# Ashley Bell | Ashley Bell Photography
> Professional photographer and visual storyteller based in Thornton, Colorado, specializing in authentic portraiture, weddings, and landscapes with a foundation in military photojournalism.
## Summary
Ashley Bell is a professional photographer with over 15 years of experience behind the camera. His work is defined by a "storytelling first" approach, shaped by his background as a photojournalist in the U.S. Air Force and Air National Guard. He specializes in capturing authentic, real-life moments for families, couples, and professionals, as well as high-quality landscape photography.
## Expertise & Services
- **Weddings & Engagements:** Full-day coverage, elopements, and engagement sessions. Offers specialized "Heirloom" and "Adventure" packages, including film photography options.
- **Portraits:** Senior portraits, professional headshots, and event photography.
- **Families:** Lifestyle and outdoor family sessions ranging from 30-minute minis to 2-hour "Family Story" packages.
- **Landscapes:** Custom landscape photography for homes and offices, focusing on Colorado and mountain vistas.
## Core Navigation
- [About Ashley](https://www.ashleybell.info/about/): Background on his 15-year career and military photojournalism experience.
- [Weddings & Engagements](https://www.ashleybell.info/weddings/): Details on wedding collections and engagement session types.
- [Families & Loved Ones](https://www.ashleybell.info/families/): Pricing and package details for family sessions.
- [Landscapes](https://www.ashleybell.info/landscapes/): Custom prints and landscape gallery.
- [Contact/FAQ](https://www.ashleybell.info/contact/): Booking information, travel policies, and turnaround times.
## Service Area & Logistics
- **Primary Location:** Thornton, Colorado.
- **Service Areas:** Greater Denver Area, Front Range, and available for travel worldwide.
- **Standard Turnaround:** 2'963 weeks for portraits; 4'966 weeks for weddings.
- **Booking:** Requires a 50% non-refundable retainer to secure dates.
## Key Photography Packages
- **The Heirloom Collection:** 12+ hours of wedding coverage, two photographers, and $500 print credit.
- **Family Story Package:** 2 hours, 2 locations, 50+ edited images.
- **The Adventure Session:** 2-hour engagement/elopement session with travel within 150 miles.
## Metadata
- **Focus:** Authentic, storytelling-driven, and high-resolution digital and film photography.
- **Keywords:** Colorado Wedding Photographer, Thornton Family Photography, Denver Senior Portraits, Military Veteran Photographer, Photojournalism, Landscape Art.
- **Contact:** Reachable via the web form at ashleybell.info/contact.