Ashley Bevington grew up in Nashville, Ohio. Bevington received her BFA from Columbus College of Art & Design in 2014, & her MFA from Edinboro University of Pennsylvania in 2017. She has participated in various exhibitions in galleries including Clay AKAR, La Luz de Jesus Gallery, & the Craft In America Center. Bevington has received several awards including the Ceramics Monthly Emerging Artist Award & the NCECA International Residency Program Scholarship. Bevington is currently a full-time artist residing in Columbus, Ohio.

"My ceramic work explores the vast landscape of the human psyche, playfully delving into universal coping mechanisms that help us through moments of humility, contradiction, anxiety, and trauma. Using the malleability of clay, I’m able to express the strength found in these moments of vulnerability. My anthropomorphic works invite viewers to reflect on their personal journeys and, possibly, find a sense of belonging and understanding for the diverse ways we navigate through life’s trials and tribulations. With my functional wares I often combine cute, funky animals and/or monsters with beloved comfort foods, as a lighthearted way to explore the complex ways in which we use food as a coping mechanism. Sometimes I go for the “more is more” approach with detailed sculptural elements to depict the feeling of ambivalence by using contrasting imagery on different sides of a single piece. The goal of my ceramic work is to celebrate the mundane. Whether that be through an oddly adorable mug, a highly decorative cake stand, or a relatable sculpture, I hope to elevate and bring a bit of joy to the everyday experience."