Hi, I am Allison Barto.

I am a Pennsylvania native. My grandmother gave me my first camera for my 8th birthday. I grew up in Malvern and received my BA in Advertising from Penn State University (and briefly minored in Photography). After graduating I moved to Philadelphia and worked in advertising. My advertising career took me to sales and then into the logistics field. During this time I continued to enjoy photography as a hobby and as my skills improved I began freelancing for The Town Dish, Chester County Hospital, West Chester University, Weber Gallagher, and the West Chester Parks and Recreation Department shooting a variety of events and parties, which led to shooting weddings. 

In 2013 I purchased a flower shop in downtown West Chester, joined the Greater West Chester Chamber of Commerce and also worked closely with many local businesses on various collaborations. Additionally I attained a Consulting Certification from the Association of Accredited Small Business Consultants (AASBC). 

In addition to having a passion for freezing poignant and humorous moments in time, I’m an innovative and agile problem-solver with strong attention to detail. 

I’ve been a West Chester resident since 2003 and reside in East Bradford Township with my husband, Brian, our son, Knox, and our two cats, Oogie and Boogie, in a 1700s farmhouse.

Contact me if you’d like to discuss elevating your brand in the marketplace.