WELCOME

WELCOME

Portrait of Ashley, florist and photographer, smiling amongst her floral creations.
Portrait of Ashley, florist and photographer, smiling amongst her floral creations.

About Me

Hi, I'm Ashley - a lifestyle photographer based in Gilbert, Arizona, serving families and couples across Queen Creek, Chandler, San Tan Valley, and the rest of the East Valley.

As an Arizona native and a woman of faith, I’m passionate about using photography to celebrate God’s goodness and the beauty of life’s most meaningful moments. Whether I’m capturing a joyful family session in the desert, a cozy in-home newborn session, or a sweet engagement session that marks the beginning of forever, my heart is to create timeless, natural images that reflect the love and light God has placed in your life.

Why Copper and Coal?

Copper:

Proud member of the Arizona born and raised club! Copper is one of AZ’s 5 Cs (IYKYK) and a big part of our history as a state. I wanted my name to showcase this desert state that I love so much.

Copper:

Proud member of the Arizona born and raised club! Copper is one of AZ’s 5 Cs (IYKYK) and a big part of our history as a state. I wanted my name to showcase this desert state that I love so much.

Copper:

Proud member of the Arizona born and raised club! Copper is one of AZ’s 5 Cs (IYKYK) and a big part of our history as a state. I wanted my name to showcase this desert state that I love so much.

Copper and Coal Photos and her child behind the scenes of a motherhood photoshoot in Gilbert, AZ

Coal:
In the Bible, coal represents transformation, strength, & overcoming obstacles - a consistent theme in my life. Coal is also part of my firstborn’s name, my main inspiration for starting my business.

Copper and Coal Photos and her child behind the scenes of a motherhood photoshoot in Gilbert, AZ

Coal:
In the Bible, coal represents transformation, strength, & overcoming obstacles - a consistent theme in my life. Coal is also part of my firstborn’s name, my main inspiration for starting my business.

Copper and Coal Photos and her child behind the scenes of a motherhood photoshoot in Gilbert, AZ

Coal:
In the Bible, coal represents transformation, strength, & overcoming obstacles - a consistent theme in my life. Coal is also part of my firstborn’s name, my main inspiration for starting my business.

Connection Over Perfection—How I capture Your Family's Real Story

It's not about the perfect smiles or stiff poses. I'm here to capture the beauty of your family's unique connection, exactly as you are.

It's not about the perfect smiles or stiff poses. I'm here to capture the beauty of your family's unique connection, exactly as you are.

I capture your family’s story with real, unscripted moments, not stiff poses.

Candid couples lifestyle photoshoot in San Tan Valley, Arizona, capturing a joyful moment of a man carrying his partner on his back in a desert landscape.
Candid couples lifestyle photoshoot in San Tan Valley, Arizona, capturing a joyful moment of a man carrying his partner on his back in a desert landscape.
In-home newborn lifestyle photoshoot in Chandler, Arizona, featuring parents with their newborn baby and family dog on a bed.
In-home newborn lifestyle photoshoot in Chandler, Arizona, featuring parents with their newborn baby and family dog on a bed.

I use prompts to spark natural interactions—laughter, quiet moments, and everything in between.

Expect a calm, joyful atmosphere where you can truly be yourselves.

Golden hour couples photoshoot capturing a tender moment between a woman with long dark hair and a man with glasses and a beard.
Golden hour couples photoshoot capturing a tender moment between a woman with long dark hair and a man with glasses and a beard.
Lifestyle family photoshoot in Arizona, showing a heartwarming scene of a father tossing his baby in the air as the mother lovingly holds their other infant.
Lifestyle family photoshoot in Arizona, showing a heartwarming scene of a father tossing his baby in the air as the mother lovingly holds their other infant.

Together, we’ll create meaningful memories that tell the authentic story of your family’s love.

Ready to Capture Your Story?

Let’s create something beautiful—
photos that capture the real, the honest, and the heart of your family.

Ready to Capture Your Story?

Let’s create something beautiful—
photos that capture the real, the honest, and the heart of your family.

Ready to Capture Your Story?

Let’s create something beautiful—
photos that capture the real, the honest, and the heart of your family.

Gilbert, Arizona

& surrounding areas


Photographer based in Gilbert, AZ, serving the surrounding East Valley areas. Specializes in maternity, lifestyle, couples, family, and portrait photography.


thecoppercoal@gmail.com

Gilbert, Arizona

& surrounding areas


Photographer based in Gilbert, AZ, serving the surrounding East Valley areas. Specializes in maternity, lifestyle, couples, family, and portrait photography.


thecoppercoal@gmail.com

Gilbert, Arizona

& surrounding areas


Photographer based in Gilbert, AZ, serving the surrounding East Valley areas. Specializes in maternity, lifestyle, couples, family, and portrait photography.


thecoppercoal@gmail.com