Ashley Buttercup

Hi, welcome to my profile.

As an artist, I specialize in capturing time through portrait painting, switching between gouache and acrylic on small canvases. Presently, I am interested in the art of capturing those genuine, unguarded moments that unfold "when nobody is looking." Amidst my personal quest for diverse experiences, I've discovered that my most authentic self emerges in unscripted hours.

Beyond my artistic pursuits, I harbor a love for history. Alongside discreetly capturing moments, I'm dedicated to unearthing and celebrating black historical trailblazers, actively sharing my discoveries with my community through my paintings.

When I'm not painting, you can catch me immersed in books, crafting the perfect Spotify playlists, hoarding rocks, baking, embarking on culinary adventures with my brother and cousin, and showering my son with love.

Temple University- Studio Art
Temple University/ Japan- Graphic Design

2023
The Gabriel by Hilton; Miami Fl
Renaissance Hotel; Harlem
Peg Altson Gallery; Manhattan
Clutch AF; BWIVA/Dashboard Future Art Fair; Manhattan
Womens History Month; Kente Royal Gallery, Harlem
Redemption; Kente Royal Gallery, Harlem
HFR Macy's Window Display

2022
Sticky Honey solo exhibition, Nine30 Gala Ree; Brooklyn, NY
Building Black Bedstuy; Brooklyn NY (July, August, Sept)
Artmagedon Art Showcase; Brooklyn NY
Yonkers Arts Week Showcase; CMAD Gallery, Yonkers NY
Dream Is Grind x Dro Showcase; Denver, CO
Hope is Healing; Kente Royal Gallery, Harlem

2021
Superfine! Art Fair, NYC x3, Center 415

2020
PxP Contemporary; "Collect, Cut, Composite"
Superfine! eFair

2019
The Other Art Fair, Brooklyn Expo. Center
Philly Art Collective Gallery

2018
Cinco de MyHoe, Brooklyn Art Cafe

2011
The Perception of Perfection, dylanGallery

2007
TUJ Student Group Exhibition Tour, Japan