True to life. Kept forever.

Wedding Photography in Ashland, KY & The Tri-State Area

We don’t take

“timeless”

photos…
A black-and-white photo of elderly people sitting in a row, attentively listening at an indoor event. The image shows diverse individuals, some with glasses, dressed in casual and semi-formal clothing, with a plain wall and a wall lamp in the background.

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 man and woman smiling and leaning their foreheads together in a field of red and blue flowers with green trees in the background.

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.

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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

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

Ashland KY Venues We Know & Love

We've had the privilege of shooting at some incredible venues across the Tri-State area, including Stone Creek Farms in Ironton, Ohio. Stone Creek is a stunning newer venue — acres of rolling southern Ohio hills, natural light pouring through floor-to-ceiling doors, and a warmth that photographs beautifully in both digital and film.

If you're still deciding on a venue, we're happy to share what we know about local locations, lighting conditions, and what works best for the style of photography you're looking for.

We regularly shoot weddings throughout:

— Ashland & Boyd County, KY — our home base, and where we know the light best
— Huntington & the WV Tri-State region — experienced with indoor and outdoor venues throughout the area
— Ironton & Southern Ohio — including Stone Creek Farms and the Ohio River Valley
— Lexington, KY — horse country estates, historic venues, and everything in between

  • A smiling couple, a man in a white suit with a boutonnière and a woman in a white wedding dress, holding hands during their outdoor wedding.
  • Black and white photo of a groom in a tuxedo with a bow tie, and a bride with her hand on his shoulder showing her wedding ring, including an engagement ring with a large stone. The bride is wearing a white dress with a cuffed sleeve. The groom's boutonniere is a rose.
  • A young man wearing a black suit and black hat is smiling at a young woman in a white lace dress, with both leaning close to each other outdoors on a bright day. The woman is holding a colorful bouquet of flowers.
  • Group of smiling young women in colorful dresses holding bouquets of flowers outdoors, posing closely together.
  • A pair of white high-heeled shoes with a pair of gold rings placed on top, with a blurred bouquet of flowers in the background.
  • A close-up of a couple looking deeply into each other's eyes with flowers in the background, creating an intimate and romantic scene.
  • A young woman and a young man hugging outdoors in a park, smiling and gazing into each other's eyes, with trees and cloudy sky in the background.

What's Included

Every wedding includes both of us for the full day, a mix of 35mm film and digital photography, every image edited by hand, a sneak peek within 48 hours, and your complete high-resolution digital gallery delivered within 4–6 weeks.

We offer two packages — Full Frame (10 hours) and The Focal Point (8 hours) — with options to add engagement sessions, rehearsal dinner coverage, and more.

the experience

Days We've Been Part Of

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

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Waveland State Historic Site, Lexington, KY Engagement Session | Ashley & JB
Waveland State Historic Site, Lexington, KY Engagement Session | Ashley & JB

Capturing Ashley & JB’s effortless, fun-loving connection during a candid couples session on the scenic grounds of Waveland State Historic Site in Lexington, KY.

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Monastery in Portsmouth, OH Engagement Session | Laura & Zach
Monastery in Portsmouth, OH Engagement Session | Laura & Zach

Explore Laura & Zach’s romantic engagement photos at The Monastery in Portsmouth, OH. Featuring historic brick architecture, lush garden pathways, and candid moments.

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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 
Kind Words
A young couple embracing outdoors in a park, with green trees in the 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 smiling outdoors in a park with green trees, the groom in a black suit and tie, and the bride in a white wedding gown with a veil and tiara.

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 newlywed couple stands outdoors on a grassy field, with a backdrop of green trees. The bride is holding a colorful bouquet and wearing a white lace wedding dress, while the groom is dressed in an all-white suit with a boutonniere. Both are smiling and facing the camera.

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

THE FIRST KISS BUT…

A group of men dressed in formal suits, smiling and having fun at an indoor gathering. One man is brushing another man's hair with a hairbrush, while others look on and smile.
Six men dressed in suits standing outdoors on grass, holding cans of Coors Light beer. One man in the center is holding a six-pack of beer, while the others are holding individual cans.
A woman in a green dress smiling as she helps a bride in a wedding gown adjust her veil in a bridal dressing room.
Four young girls in dresses are holding hands and dancing in a circle at a social event, while guests sit at tables watching in the background.
A young man in formal attire, holding a bouquet of flowers, is standing behind a smiling young woman in a red dress, sitting at a decorated table during a celebration or ceremony.
Young girl in a white dress crouches on a gravel path, planting a small seedling or flower in the grass beside the path, with sunlight illuminating her and the surrounding area.
A man and woman sitting at a dining table near a window, with the woman wiping her face with a napkin and the man looking ahead. The table has flowers, glasses, and candles, and sunlight is streaming in through the window.
Four men in suits riding a golf cart on a gravel path through a wooded area, some standing and some sitting.
A bride with light brown, wavy hair, wearing a white lace wedding dress, holding a colorful bouquet, and smiling softly while looking at her reflection in a mirror, with a blurred person holding a flower in the foreground.
A group of men dressed in formal attire with matching vests perform a chair lift at a wedding reception held indoors with white drapery and string lights hanging from the ceiling.
An elderly man with a white mustache smiling as a child feeds him food from a spoon, sitting at a dining table.
A bride and groom laughing during their wedding cake cutting ceremony. The bride is wearing a white wedding dress and tiara, and the groom is dressed in a dark vest and tie. The wedding cake is decorated with colorful flowers and has a 'Mr & Mrs' top
Women in colorful dresses standing outdoors at a wedding or formal event, holding or adjusting their dresses and skirts.
A group of people, including a man in a suit and a woman, smiling and holding bouquets of flowers, gathered in a room with wooden walls and windows in the background.

Frequently Asked Questions

What does documentary wedding photography mean?

1

It means we're focused on what's actually happening, not what we can stage. We document your day as it unfolds — the real moments, the quiet ones, the ones nobody planned. We still do portraits and family formals, but those aren't the whole story. Just part of it.

Do you still do family formals and portraits?

2

Absolutely. We know how important those are and we'll make sure you get them. We just make them feel as natural as everything else — prompts over stiff posing, real expressions over perfect ones.

Do you shoot film?

3

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.

How long until we get our photos?

4

You'll receive a sneak peek gallery within one week of your wedding. Your full high-resolution gallery arrives within 4–6 weeks.