Hi, I'm Ally: Your Houston Area Birth & Family Photographer!
a passionate birth photographer, believer of Jesus, wife, and proud mama of two. My journey into the world of birth photography began with my own experiences of motherhood. I've experienced the excitement, the anticipation, and the myriad of emotions that come with both hospital and home births. Having had the privilege of welcoming my own children into the world in both settings, I bring a unique perspective to each birth story. I know the structured, supportive environment of a hospital birth, and the intimate, serene atmosphere of a home birth. This personal experience allows me to connect deeply with your story, ensuring I capture the raw, beautiful moments that reflect your unique birth experience. Having gone through both hospital and home births, I deeply understand the emotions, strength, and beauty that come with each unique birth story.
Every stage of motherhood, from pregnancy to those first precious moments with your newborn, holds a special place in my heart. I believe in capturing these fleeting moments with authenticity and love, preserving them as timeless memories for you and your family. My approach to photography is all about connection. I aim to create a warm, supportive environment where you feel comfortable and empowered. Whether it’s the anticipation of pregnancy, the raw and powerful experience of birth, or the tender early days with your newborn, I am here to document your story with sensitivity and care.
Being a mom myself, I know how quickly time flies and how important it is to cherish each stage of this incredible journey. After my son was born, I battled postpartum depression and it's heartbreaking to admit I don't remember very many moments from his first year of life. In the midst of all the hard, I picked my camera up to document the fleeting details like his tiny feet, his gummy smile, and the way he relaxed in my embrace. Years later, those photos are so special to me because when I look back I reminisce on those first moments and how precious they were. But, I still wish I had more of us together instead of me being the one behind the camera.
It’s an honor to be invited into your lives to capture these intimate moments, and I’m committed to delivering images that reflect the true essence of your family’s love and connection. Thank you for considering me to be a part of your story. I can’t wait to meet you and help preserve these beautiful memories for you to treasure forever.
Love, Ally
MY WHY
My passion is supporting Mamas. My goal as a birth photographer is not just to take pictures, but to create a supportive and empowering space for you. I believe in the power of photography to tell your unique story—the story of your courage, your connection with your baby, and the love that surrounds you. I want to create space for you to be empowered through your birth. I am here to document these intimate moments with sensitivity and care, ensuring that you have beautiful, timeless memories to look back on and treasure forever.
My Little Family
Photos by Ashley Newman Photography
Photography is one of the only investments that gains value as time passes. I remember when my mom pulled the box from the top of her closet full of memories she had saved on film. Although I may not remember every event, I can see the joy she felt watching me experience everything for the first time. Being a Mom myself, I have no doubt those days were full of obstacles, but all I see as her daughter is the way she took care of me. I look forward to sharing a similar moment with my children one day when they have their own families. We take family photos at least once a year, and I am overcome by emotion when I see them. I want my babies to have images of their parents to look back on and remember how loved they are. Because, when the mess is cleaned up and the house is quiet at night, all your children remember is how much fun they had with their Mama.
I want to hear your story!
"PHOTOGRAPHY IS A WAY OF FEELING, OF TOUCHING, OF LOVING. WHAT YOU HAVE CAUGHT ON FILM IS CAPTURED FOREVER... IT REMEMBERS LITTLE THINGS, LONG AFTER YOU HAVE FORGOTTEN EVERYTHING."
- AARON SISKINDENTER