The Artist

Ashley Holden is a Maryland-based artist with over 10 years of professional graphic design experience as well as editorial illustration for various prominent companies. With a strong background in fine arts and commercial arts, each piece crafted expresses professionalism and extreme creativity.

"The things you are passionate about are not random, they are your calling." - Fabienne Fredrickson

Coming from an artistic family, I have possessed a passion for art and design ever since I could hold a crayon. I began private art lessons at age 5 from the Washington County Museum of Fine Arts, and continued through high school. I received a Bachelor's Degree in Graphic Design from the Art Institute of Pittsburgh.

After college, I went on to work in the field of graphic design for an advertising agency. I was even presented with the unique opportunity to head up the group of Wednesday Morning Portrait Artists that my great-grandfather, Les Gardner Art Director at Pangborn, started in the 1970's. I am currently employed as a graphic and interactive designer. I reside in western Maryland with my two young sons. I enjoy drawing and painting with them on a regular basis.

I am a hard-working, motivated individual that studies marketing trends and new artistic techniques whether it be traditional art or computer application. I have a deep-rooted love for old cars, animals (especially my Boston Terrier Vinny) and pin-up portraits. My highly diverse interests allow my illustration and graphic portfolio to continue to evolve.