Business Details
Your Trusted Houston Lifestyle Portrait Photography Studio
Founded by Ashley Kesner, Essence Captured Photography specializes in lifestyle portrait photography that preserves life's most meaningful moments. Our expertise spans newborn, maternity, children, and family photography, with a focus on capturing authentic emotions and creating timeless artwork. Each session is tailored to reflect your unique story, utilizing a curated selection of backgrounds and props to enhance the visual narrative. Our post-session process includes meticulous image editing aligned with our artistic vision, ensuring every detail honors the memories you cherish. We provide sneak previews through our blog and social media platforms, allowing clients to share in the excitement of their captured moments.With a commitment to quality and personalized service, we aim to deliver photographs that transcend trends and become treasured family heirlooms. Our approach emphasizes natural interactions over rigid posing, creating images that resonate with genuine emotion. The studio's dedication to excellence is evident in every aspect, from initial consultation to final delivery. Clients benefit from a streamlined booking process and access to a growing collection of creative options. Our work serves as both personal mementos and artistic statements, designed to adorn homes with meaningful visual stories.
Services
Newborn Photography
Maternity Portraits
Family Sessions
Senior Portraits
Lifestyle Headshots
Highlights and features
- We specialize in capturing authentic family moments with artistic precision.
- Our sessions include customized background and prop selections.
- We provide post-session image processing with artistic attention to detail.
- Clients receive sneak previews through our blog and social media platforms.
- Our work focuses on creating timeless, emotionally resonant family heirlooms.
Services
Newborn Photography
Specialized newborn photography sessions that capture the delicate details and natural interactions of your baby's earliest days. Our approach prioritizes safety and comfort while creating timeless images that document this fleeting stage. The 1-3 hour session includes customized setups with props and backdrops to complement your personal style.
Family Sessions
Custom family photography sessions designed to document your unique relationships and milestones. We focus on natural interactions rather than rigid posing, creating images that reflect your family's authentic dynamics. Sessions include access to our evolving collection of backdrops and props for personalized visual storytelling.
Maternity Portraits
Artistic maternity photography celebrating the beauty of pregnancy and the transition to parenthood. Our sessions emphasize emotional connection and body positivity, creating empowering images that honor this significant life chapter. Each session includes artistic post-processing to enhance the natural elegance of these moments.
Senior Portraits
Custom senior portrait sessions that capture individual personality and achievements during this milestone year. We combine traditional and lifestyle photography approaches to create images that reflect both personal style and academic accomplishments. Sessions include multiple outfit changes and location options.
Lifestyle Headshots
Contemporary lifestyle headshots designed for personal branding and professional use. Our approach blends traditional portraiture with modern aesthetics to create images that convey authenticity and approachability. Sessions include wardrobe consultation and multiple outfit options to match your professional identity.
People
Ashley Kesner
Founder
Ashley Kesner is a Houston-based lifestyle portrait photographer specializing in newborns, families, and life milestones. With over a decade of experience, she creates emotionally resonant images that prioritize authenticity over perfection. Her work focuses on capturing natural connections and transforming everyday moments into lasting art.
Questions
What types of photography sessions do you offer?
We specialize in newborn, maternity, family, senior, and lifestyle headshot sessions, each tailored to capture your unique story and personal milestones.
How long do portrait sessions typically last?
Sessions range from 1-3 hours depending on the type, allowing time for outfit changes, breaks, and capturing multiple setups that reflect your personal style.
Do you provide props and backdrops?
Yes, we offer a curated selection of backdrops and props that evolve with current trends while maintaining timeless elements for versatile styling options.
How do I view my session photos?
Clients receive an online gallery with fully edited images. We also share sneak previews on our blog and social media platforms during the editing process.
What should we wear for family portraits?
We provide wardrobe guidance focusing on coordinating colors and textures that complement your home decor while maintaining comfort and personal style.
How far in advance should I book?
We recommend booking 2-3 months ahead, especially for popular seasons like fall and holidays, though we accommodate urgent requests when possible.
