Hi, I’m Ashley, an acrylic and watercolour artist based in beautiful Shropshire. My journey began in Wolverhampton, where I grew up, studied, and met my partner, Antony. Three years later, we settled in Shifnal, where we’re raising our two wonderful children.
This isn’t just about selling art.
It’s about sharing something personal, whether it’s a handmade piece or a one-of-a-kind commission created just for you.
My Love for Art
Art has been part of my life for as long as I can remember. From childhood colouring books to GCSE and A-Level Art, and later a foundation course in Art & Design, creativity has always been my calling. That course gave me the confidence to explore different mediums and it’s where I discovered my passion for acrylic painting.
From Hobby to Career
After college, life led me through various jobs, but painting remained my constant. In 2014, I was commissioned to create a dragon mural for a school entrance, which sparked more projects and planted the seed for a career in art. Later, while teaching English in Barcelona, I created a large winter mural for the school; a reminder that art always finds its way back into my life.
Building My Business
After starting a family, I returned to painting with renewed purpose. A Peter Rabbit canvas for my daughter’s nursery reignited my creative spark, leading to bespoke commissions like a Bluey mural and a Rainbowsaurus themed playroom. When my children began nursery, I embraced the opportunity to turn my passion into a business.
My first stall at Shifnal’s Harvest Festival featured an autumn collection using Brusho watercolour powders which included vibrant hedgehogs, pumpkins, and daisies. Since then, I’ve created seasonal collections, including winter pieces like a stag, robin, and snow hare. Prints of these originals are available in A4 and A5 sizes.
What My Art Means
What started as a love for painting has grown into a heartfelt business built on creativity, connection, and joy. Every piece is handmade with care and attention to detail and knowing my work becomes part of someone else’s story means the world to me.
This isn’t just about selling art. It’s about sharing something personal, whether it’s a handmade piece or a one-of-a-kind commission created just for you.