Born amidst the rugged beauty of Alaska, Ashley embarked on an adventurous journey that eventually led her to the charming town of Carthage, North Carolina. With a heart that beats for all things design, Ashley has dedicated her life to the world of design, retouching, and photography. Her passion lies in branding and product photography.
When she's not immersed in digital creations, Ashley indulges in fine art, surrounding herself with traditional, hands-on art and hobbies that fuel her creativity.
As the sole proprietor of Pixel & Proper and the creative mind behind KandiPixels Photography, Ashley collaborates with a talented network of friends, carefully selecting the best for each project to ensure exceptional results.
Her career as a freelancer was driven by love and devotion to her husband, Mike, whom she met in art college. Mike, born with Cystic Fibrosis, received a life-saving lung transplant in 2014 and another in 2020 due to rejection. Their inspiring story can be found here. Together, Ashley and Mike explore new culinary delights, rockhound for fossils, and visit historical sites, embracing every adventure.
Latest Projects and Passions
Community Involvement: Volunteering with the Historic Committee, Preservation Commission, and Appearance Committee of Carthage, NC.
Artistic Pursuits: Practicing archery, knitting, spinning yarn, and tie-dying anything made of light-colored natural fibers.
Expertise and Skills:
- Graphic Design (Print and Web)
- Lifestyle, Model, and Studio Photography
- Ghost Mannequin and Seamless Product Photography
- Advanced Photo Retouching/Manipulation
- Adobe Illustrator, Photoshop, and InDesign
- HTML & CSS
- WordPress, Shopify and Squarespace (Circle Member)
- SEO and ADA minded
For a detailed look at her professional journey, view Ashley's CV.