Ashley Glasco

I’m Ashley Glasco, a photographer, Air Force veteran, and lifelong nature-lover rediscovering the kid I used to be—the one who cried when they saw trees being torn down, the one who felt a deep connection to the wild from the very beginning. Growing up, nature was my sanctuary, a place where I could dream, explore, and feel grounded. But somewhere along the way—life, service, responsibility—I drifted from that part of myself. After ten years in the U.S. Air Force, I realized it was time to come back home to what I’ve always cared about: the wild, the quiet, the real.

I hold a degree in Pre-Veterinary Medicine and am currently pursuing a Master’s in Conservation, driven by a desire to protect and advocate for the natural world in every way I can. Photography has become a huge part of that journey. It’s how I process the world, tell stories, and share the beauty I see with others. I shoot everything from rock climbing and sports to wildlife and sweeping landscapes, but there’s one constant—whether it’s a mountain ridge, a wild horse running through the desert, or a bighorn ram perched high above the tree line, I try to show that nature has a personality, and every photo is a conversation with it.

I’m also one of the co-creators of Art For Our Parks, a community-driven project where artists donate proceeds to national parks and conservation organizations. It’s my way of combining everything I care about: art, impact, and the wild spaces that shaped me.

As part of my commitment to supporting conservation efforts, I’ll be donating 10% of all my gallery sales, online purchases, photoshoots, and photography licensing to organizations like the Natural Resources Defense Council (NRDC), Environmental Defense Fund (EDF), Conservation Law Foundation (CLF), and American Wild Horse Conservation (AWHC).

Looking ahead, I’m actively seeking more ways to get involved, including potential work with American Wild Horse Conservation and other grassroots efforts. I’m also exploring the idea of starting two nonprofits—projects still in their early stages—but ones I feel deeply called to pursue. With the right guidance, collaboration, and a bit more networking, I know these ideas can grow into something meaningful.

These days, I’m not just chasing good light or perfect framing—I’m chasing purpose. And through photography, conservation work, and community building, I’m slowly piecing together the path back to that curious, wide-eyed kid—only now, with a mission.