True to life. Kept forever.

Documentary Wedding & 35mm Film Photographers in Ashland, KY, Lexington, KY and Worldwide

We don’t take

“timeless”

photos…

A row of diverse elderly people seated and attentively listening during a meeting or presentation in a formal setting.

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

A smiling man and woman standing close together in a field of red and purple flowers, with trees and a cloudy sky in the background.

Hey, I'm Aysia — and that's my husband Xavier.

I fell in love with photography at a young age. My mom had a deep love for art, and my aunt was a lifestyle photographer. Seeing their love for something so creative sparked an interest in my own heart. 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. We photograph weddings, engagements, portraits, and families out of Kentucky, Ohio, West Virginia — and we love traveling for weddings!

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.

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What you can count on

Every 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.

Tying groomsmen's ties, 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

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We love Film Photography

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.

Days We've Been Part Of

JOURNAL ENTRIES

Documentary Style Wedding at Ravines Golf Course Saugatuck, MI | Kerrie & Arthur

After eloping the year before, Kerrie and Arthur came back to Saugatuck to celebrate with the people they love — with one request: no posed photos, just follow the day. We followed, and it was one of the most beautiful days we've ever been part of.

The Wedding

That Didn't Rain

Who We Are

Before 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.

We'd Love to Hear From You

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Kind Words

A young couple embraces outdoors in a grassy park, smiling and laughing together, with a blurred green tree background.

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

A newlywed couple outdoors in a wooded area, with green trees in the background. The groom is wearing a black suit with a white shirt and a floral tie. The bride is in a white wedding dress with a veil, glasses, and a tiara, and they are smiling at the camera.

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

A bride and groom standing together outdoors on a grassy field, smiling at the camera; the bride is wearing a white wedding dress and holding a bouquet of colorful flowers, and the groom is dressed in a white suit with a boutonniere matching the bouquet.

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 & Adam

WE GET THE FIRST KISS BUT…

A group of men dressed in suits at a formal gathering, with one man brushing his hair with a hairbrush, smiling, while others look on, in a room decorated with framed art and potted plants.

Six men in suits standing outdoors holding cans of beer, with one man holding a six-pack of Coors Light, all dressed formally for a social gathering.

A woman in a teal dress smiling as she helps a bride with her wedding dress veil. The bride is wearing a white wedding gown and holding a bouquet. There is a wall sign that says "Love you more" in the background.

Four young girls dancing together in white dresses at a formal event with seated guests watching in the background.

A man in a tuxedo holding a bouquet of flowers on his right hand, standing in a decorated room with white walls and windows, with a woman in a red dress sitting or leaning in front of him, and people and tables in the background.

A young girl wearing a white dress with ruffled sleeves, sitting on the ground, planting a small seed in the soil in a grassy and gravel area outdoors during daytime.

A man and woman sitting at a dining table near a large window, with flowers, glasses of wine, and candles on the table, during daytime.

People attending an outdoor event sitting on chairs, with two individuals in the foreground holding hands underneath the chairs, one wearing a maroon top and the other a blue dress. The scene is on a paved surface with some fallen leaves.

Black and white photo of four men in suits riding in a golf cart on a gravel path through a park-like setting with trees and grass.

A woman in a white wedding dress holding a bouquet of colorful flowers, possibly during a wedding or bridal event, as she looks to the side with a slight smile, surrounded by blurred figures and a partial view of a mirror or frame.

A group of men dressed in formal attire lifting a man in a suit, who is seated on a chair, during a celebratory event in a decorated indoor venue.

A young girl is lying down and drinking water from a glass held by an older man with a mustache. They are sitting at a table with food and glassware, inside a room with windows showing a grassy outdoor area.

A bride and an older man sharing a dance at a wedding reception, with guests seated at tables in the background and string lights hanging from the ceiling.

A bride and groom are smiling and laughing as they cut their wedding cake together at their wedding reception. The bride is wearing a white wedding dress with a tiara and glasses, and the groom is wearing a dark vest, white shirt, and floral tie. The