ABOUT
Behind the Lens
about me
I'm Ashlyn
I am a Portland-based family, lifestyle and athlete photographer working out of the Troutdale area. I love capturing photos of families, athletes, pets & couples; capturing the quiet, honest in-between moments that tell their full story.
As a wife, mom, lifelong athlete and competitor, I understand how fleeting life's moments are- and how deeply meaningful it is to be able to preserve them. With a background in gymnastics, running and jiujitsu, I bring a unique eye to photographing both stillness and motion for athletes and families alike.
Whether we are capturing golden hour family portraits, candid couples sessions or jiu jitsu coverage- my goal is always the same: to craft thoughtful, dreamy, true to life photos that feel real, effortless and full of meaning.
When I'm not behind the lens, I'm probably chasing light, spending time with family, in my garden or on the mats.
my favorite things:
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My family
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Roses
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Hobby (IES...because who can have just one?
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my Cats- Titus and MAximus & Dog-Harper
My husband and I have been lifelong athletes and love keeping our bodies moving. Movement has always been a core part of who we are. I grew up doing gymnastics, found my stride in running and eventually started Brazilian Jiu- jitsu thanks to my husband. Having an athletic life has opened so many doors for us but also has been a great way for us to connect and pursue interests together as a couple and as a family. Whether we are lifting, running or rolling on the mats, our kids are often right there with us.
Beyond athletics, I love slow mornings that start at 5am and reading. My husband and I enjoy deep conversations over coffee. We soak up Oregon summers with river floats and long days outdoors- working toward our family's goal of at least 1,000 hours outside each year.
Wife, mom of two tiny humans and 3 critters. My family is at the heart behind everything I do- they're my daily inspiration and constant reminder why this work matters.
When we moved from Ohio to the Pacific Northwest 6 years ago, I quickly fell in love with the near year blooms. I have always loved flowers and once we settled into Gresham, I started creating the rose garden I'd always dreamed of. Three years later, our backyard is home to 26 roses of different varieties and counting.
Our home would not be complete without our family members with paws- Maximus, my constant shadow and naptime/bedtime biscuit maker; Titus- who is as talkative as he is curious; and Harper- our very loyal and loving Dogo Argentino. Our house is a little extra noisy with them but they add a little extra happiness (and work!) to our days.
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Photography, jiujitsu, roses, real life and cats who think they are models.
