California-based wedding & portrait photographer

Candid, Refined & Soulfully Told

Timeless Imagery For Modern Lovers

If this feels like you, let’s capture moments that are genuinely yours.

The philosophy of my work.

Contemporary love, thoughtfully framed

Timeless photographs with a modern edge…capturing love stories with style and soul.

Ash Gabes has been documenting couples, families and brands since 2014. Recognized as one of the Top California Wedding Photographers, her signature laid-back editorial style - paired with a digital and film hybrid approach -captures genuine emotion through a lens that feels both fresh and nostalgic.

Hey, I’m Ash

Digital & Film Photographer

With over a decade of experience, my work is deeply rooted in connection and care. Inspired by California’s light and colors, I’m most moved by the quiet moments - the genuine glances, heartfelt laughter, and honest emotion. My goal is to tell your story with authenticity, artistry, and ease.

  • Alison & John, Big Sur Elopement

    "A photographer that turned friend, then turned into what felt like family. AshGabes truly has an incredible gift and eye for those special moments and everything in between. If you want a photographer that is professional, enthusiastic, and will hands down give you photos that you could have only dreamt of, then Ash is your gal."

  • Gracie & Kofi - Franciscan Gardens

    "Ash and her team delivered beyond our expectations! As an interracial couple, it was really hard trying to find a photographer because of the challenge of beautifully photographing our different skin tones. We have worked with different photographers and I have never seen another be able to shoot an interracial couple like Ash! She is so sweet, professional, personable and easy to work with."

  • Christina & Colin - Tivoli Italian Villa

    "Ash has it all! Her photos are gorgeous but they also do a great job of capturing the moment in its entirety, with all of the rawness, emotion and love felt in real life. She captured my family members' personalities perfectly. She's also just an awesome person to work with - friendly, organized, cheerful, and on top of her stuff. My entire family was impressed, even before they saw the photos!"

Let’s Create Some Magic Together