The Quest for the Perfect Prom Dress: Embracing Couture in the Prom Season Prom night, the best time of high school memories, is fast approaching, and the quest for the perfect prom dress is on. While the trends may come and go, one thing remains constant: the desire to look and feel extraordinary. This prom […]

Finding The Perfect Prom Dress

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Celebrate Women Over 40 with Glamour Portraits In a world that often idolizes youth, it’s crucial to remember that beauty knows no age. Every stage of life brings its unique charm and elegance, and women over 40 have a wealth of experience, wisdom, and confidence that deserves to be celebrated. That’s why I firmly believe […]

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Celebrate: Women over 40 Portraits

Ashlie Steinau Photography Senior Portraits

SENIOR PORTRAIT ADVICE FOR PARENTS OF HIGH SCHOOL JUNIORS! Hey there, parents of high school juniors! Can you believe it’s already time to start thinking about senior portraits? I know, I know – time flies – TRUST ME – my twins are also High School Juniors right now – and the idea of our kids […]

Senior Portrait Advice

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Corrina is a 16-year-old from Wallingford, and a Sophomore at Sheehan High School. A vision of grace and beauty, her long legs and effortless poise make her the perfect vision of a ballerina. Corrina’s journey with me began on a day filled with Nutcracker rehearsals, which only added to the magic of her portrait experience. […]

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Grace in Motion: Exploring Corrina the Ballerina

In a world where every moment is documented, it’s ironic how we’re gradually losing our connection to our own memories. We are, without a doubt, the most photographed generation in history, with smartphones capturing every smile, every step, and every precious moment. But what’s missing in our digital age is the art of preserving those […]

Capturing the Heart of Your Family: The Power of Wall Art

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Dance Until Your Heart Leaps with Joy: Portraits with ArielWe had the privilege of spending a day with Ariel, a 13-year-old dancer whose passion for the art form knows no bounds. What unfolded was an inspiring journey through the world of dance and the profound impact it has on her life. Ariel’s passion for dance […]

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Dance Until Your Heart Leaps with Joy: Portraits with Ariel

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Family The true meaning of the holidays is spending time with your family. Time goes by quickly, and families change over the years. Capture the love your family has for one another and re-live these moments while telling new stories. The Magic of Childhood Thanksgiving passes, and we start to decorate our homes for the […]

6 Joyful Ways to Teach the True Meaning of the Holidays!

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In light of International Women’s Day, I just have to talk about one of the most badass women I know:  Mackenzie Wilson. Mackenzie (aka, Miss Mackenzie to her students) is a special education teacher for Wallingford Public Schools.  Not only is she a superhero in the school’s classroom, ensuring her students get what they educationally […]

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Mackenzie – Barans Kenpo Karate

We all love to get together with family over the holidays.  Between extended relatives coming to visit, children coming home from college, or just getting together with friends we haven’t seen all year, this is the perfect season to create memories with them. Why not capture those moments too? If you’re like most people, I […]

The Holidays: Do You Have Extended Family Coming In?

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How to Mix All the Colors The goal for coordinating outfits is to visually break up the colors and shades so that you’re not all wearing the same color on top and bottom (like everyone in blue jeans with white shirts). The more you can mix it up, the better! I encourage you to think […]

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