Ashley specialises in digital design, although traditionally trained in screen-printing. "It gives me much more freedom. I am not limited to the amount of colours I can use in my work and it makes my products much more affordable."

"I was always drawing as a child whether it was my pets, flowers or landscapes. I was surrounded by animals from a young age, I grew up on an equestrian centre on the outskirts of London where my parents bred race horses for a very wealthy family. This is probably why I obsessively draw animals and feature them in my work. My inspiration can come from the smallest detail, such as the pattern on a vintage plate or watching the busy little birds in my garden." She aims to produce designs that are fun, curious and make people smile.