Business Details
36 Years
experience
Your Trusted Wedding & Portrait Photography Studio
Martello Photography is a professional photography and design studio based in Ashtabula, Ohio, specializing in capturing life's most meaningful moments. With over 30 years of experience in the industry, our founder Heather Martello brings a unique blend of traditional film expertise and modern digital techniques to every project. We offer comprehensive photography services including weddings, boudoir sessions, senior portraits, family portraits, and branding headshots, serving clients throughout Ohio and beyond. Our team consists exclusively of professional photographers with no trainees or apprentices, ensuring consistently high-quality results. We prioritize authentic storytelling through natural, photojournalistic styles while incorporating artistic elements like black-and-white and vintage edits.Our studio maintains a warm, welcoming environment that puts clients at ease during sessions, and we provide full support from initial consultation through final product delivery. We offer professional social media content creation services for businesses, combining visual storytelling with strategic marketing. Our physical studio space at 1009 Bridge Street showcases print and album samples for client selection. We accommodate out-of-town clients through virtual consultations and offer flexible payment plans to suit different needs. Our commitment to excellence is demonstrated through our 30-day turnaround for wedding edits and comprehensive post-production services including watermarked preview galleries.
Services
Wedding Photography
Boudoir Sessions
Senior Portraits
Family Portraits
Social Media Content
Details
- Year established: 1990
Highlights and features
- 30+ years of professional photography experience from film to digital eras
- Experienced team with no trainees or apprentices during client sessions
- Travel capabilities for weddings nationwide
- Flexible payment plans available upon request
- Comprehensive post-production services with 30-60 day turnaround
What people say
Dream come true
Professional yet sympathetic
Fun process
No stress
Gained a friend
Services
Wedding Photography
Documenting weddings with photojournalistic style and artistic enhancements. Services include full-day coverage, professional editing, and multiple delivery formats. Our experienced team captures authentic moments while maintaining discretion throughout events. Clients receive watermarked preview galleries within days and final edited collections within 30-60 days.
Boudoir Sessions
Creating empowering, artistic portraits that celebrate personal confidence and beauty. Sessions include professional posing guidance, styling assistance, and a comfortable studio environment. We specialize in making clients feel at ease while producing sophisticated images that highlight individuality through natural lighting and artistic composition techniques.
Senior Portraits
Commemorating milestone achievements with personalized portrait sessions. Our services include location flexibility, prop/backdrop options, and styling guidance. We focus on capturing authentic expressions and creating timeless images that reflect each senior's unique personality and accomplishments through both traditional and creative posing techniques.
Family Portraits
Creating lasting memories through coordinated family photography sessions. We offer both studio and location options with customized posing arrangements for various family dynamics. Our approach emphasizes natural interactions and expressions, using professional lighting techniques to ensure high-quality images that beautifully document family connections across generations.
Social Media Content
Developing professional visual content strategies for businesses through curated photography and graphic design. Services include content calendars, branded graphics, and strategic posting schedules. We create cohesive visual identities that enhance online presence through professional photography combined with targeted content planning and analytics-driven optimization.
People
Heather Martello
Owner/Head Photographer
With over 30 years of professional photography experience, Heather Martello specializes in capturing authentic moments through natural lighting and artistic composition. Formerly a newspaper photographer at the Tampa Tribune, she brings photojournalistic expertise to weddings and portraits while maintaining a warm, client-focused approach in her Ashtabula studio.
Questions
What photography services do you offer?
We specialize in wedding photography, boudoir sessions, senior portraits, family portraits, and branding headshots. We also create social media content for businesses.
How do we book your services?
Secure your date with a $500 non-refundable retainer, with the balance due one month before your event. Flexible payment plans available upon request.
Do you travel for weddings?
Yes, we travel anywhere for weddings. Half of our weddings serve out-of-town clients with virtual consultations available.
How long does post-production take?
Wedding edits typically take 30-60 days. Watermarked preview galleries with social media sneak peeks are shared within days after the event.
What makes you different from amateur photographers?
We use professional-grade equipment, have extensive experience in varied lighting conditions, and maintain backup gear to ensure flawless execution during critical moments.
Do you offer physical products?
Yes, we provide print samples and canvas options in our studio. Digital files are delivered without watermarks upon final payment.
