True to life. Kept forever.Engagement Photography in Ashland, KY & The Tri-State Area
An engagement session isn't just about getting pretty photos before your wedding. It's about showing up on your wedding day already knowing how this works — already comfortable, already yourselves.
We don’t take“timeless”
photos…
We take photographs that bring you back in the room — exactly the way it felt to be there. Photographs kept for years. That’s what timeless means for us—and it’s what we want for you.
Meet the Team
Hey, I'm Aysia — and that's my husband Xavier.
I fell in love with photography as a teenager. I tagged along with my aunt on her photography sessions. That was honestly it for me. Xavier found his way to it differently — a gifted film camera from a family friend, a muddy puddle, and a photo that came back looking like snow. Those experiences shaped our love for photography.
Now we get to do this together, which is something we don't take for granted. Our style is documentary at its core. We use prompts over stiff posing, film alongside digital. What you get back looks like your day — not a filtered version of it.
We serve couples across the Tri-State area including Boyd County, Huntington, WV, Southern Ohio, and Lexington, KY. And we travel anywhere the right wedding takes us.
We love what we do. We love the people we get to do it for. And we'll take care of you — not just on the day, but every step of the way.
What you can count onEvery photo is edited by us, personally — we enjoy the editing process. We select each picture, edit, and retouch each picture by hand.
Edited by Hand. Always.
Making sure you feel comfortable, fixing a wardrobe, carrying something heavy — if you need a hand, we're there. Photography is our job. Taking care of you is just who we are.
Two Photographers, One Day
It's not just a cute detail that we're husband and wife. It's actually a benefit to you. You're getting two photographers who know each other well, communicate without thinking about it, and are working toward the same result.
We Show Up for You
Alongside digital, we shoot a portion of your day on real 35mm film. It holds onto something digital doesn't quite capture — a warmth, a texture, a feel that's a little more real and a little less processed.
We love Film Photography
Where We Shoot
We have spots we love and go back to often — places where the light is right, the setting feels natural, and couples tend to loosen up quickly. If you have somewhere in mind that means something to you both, we're all for it. A place that's yours will almost always tell a better story than a place that's just pretty.
We shoot throughout Ashland, Boyd County, the Tri-State area, and beyond. If you have a location in mind outside our area, let us know — we travel.
What's Included
Every engagement session includes:
— One hour of coverage
— A mix of 35mm film and digital photography
— Every image edited by hand
— Your full online digital gallery delivered within weeks
— A relaxed, low-pressure experience designed to have you feeling like yourself by the end
Engagement sessions are also included with our Full Frame wedding package — so if you're already booking your wedding with us, ask us about adding one on.
Days We've Been Part Of
The Wedding
That Didn't Rain
Who We AreBefore every wedding we shoot, we send a questionnaire. One bride told us she'd always pictured getting married outdoors.
The weather had other plans. It sprinkled during the pre-wedding photos and the ceremony moved inside.
It never truly rained. But it was enough.
We couldn't stop thinking about her answer. So afterward we offered the couple a free session — no occasion, no expiration. Just a small way of saying we noticed what she'd hoped for, even if the day didn't give it to her.
That's the kind of photographers we want to be.
Kind Words
Aysia was amazing! My girlfriend and I booked a couples shoot with her, and she was the best! We were worried we’d book someone and have no idea what to do, but Aysia directed us and walked us through every pose. The pictures came out fantastic and can’t wait to book her again!!
— Jb Morrill
Aysia and Xavier are incredible! The final results, after Aysia edits them, are absolutely amazing.
More than that though, the two of them work so effortlessly together and make the session (or wedding day) so stress-free. I’d hire them again in a heartbeat and hope to see more of them in the future.
Aysia, you’re the best!! Thank you for everything, and always being willing to answer my questions or try random poses I found online.
Our day was so magical.
— Alexa & Chris
Aysia is the best! She is so supportive and cheerful! She is a great encourager, and she takes wonderful pictures!! I will have her take pictures for everything in the future! I can’t recommend her enough!!
— Hailie & AdamFrequently Asked Questions
Do we actually need an engagement session?
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You don't need one. But almost every couple who does one tells us it made their wedding day easier — because they already knew what to expect from us, and we already knew what to expect from them. If you're someone who feels uncomfortable in front of a camera, an engagement session is probably the best investment you can make before your wedding day.
How far in advance should we book?
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As soon as you can, especially if you're booking ahead of your wedding. If you want your engagement session to happen at a specific time of year or in a specific season, earlier is always better.
Do you shoot film?
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Yes. We shoot a portion of every wedding on real 35mm film alongside digital. It's part of what gives our work that warm, textured, true-to-life quality.
Do you travel for engagement sessions?
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Yes. We're based in Ashland but available throughout the Tri-State area and beyond. If you have somewhere in mind, just let us know.
