A journey sparked by a passion for storytelling and a vision to transform brands

Hi, I’m Ashley!

Two women sitting in a kitchen posing for the camera wearing white and blue

…and I’m Claire!

I'm Ashley, the creative director at Collab Collective. Originally from LA, I swapped coasts 20 years ago and now call DC home. As a former CEO of a gift concierge company, nothing makes me happier than connecting likeminded brands and people. I have a passion for travel, books, electronic music, jewelry and am fueled by my husband Matt, my 3 kids Birdie, Brody and Barrett (and copious amounts of coffee).

Creative director & stylist

I'm Claire – the one behind the lens at Collab Collective. Although I'm a DC native and have photographed what seems like every inch of this city, I still love the adventure of finding new hidden gem locations to photograph clients. My entrepreneurial obsession led me to co-found Collab Collective, where I get to combine my love for storytelling with my passion for helping brands shine. Nothing fills my. (extra large coffee) cup more than good food, live music and spending time with my 3 kids.

photographer & videographer

Let us help you tell your story….Like we have done for others…..

"Ashley and Claire are super talented, easy to work with, creative, and professional."

We are thrilled with the styling and photography results Collab Collective achieved for our first shoot showcasing our paintings in our home! Ashley and Claire are super talented, easy to work with, creative, and professional. We look forward to an ongoing relationship!
"Their work was nothing short of extraordinary."

We were thrilled to have Ashley & Claire style and shoot with our beautiful products. Their keen eye for detail and exceptional sense of style brought our items to life in ways we couldn't have imagined. Every piece was showcased with such elegance and creativity, truly highlighting the essence of each product. We couldn't be happier with the results and highly recommend their styling services to anyone looking to elevate their brand's visual appeal.
"Their creativity is balanced with practicality"

Together Ashley and Claire create a powerful potion with a soupçon of something very unique! Their expertise is obvious and their creativity is balanced with practicality. To top it off they are easy to work with and delightful company.
"I cannot say enough wonderful words about Collab Collective!"

I am an interior designer and needed new branding photos for my social media and new website. Once we booked our session Claire and Ashley got to work understanding my brand and personality. When we did the photo shoot they were the most spectacular team. Not only did they get great photos of me and my team, but they knew exactly how to get the best out of us. I am over the moon at the finished product and am so grateful to Ashley and Claire for capturing my true spirit.