Ashlei Payne is an independent filmmaker and photojournalist, eager to go beyond the already told story. Her slogan and mantra, "A Deeper Understanding," is the driving force behind all of her work. Ashlei focuses on capturing the unexpected and sometimes shunned realities of our world that hold a deep human connection. As she traverses through murky waters, personal determination, and high-intensity moments- the end product is always in its purest form.