My name is Ashley Maddalena. For as long as I can remember, I have loved taking my camera, going out and taking photographs of everything whether it be nature or friends and family. Photography started out as a hobby for me, but as I grew older I realized that photography was something I wanted to do as a career. I am 22 years old and I am attending Western Michigan University for photography and film/media. My love for photography is in the "natural" pictures, there is nothing more beautiful than capturing the moment exactly as it happens and being able to retain it forever. My love for photography comes through in my pictures whether they are formal or a casual day in the park, the choice is yours.