We are Gary and Lisa Ashley.  We create photographs and gather friends and inspiration along the way.  We established Create + Gather as a place to showcase our collaborative efforts with artists, influencers and families in our community and beyond. With every project, we hope to make a meaningful connection with those around us.  

We met while living in Brooklyn, NY.  We had our first child while living in Venice, CA.  We now live and create together in Sacramento, CA.  We are also the owners of The Wedding Artists Co. and Gary Ashley Photography. 

How we work together changes from job to job. As a general rule, Gary is the creative and the photographer and Lisa is the studio manager, curator, and all around energetic "spark".   

We are currently working with David Lubin Elementary to raise money for their art, music and S.T.E.A.M. programs. Read all about it here.