Are you a die-hard horror fan looking for the ultimate centre-piece for your collection? Whether you worship classic slasher icons, psychological thrillers, or creature features, it’s time to take your love for the genre to the next level. I am officially opening slots for custom, hand-drawn A3 horror portraits in high-contrast graphite and charcoal pencil

our phone storage is 99% dog photos. Let’s fix that. 🐶👇 Why leave your pup's cutest expressions trapped in your camera roll when they deserve the Wall of Fame? or Struggling to find the perfect present for the person who loves their dog more than anything else? Give them a heart warming keepsake that will bring tears to their eyes and last a lifetime. I turn your favourite pet photos into vibrant, hand-drawn coloured pencil masterpieces that pack serious personality. Swipe

Dreams is a visual window into the breathtaking, unpredictable expanse of the human subconscious—and the isolating frustration of trying to share it with a waking world. Capturing the duality between limitless imagination and the rigid boundaries of daily life, this piece illustrates the beautiful, chaotic stories we weave when we sleep, and the social barriers that stand in the way when we try to bring those magical worlds into the light. The black sphere hung suspended in a

Before my body changed and disability redefined my physical world, my sanctuary was a packed, sweaty dancefloor at 3:00 AM. Moving to the bass until dawn was the only time I felt entirely free from the rigid boxes society tries to force us into. This painting, Happiness, is my inner mind bleeding onto the canvas—a vibrant, glowing monument to those wild neon nights and a fierce declaration that while my physical limits have changed, my spirit remains completely unboxed. The m

Big News: I’m Exhibiting at the Southwark Park Gallery Annual Open 2026! I am absolutely thrilled to share some wonderful news with you all—I will be showing my art in London this autumn! My abstract mixed-media pieces, "Marbles" and "Myositis," have been accepted into the Southwark Park Galleries Annual Open 2026. This incredible showcase is London's longest-running democratic exhibition, celebrating artists from all career stages across the UK. I am incredibly proud to have

Studio Secrets: Layering Light and Fluid Motion with Pébéo XL Oils As an abstract artist, my practice relies entirely on the interplay of light, depth, and fluid motion. I don't build heavy, blocked-out slabs of paint; instead, I focus on capturing weightless, organic shifts of colour—like sunlight filtering through water or wind moving through trees. To achieve this, my go-to technique is thin, successive layering. Lately, I’ve been using Pébéo XL Studio Oils in my studio, a

Unboxed: Stepping Inside Ashley Medlock’s "Idiosyncratic Isolation" Series What happens when the messy, vibrant reality of the human psyche collides with the rigid structures of the modern world? Contemporary artist Ashley Medlock answers this question in his compelling 2026 collection, Idiosyncratic Isolation. If you have ever felt the tension of trying to fit your true self into a world that loves neat little boxes, this series speaks directly to your soul. The Visual Langu

This painting is more than just colours on a canvas; it's a window into a shared human experience that often goes unspoken: the feeling of being an outsider in your own beautiful world.

Do you remember the last time you truly let go? I’m talking about that moment on a dance floor—or maybe just in your living room—when the beat dropped, and suddenly, nothing else mattered. The worries of the week, the to-do lists, the noise of the outside world... it all just evaporated.

Join Me at "Light in the Darkness" – The Place Stamford Exhibition! Hello everyone! I’m thrilled to share some exciting news with you! I have some of my work featured in the upcoming exhibition at The Place Stamford , titled "Light in the Darkness" . It's a wonderful opportunity to see art from various talented local artists, and I would love for you to come and see the pieces I'm showcasing. The exhibition launches very soon, and there’s a special event planned: Launch Party

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https://nros.co.uk/ Northampton and Rutland Spring Art Exhibition 7th / 8th and 14th / 15th February at Lamport Hall https://www.lamporthall.co.uk/ I am so thrilled to finally announce that I’ll be exhibiting at the NROS Spring Show ! After months of staying cosy in the studio, it’s time to bring these pieces into the light. Whether you’re looking to fill a blank wall or want to spend your weekend surrounded by local creativity, I’d love to see you there. This show is a true

Thanks for all your support in 2025 Let’s bring on 2026 !!!

There is something both thrilling and slightly terrifying about hitting the "submit" button on a major exhibition entry. Today, I’m excited to share that I have officially submitted two of my pieces for consideration for the Royal Society of British Artists (RBA) Annual Exhibition 2026 . The RBA has been a pillar of the British art scene since 1823, known for showcasing works that balance incredible technical skill with a unique contemporary voice. Having my work considered

I started on one of the largest canvas paintings I ever made sine over 25 years ago At 6 feet by 4 feet it’s a large Idiosyncratic isolation piece. Big than me. I am working on it in the same style as me Idiosyncratic isolation piece. So it is a major piece that I hope speaks to people. (Fragments of what to come) Idiosyncratic isolation piece fragment It’s my unique expression of my bounds and social prison in which I find myself in. The prison is socially placed, as we a

Happy Christmas Wishing everyone a wonderful day. time with family, food , drink, and games big hugs to everyone

Welcome to the Studio: ashleymedlockart.com is Live! Hello, and a huge welcome to my brand-new digital home! Ashley Medlock Online Art Gallery Portfolio If you’ve been following my journey on social media or have seen my work in person, a big thank you for being part of the story so far. If you’re new here—I’m so glad you stumbled into my corner of the internet. Why a Website? While I love the fast-paced energy of Instagram and Pinterest, I wanted a space that felt a little