About Asheville Archival
Asheville Archival was founded by photographer and storyteller Luke Takata. Luke is an interdisciplinary creative practitioner with over fifteen years of experience working on long term projects incorporating documentary photography, oral history, and archival materials. His professional background includes work as a high-end digital retoucher, imaging technician, and independent archivist. Luke has worked as a project director in coordination with the National Historical Publications and Records Commission as well as business owners, creative directors, and a high-end global clientele spanning fashion, architecture, and interior design. Over the last ten years, Luke has led the long term visual storytelling project Atascosa Borderlands, documenting a remote 42-mile section of the Arizona-Sonora border. Luke is a graduate of Pratt Institute and the International Center of Photography Documentary Practice and Visual Storytelling program where he was a Directors Fellow. He has been recognized as an Award of Excellence winner by the Newhouse School at Syracuse University Alexia Foundation Grant, and his photographs are a part of the permanent collection at the Wittliff Collections at Texas State University. He currently lives in Marshall, North Carolina with his wife Reign.
Why Asheville Archival?
You hold onto photographs and objects for a reason. They are records of who you are, where you’ve been, and what you’ve created. But over time these materials can fade, get damaged, and become difficult to manage. We help you preserve and organize these materials with care, so that they’re protected and accessible for future generations.
Working one-on-one with clients across western North Carolina and the broader Southeast to build stable digital and physical archives. Combining professional photographic workflows with time tested archival practices to create precise digital reproductions and help you care for the originals. It’s a hands-on, detail-oriented approach. Because the things you've held onto aren’t replaceable.
Quality That Holds Up Over Time
We use professional tools and workflows to create the highest quality digital files possible and make sure they are easily accessible.
A Thoughtful, Hands-On Process
We take the time to do this work properly. Rest assured that your materials are handled with care and attention at every step.
Built Around Your Needs
Whether you’re preserving family history, documenting your creative practice, or sharing the origin story of your business – we tailor our approach to fit your project.