Allison Norris Ashurst grew up in Montgomery, AL and credits that for the discovery of her passion and talent in creating art. She received her Bachelor of Fine Arts degree at Birmingham-Southern College in 2002. In 2004, She graduated from the University of Alabama at Birmingham with a Masters in Art Education.
Allison creates paintings and drawings of a variety of subjects, yet still-lifes and landscapes are prevalent in her works. Her style is quite distinctive, with vivid and smooth brushstrokes and a palette rich in color. Her art has been largely influenced by her travels. She studied at the University of Salamanca in Spain and has traveled throughout Europe, absorbing the wonderful cultures. She has also spent time exploring Latin America, experiencing their rich and colorful lifestyles. Her travels have inspired her art as she is always looking for new and memorable discoveries. Most recently she spent her honeymoon on the French Polynesian Islands and created a "Honeymoon Series" of paintings.
Alongside being a new mother to a beautiful little girl, Allison spends much of her time doing commissioned work of portraits and preparing for upcoming arts festivals. She is also an adjunct art teacher at Faulkner State Community College and the marketing coordinator for Ashurst & Niemeyer Real Estate. (if interested in relocating to Fairhope or surrounding areas, please visit www.ashurstandniemeyer.com :)
Please contact Allison by e-mail is you are interested in buying a painting on the website or you'd like to discuss a possible commissioned piece. allison@anorrisart.com
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Publications
This That & The Other July 2006
Baldwin Register Monday, April 10, 2006. Vol.19 No.2
Fairhope Courier Wednesday, May 24, 2006. Vol.112 No.82