I'm the storyteller behind Ashlen Sydney Photography.
A wedding and portrait photographer drawn to the quiet, meaningful moments that often go unnoticed. The in-between glances. The deep breaths. The way hands find each other without thinking. I believe those unhurried, unplanned moments are what truly tell the story of your day and that’s where I feel most at home.
My approach is rooted in intentional storytelling, blending film and digital imagery to create photographs that feel honest, timeless, and deeply human. I’m less interested in perfection and more in presence. Capturing your day as it unfolds naturally, with space to feel, to linger, and to be fully yourselves. The result is imagery that doesn’t just show what it looked like, but reminds you what it felt like.
When I’m not behind the camera, you’ll find me soaking up the things that fill my cup most: traveling to new places, lingering over quality time with the people I love, enjoying a really good margarita and queso, and soaking in all the snuggles with my new son, Luca. Who has completely changed my perspective on time, tenderness, and storytelling in the best way.
WEDDING & PORTRAIT PHOTOGRAPHER
I'm Ashlen
I believe the most meaningful moments are the ones you don't plan for - the pauses, the glances, the laughter that lingers. This is storytelling that feels natural, artful and deeply true.
Artful
timeless
joy filled
Clay + Nettie
"Ashlen was SO WONDERFUL! From requesting a quote, to booking, setting up our engagement photos and day-of our wedding, she was very responsive, always so sweet and willing to go above and beyond! She made us feel so comfortable while she was shooting and she is so dang efficient. "
Jake + Kristin
"This angel of a human is incredible at her job!! She is patient, kind and so fun to work with. I have never loved taking pictures and she made me feel beautiful. She is genuine and makes you feel so comfortable. Should I tell you again? SHE. IS. AMAZING."
Derrick + jaci
"It was important to my husband and I that our photographer be personable and fun since we're both pretty awkward in front of the camera. Ashlen made this worry of mine disappear immediately when we started our engagement shoot and carried this spirit of hers all the way through the day of. Her sense of humor and jokes created genuine laughter between the two of us. Wedding day, I felt like Ashlen was omnipresent! Always around throughout the whole day capturing all of our moments! Not to mention, her photography is out of this world!"
jacb + Julia
"Ashlen was like my planner, a shoulder to cry on and person to vent to. She’s honestly the best of the best and you would be a fool not to hire her. She goes above and beyond, and I admire her hard work, loving friendship and sweet attitude! I can’t say enough good things about her!"