Curated with warmth and intention, our signature work blends modern elegance with heartfelt storytelling—creating imagery that feels effortlessly chic, deeply meaningful, and timelessly yours.
ashley rae
COLLECTIVE
about the collective
of story telling
We believe every story deserves to be told with quiet purpose—through authentic imagery that is emotive and artfully composed as the moments themselves.
At Ashley Rae Collective, our approach blends refined editorial direction with the authenticity of real connection. We step in with soft direction when guidance elevates the moment, and step back when truth unfolds on its own. The result is a collection of photographs that preserve not just how your day looked, but how it felt—beautifully honest, thoughtfully crafted, and timeless by design.
A curated collective of artists led by Ashley Rae, specializing in timeless, editorial imagery with honest emotion at its core. We craft photography and film experiences that allow you to feel fully present—while we intuitively preserve the moments, details, and atmosphere that define your story. Explore our signature offerings, from fine-art wedding photography to cinematic highlight films and bespoke couple experiences.
OFFERINGS
SOME WARM WORDS
"“As both a wedding planner and a bride, choosing our photo and video team was one of the most important decisions—and it was always going to be Ashley Rae. I’ve worked with her for years, and her artistry is unmatched. She captures the grand moments and the intimate ones with equal intent, making everything feel effortless and real.
On our wedding day, her team was calm, intuitive, and never intrusive. The images took my breath away—and didn’t just showcase how our day looked; but captured how it felt. Ashley is someone I trust completely and recommend wholeheartedly. Her work is timeless and unforgettable.”
- BROOKE CAMPBELL
"We worked with this studio for our wedding in Italy and couldn't be happier with the result.
Te experience was flawless from start to finish. we could enjoy every second to the fullest
and couldn't recommend this studio strong enough to all our friends and family!"
- AMELIE & JOSH
and the memories that shape them
From intimate gatherings to multi-day wedding weekends, our work highlights thoughtfully captured moments across destinations, cultures, and styles—each approached with refined artistry and emotional depth.
ENGAGEMENT IN PROVENCE
Link to a portfolio gallery or blogpost. A wonderful serenity has taken possession of my entire soul, like these sweet mornings of spring which I enjoy with my whole heart. I am alone, and feel the charm of existence in this spot, which was created for the bliss of souls like mine.
SOPHISTICATED CEREMONY IN FLORENCE
Link to a portfolio gallery or blogpost. A wonderful serenity has taken possession of my entire soul, like these sweet mornings of spring which I enjoy with my whole heart. I am alone, and feel the charm of existence in this spot, which was created for the bliss of souls like mine.
STORIES
NAMED BEST PHOTOGRAPHER IN
SAN LUIS OBISPO COUNTY
three YEARS RUNNING
"I am a luxury wedding planner based in Orange County, California, and I have worked with hundreds of incredible photographers and videographers. Ashley Rae and her team documented my wedding and I was absolutely blown away by the artistry of Ashley's work. With minimal direction, her team was able to capture the details of my wedding day more beautifully than I've EVER seen. We will be forever grateful for all that was done to preserve the incredible feeling of our wedding day."
"THANK YOU THANK YOU THANK YOU A MILLION TIMES"
VILLA LORIANA, SAN LUIS OBISPO
"I fell in love with Ashley’s ability to capture beautiful candid moments at weddings. We have received all of our photos and I could not imagine having a different photographer. She captured pure moments of happiness between my husband and I. It is truly stunning to look through our photos and remember that amazing day. Our wedding video bought me tears of joy."
"PHOTOS FELT EFFORTLESS AND FUN"
PRIVATE ESTATE, CALIFORNIA
"Ashley is full of fresh ideas, communicates beautifully, and has such an artistic gift - it's clear that she loves what she does! If you're looking for magazine-worthy, beautiful, timeless photography and cinematography that naturally captures the moments you'll cherish forever - look no further. I would recommend Ashley and her team a million times over!"
"I CAN'T EXPRESS HOW GRATEFUL WE ARE"
VILLA EVA, ITALY