BEHIND
THE LENS

Since 2017, we’ve been turning crave-worthy food and cocktails into bold, scroll-stopping images — and since 2021, we’ve been making marriage look good, too.

Brandon’s your go-to guy on set — camera in hand, perfecting the light, nailing the angles, and highlighting every perfectly plated dish or poured drink that hits the scene.

Ashlyn’s the behind-the-scenes boss — wrangling emails, fine tuning edits, prepping for shoots, and making sure Brandon doesn’t leave the house without his batteries charged.

Together, we bring the kind of energy that makes great photos and even better client experiences.

Meet Your Dynamic Duo -
Ashlyn & Brandon

We play with our clients’ food—and they thank us for it.
Our mission is simple: help restaurants in Denver stop the scroll with crave-worthy food photography that drives reservations and online orders. At Back Deck Studios, we specialize in professional food and beverage photography tailored to the needs of restaurants, bars, and culinary brands. Ashlyn and Brandon work directly with your team to collaborate, plan, and execute photoshoots that are seamless, strategic, and—yes—actually fun! From menu updates to marketing campaigns, we create visuals that make people hungry.

After more than a decade in the industry, one thing’s clear: anyone can take a photo, but not everyone builds a relationship. We’ve heard the stories—photographers show up, do the job, and leave without truly connecting with the people behind the brand. That’s not us. At Back Deck Studios, we bring a human-first approach to commercial food photography. Ashlyn’s background in consumer portraiture taught us the value of real connection, a value that we carry into every shoot. Whether we're working with a mom-and-pop taco joint or a fast-growing restaurant group, we collaborate closely with your team to create images that feel personal, intentional, and distinctly you. This isn’t just photography for restaurants and bars—it’s a creative partnership with the people behind the brands.

Why Back Deck Studios?

From the first email to final delivery, our goal is to make the entire process feel like a well-set table: thoughtful, smooth, and built for connection. We blend clear communication with sustainable business practices and transparent pricing, so you always know what’s coming—and what you’re getting. Every photoshoot is custom-tailored, whether we’re capturing cocktails at golden hour or plating your signature dishes. Our services are designed to fit your needs and your budget. You bring the flavor—we’ll bring the focus.

When you work with Back Deck Studios, you're not just booking a photoshoot—you’re investing in your brand’s future. Our food and beverage photography doesn’t just serve today’s campaign; it builds a visual library you can draw from again and again. With two experienced photographers collaborating on every project, you get double the creative insight, double the perspective, and yes—double the fun! Whether it's a one-off menu update or a long-term marketing strategy, our work brings lasting value to the table.