The Nest At Ruth Farms Wedding Venue | Ellen Ashton Photography | Dallas Wedding Photographers

I had the pleasure of visiting The Nest a Ruth Farms! This stunning, new venue is nestled in Ponder, Tx. 

As a walked into the venue I was created with one of the owners, Whitney! She is truly one of the kindest souls! She took me around the venue and gave me the grand tour! 

Something that is really great about the nest is the friendly atmosphere as well as the blank canvas that their venue provides for brides getting married there! As you can see the venue photographs like a dream! Which to me is so important! 

I think one of my favorite things that the Nest provides for their brides is an indoor ceremony option, as well as great places to take photos indoors should weather turn bad. This is something that as a photographer I think is so valuable! Of course, we always pray for good weather! But, it's nice to have the option if you need it and know that you will still have stunning images!

I think the Nest is a great option for any bride looking for a venue!

The Farmhouse Weddings in Montgomery, Texas | Ellen Ashton Photography

It has been such a long time since I have blogged. Honestly, I miss it. So, I thought I would sit down and show all you lovelies one of my favorite shoots from 2016.

The Farmhouse "thanksgiving" inspired wedding shoot was one that dreams are made of. We had an outstanding team of vendors who worked hard to make this idea come to life. I adore the idea of a thanksgiving wedding! Gathered together with all your loved ones, celebrating the union of marriage all while partaking in amazing food and lots of laughter... It's kind of perfect! Honestly, I loved working with this talented group of hardworking people and I can't wait to work with them more!

Enjoy!  

Venue: The Farmhouse

Designer/Planner: Rachel D'annunzio with Wed & Prosper 

Calligraphy: The Sensible Type

Cookies: Cakes and Cookies by Clau

Rentals: Something Goode Vintage Rentals

Drinks: Elle Talk

Hair & Makeup: Analisa Hastings

Cake: Cakes by Gina

Bridal Salon: Whittington Bridal

Bridesmaid dresses: Vow to be Chic 

Men's ware: The Black Tux

Food: Red Sage Catering

Model: Atak Crafts

Flowers: Urban Rubbish Weddinngs 

Dress designer: Calla Blanche

Plates & Glasses Pretty Little Plates

Video: Eddie Spaghetti

Photographer: Ellen Ashton Photography

Northeast Wedding Chapel | Dallas Engagement Photos | Payton and Alyson's Engagement Session | Ellen Ashton Photography

I have no words for Payton and Alyson's engagement session. 

Ok, that's a lie.. I always have something to say! ;-) 

Payton and Alyson's engagement session was so much fun to capture. They really had so many personal touches incorporated into their engagement session that made the love they share sparkle bright in the photographs. The last portion of the session we went to the land where they plan to build their home as husband and wife. How precious is that?! I just love all the thoughtful, romantic and dreamy pieces that went into this session so much!

One of the things I adore about this couple is the genuine love they share for each other. I have known Alyson for almost 20 years and as I went through their film I began to tear up at how happy they are in the pictures and how much Payton just adores Alyson. All the sweet smiles, tender touches and loving glances are just a testament to how truly delighted they are to have each other. Their excitement is so contagious and I absolutely cannot wait for their April wedding!

Congratulations to these two on their engagement. They deserve all the happiness in the world! 

Much love, 

-E 

Lost Gulch Lookout Engagement Inspiration Photos | Jana and James Session | Ellen Ashton Photography

I have been DYING to share these photos from Jana and James's gorgeous Rocky Mountain session. 

There is something so majestic about the Rocky Mountains. The colors of the trees, the cool breeze and the scenic view all create the perfect setting for a couples session! 

I met Jana this past February at Sarah & Brendan's  Colorado wedding, and I knew when I met her that she was a sweet and genuine person. I so enjoyed getting to hang out, photograph and to get to know her better as well as her light hearted boyfriend, James.

Jana and James were total rock stars at this session! Believe it or not, the weather was not "all that and a bag of chips"... It was actually quite cold and it had been raining moments before we started the session, not to mention we were basically standing on a cliff!! BUT those things didn't stop us! These two were amazing sports and I could not be more pleased with how awesome the pictures turned out. 

I hope you all enjoy these pictures as much as we enjoyed capturing them! 

Much love, 

-E 

Clark Garden's Bridal Photos in Weatherford Texas | Ellen Ashton Photography | Dallas Wedding Photographers

I am so excited to finally share part one of Ashton's Bridal Session!

I met Ashton through my college roommate and treasured friend, Hillary. Ashton and Hillary went to high school together and continued being great friends long after. 

I am so honored to have been able to photograph Ashton's engagement, bridal and wedding photos!

Being able to capture all three sessions is a photographers dream! Mainly because it gives me the opportunity to really get to know my clients so that I can serve, capture and just over all understand them better on their actual wedding day. Which, was yesterday!

Kevin & Ashton's wedding was an absolute dream! I will for sure be sharing some photo's of their wedding day on my Facebook page later this week. So, be sure and follow (click here) me on my Facebook page so you don't miss the sneak peek! 

I have so enjoyed becoming great friends with Ashton through her wedding process and feel so honored to have been apart of this special time in her life. 

She is both beautiful and kind. Kevin is one lucky man to have scooped up this treasure! 

I hope you enjoy part one of Ashton's bridal session! Stay tuned to see part two in just a few weeks! Part two has a special surprise that comes along with it! 

Much love, 

-E 

Vendor Credits:

Dress: Pence and Panache Bridal Shop

Flowers: Town and Country Floral Gallery

Venue: Clark Gardens