Today we’d like to introduce you to Ashley Green.
So, before we jump into specific questions about the business, why don’t you give us some details about you and your story.
I don’t really remember a time when I wasn’t taking photographs. My mom had a 35 mm film camera when I was growing up and I always remember going through rolls of film on that. They were usually silly photos of my family or my cats, but it was always so exciting to bring the film to CVS and wait for it to come back as 4 x 6 photographs you could hold and flip through.
My first digital camera in high school shot onto 3 1/2 in floppy discs and I vividly remember trying to capture every moment of the 2004 Red Sox World Series parade in Boston. I think that’s where my love of photojournalism started. After college, I wasn’t really sure which direction to take with my photography degree but I did an internship with the Sentinel & Enterprise in Fitchburg and I knew there was no turning back, I was hooked. 6 years later and I’ve moved from part-time at the Lowell Sun to full-time at the Sentinel and now, I’ve moved onto the Worcester Telegram.
Ashley Green Photography started mostly out of friends and family asking me to do engagement photos or family photos, and just kind of took off from there. I was really hesitant to commit to weddings because I LOVE wedding photography and I’m such a perfectionist, but now I couldn’t love it more. There’s something so beautiful about being there to capture the love between a couple on one of the most special days in their lives.
We’re always bombarded by how great it is to pursue your passion, etc. – but we’ve spoken with enough people to know that it’s not always easy. Overall, would you say things have been easy for you?
It has definitely not always been a smooth road. Journalism is a tough job and can be really demanding. There definitely aren’t enough women in this industry and sometimes it can feel a little lonely but you really just need to find a mentor that you can lean on. For young women getting into the industry, I would say to push yourself and make sure you get the same opportunities as any other person at your organization. Be confident. Don’t be afraid to make your voice heard. When I learned to speak up for myself, I became more confident in my work. Stay passionate in what you do, and if you ever lose your passion, don’t be afraid to move on to a new opportunity.
We’d love to hear more about Ashley Green Photography.
As far as Ashley Green Photography goes, I’m doing a little bit of everything right now. I really love working with children and families because you just never know what you’re going to get. This summer, I’ve done a few engagements, some family sessions, newborns, and I love when people include their pets! I’m currently working through 5 weddings in the month of August.
I think what I bring to my personal work that sets me apart is my journalistic style. At weddings, of course, you always need those posed family photos for mom and dad to hang up on the wall, but I really love to just sit back and let me couples enjoy themselves and capture the little moments.
What’s the most important piece of advice you could give to a young woman just starting her career?
Have confidence, don’t let people walk all over you, work your butt off, but understand when you need to take a break and let loose, don’t let anyone tell you that you can’t do something.
Contact Info:
- Website: www.ashleygreenphoto.com
- Email: ashleygreenphoto@gmail.com
- Instagram: instagram.com/ashleygreenphotography
- Facebook: facebook.com/ashleygreenphoto
- Twitter: @agreenphotog
- Other: etsy.com/shop/ashleygreenphoto
Image Credit:
Ashley Green Photography
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