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We are storytellers devoted to documenting warm-hearted couples who value intentional design and an epic guest experience.
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ashley rae
Ashley Rae Collective is a luxury creative studio led by Ashley Rae and supported by a curated group of photographers and cinematographers. Together, we document celebrations with an intentional, artful approach—rooted in warmth, thoughtful design, and a deep respect for the guest experience.
Our work is guided by the belief that the most meaningful images are created through presence, not performance. By fostering a calm, considered environment, we allow moments to unfold naturally—capturing the subtle, fleeting exchanges that give a celebration its soul. When the moment calls for it, we also offer gentle artistic direction, shaping portraits and details with care while preserving what feels honest and unforced.
Our collective model allows us to serve our couples with both intimacy and scale. Each associate artist is chosen for their technical excellence, artistic eye, and shared commitment to the values that define our studio. Under Ashley’s creative direction, our team works with consistency and intention—ensuring a cohesive visual language and a seamless experience from beginning to end.
We place great importance on collaboration, working closely with planners, designers, and creative partners to support events that are as thoughtfully executed as they are deeply felt. From intimate gatherings to multi-day celebrations, our role extends beyond documentation—we consider how our presence, pacing, and guidance contribute to the atmosphere of the day and the experience of every guest.
Ashley Rae Collective is for couples drawn to warmth, intentional design, and gatherings shaped with purpose. We approach each celebration with patience, attentiveness, and restraint—knowing when to step back and observe, and when to lead with a refined artistic eye—so beauty can emerge naturally and memories are preserved with intention.
GET TO KNOW ASHLEY
Ashley Rae is a fine-art photographer and creative director with over fifteen years of experience refining her craft. Her work lives at the intersection of artistry and ease—where thoughtful composition meets genuine connection.
Known for her calm presence and intuitive approach, Ashley creates space for people to be fully themselves, resulting in imagery that feels honest, timeless, and deeply personal.
Ashley also leads a close-knit, family-like team of associate photographers—each personally trained and thoughtfully selected. She trusts them fully with her clients’ most meaningful moments, ensuring every celebration is documented with the same intention and heart she brings to her own work.
Ashley believes that beautiful work begins with trust. She partners closely with planners and couples from concept to creation, ensuring every image reflects not only how things look—but how they feel.
