MEET OUR STAFF
E. Ashley Green
Owner/Lead Photographer/Editor
With her Journalism of Mass Communications Degree and working in the TV NEWS business for nearly 10 years, she has a strong background in the arts! In 2005, Ashley started out painting fresh out of college and then later started a photography business in 2011.
Administrative
Grace
Office Manager
Grace Underwood was born and raised in Asheville NC. She is an alumni of the University of North Carolina at Charlotte where she received her Bachelors Degree in Communications with a focus in mass media, and double minored in Criminal Justice and Dance. Grace now attends North Carolina Central University School of Law, where she is going into her third and final year. Grace began working for Elizabeth Ashley & Co, in the Fall of 2014. She loves being one of Ashley's Administrative Assistants and has enjoyed the connection she has made with the clients she was able to connect with.
Myca
Administrative Assistant/
Lighting Specialist
Emri
Administrative Assistant
Emri has been working with Elizabeth Ashley & Co. for nearly 4 years. Her favorite part is assisting Ashley with photo shoots and interacting with the clients. Emri relocated to attend the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill to pursue a degree in Communications and Spanish. During her time at UNC Chapel Hill, Emri began working in hospitality at Staybridge Suites Durham as the Asst. General Manager. When she is not working, she enjoys travelling, time with friends and family, and also shares a love of photography.
Maggie
Administrative Assistant/Editor
Maggie has been working for Elizabeth Ashley & Co. for about a year. Her favorite thing to do while on the job is assit during Bridal Shoots. She loves to pay attention to detail, take photos of the bouquets in creative ways, and enjoys making the clients feel beautiful and speacial. When she is not in the office, you will find her at the dance studio dancing and teaching latin dance.
Caira
Administrative Assistant/ Editor
My name is Caira Evans , I am a sophomore at Bennett College, music major, I am 19 and I enjoy working at Elizabeth Ashley & Co. This is my first job , which is an amazing experience because I learn a lot !
Photographers
Danielle
Lead Photographer/Editor
Danielle is a newlywed, a mom, a coffee junkie and a portrait photographer since 2010. She started photographing weddings with Elizabeth Ashley & Co two years ago and is known for her crazy faces and sense of adventure. She'll do just about anything for her art and to create magic for her wedding couples!
Ken
Photographer, Videographer
Photo Station, Litghting Specialist
Here at this “One-Stop Shop” for all your production needs, we specialize in Wedding & Other Event Photography & Videography, TV/Radio Broadcasting, Commercials & Advertising, with Web-Page Design to come in the near future. We believe that with an unprecedented “Business-ship” with our clients coupled with a “One-Team, One-Mind” attitude and cultivating knowledge of the Multimedia Industry, Ken will definitely exceed above and beyond your expectations.
Nikki
Photographer
Nikki was raised in the Harrisonburg, Virginia area. After graduating from Virginia Tech, Nikki returned to her hometown to start a family. Along with her husband and two (almost three) children, Nikki enjoys traveling, spending time outdoors, and experiences that quench her inner foodie soul.
Tai
Photographer/ Editor
Hi, I am Tai Cox, a wife, mother of 3 and one of the brilliant photographers at Elizabeth Ashley & Co. I started working with Elizabeth Ashley & Co. about 8 months ago and have loved every moment I’ve spent with this wonderful group of photographers. I have been in the photography industry for over 5 years and am mostly self-taught but have also studied at The Art Institute as well. I was inspired to delve into photography from a fellow friend/photographer and have never regretted it for one single moment. Here at Elizabeth Ashley & Co. we love photography, weddings and I’m sure you will love us too.
Kafi
Photographer
Kafi Iman Robinson, is a graduate from the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill. She also has a bachelor's degree in Journalism and Mass Communication, with a focus in Photojournalism. She recently earned her MBA at Pfeiffer University. Kafi has been working with us since 2011 and we love her!
Q. Smith
Lead Photographer
Q is from a small town in central Virginia, but has lived here in North Carolina for the past 16 years. A career academic, Q has a bachelor’s degree in Communications and a Master’s degree in Social Work, both from UNC Chapel Hill. He will begin working on his PhD in the Fall. Art tends to be an outlet for Q, and photography gives him the chance to exercise creativity that the world of research and education may not. When not working, studying, or capturing life’s moments, Q enjoys spending time with his wife and two beautiful daughters, playing video games, watching movies, and appreciating the rare instances of peace.
Jason
Photographer/Videographer
Jason Martin, who is well known for his unique perspective and an unparalleled enthusiasm for creating images that truly capture more than a picture.
With an extensive portfolio in the wedding industry & contemporary portraiture, Jason continues to pursue freelance work to keep his ideas fresh and innovative.
Jason has become well known for the vivid images he creates with the kind excitable creativity that inspires, and sometimes amuses, his clients. Despite his imaginative style, he has become a student of observation, capturing stunning candid photos of non-posed “real-life” moments that tell a story.
Megan
Photographer
I have been a photographer for the past 10 years, documenting weddings, families, babies, and even those adorable 4-legged friends. Do not ask me to pick a favorite, each present their own unique challenge and reward. But I can honestly say, I love what I do! I started my career with a focus on wedding photography, where I still thrive today. But in more recent years, since the arrival of my own little girl, I have ventured into family, newborn and maternity photography. My husband and I are affiliated with several animal rescue organizations in the area and I often lend my services to help educate and promote these organizations. With 3 cats and a dog of our own (all previous foster animals), I take great pride in helping where I can.
Tyra
Photographer
Tyra Dixon is a writer, editor, producer, director, photographer, videographer and founder of Dixon-Rhodes Studios, a full-service multimedia company whose mission is to create quality, entertaining, informative, and thought-provoking products through the use of digital media.She holds a B.A. in Sociology from Hampton University and an M.A. in Visual Media Arts from Emerson College.
In 2003, Tyra decided to step away from broadcast journalism and study filmmaking and visual media at Emerson College. While at Emerson, she was asked by a fellow filmmaker and friend to come to Memphis for the summer to work on a film project. That “project” turned out to be the award-winning, cinematic hit Hustle & Flow.
Editors
Samantha
Editor
Samantha Katherine Clark started out learning photography when she was 16 working alongside other great local photographers who pushed her to stretch her knowledge, widen her horizons, and build confidence in her work and techniques which helped to shape her into the artist that she is today.
Mary
Editor
When she realized the camera was an extension of her arm, she decided to put her creative nature to good use and volunteer at her local animal shelter taking their adoption pictures. As her skills improved, she decided to apply those skills to people and take portraits. With Detroit and the beautiful parks in Southeastern Michigan as her backdrop, she photographs the special moments in my clients' lives. Her one true love is preserving memories, whether it be that special look in an engagement session or a child's smile.
Anil
Editor
With schooling from Bishop Johnson School and graduating from Allahabad University, Anil couldn't see a future for himself in engineering. After taking a gap year with his studies, finally he decided to opt into the photography, retouching & graphic design for his future.
Kate
Editor
I offer photo editing services for both professional photographers & amateurs. I can provide you with full service post production including editing, cropping, color correction, artistic retouching, and photo restoration services.
My company has gathered professional photo retouchers and graphic artists to edit your pictures according to your requirements and style guidelines.
We provide portrait photo editing services: fix the shape of the face, slim body, tone features, remove stray hair, and add volume to the hair, remove acne or wrinkles, whiten teeth, change eye color, and enhance lips.