boots! It’s gonna be a long winter…….

Enjoy!

Erin – Class of 2012

Ashleigh — Sun, 09 Oct 2011 19:41:18 +0000

Meet Erin. She has the bluest of blue eyes I’ve ever seen, and I was thrilled to photograph them. You might even be thinking, ‘Wow, Ashleigh, you shouldn’t “pop” her eyes in editing so much, it just looks unreal and fake, and that trick is way overdone” Well, let me just say this folks… I didn’t TOUCH her eyes in post. Not even a little. Sure, I edited the picture, like I normally do, but Erin’s eye just shone threw in every picture!! Can anyone say GORGEOUS?!

Erin is actually just as beautiful a person inside as out. She is so sweet and smiley and kind. She was up for anything and happy about it all. It truly was a joy. Her mom and sister came to her shoot too, and they were ALL incredible people to surround myself with for the hour or so this shoot took. She was a beautiful model, and did everything I asked of her, and more! She brought her game to the table! It was a great night and an easy shoot!!! I was lucky to take her picture!

I am blessed because I feel lucky all the time to take the pictures I do.

Thank you Erin!! You are beautiful!

Enjoy!

Feldman Family

Ashleigh — Tue, 04 Oct 2011 02:20:10 +0000

Meet the Feldman Family, all 13 of them!!! Phew, this was by far the largest family session I have ever had! It was definitely challenging to work with so many people in one shoot, and not have the whole “wedding pose” thing at my disposable. But everyone was really great and nice, and I think it turned out great! Thanks Tammy!! I’m looking forward to our next shoot this month!

Enjoy!