About Me

Penny Ashford is a distinguished photographer renowned for her fine art and documentary work, with a focus on environmental and social issues. Her portfolio is acclaimed for its ability to capture both the aesthetic and emotional dimensions of her subjects.

Ashford’s extensive travels have significantly shaped her photography, taking her to diverse locations such as the North Pole, Antarctica, Greenland, Iceland, Australia, and Africa. Each destination has enriched her perspective and contributed to her unique style.

Her recent journey to La Palma represents an exciting new chapter, underscoring her growing interest in astrophotography. Known for its clear, unpolluted skies, La Palma offers ideal conditions for observing and photographing celestial events, thanks to its location in the Atlantic Ocean and minimal light pollution.

Water is a recurring theme in Ashford’s work, seamlessly integrating into her projects regardless of location. This thematic focus is evident in her latest show, which continues to explore the interplay between water and the natural world.

Ashford aims to inspire viewers to see themselves as stewards of the Earth through her photography, encouraging positive action to preserve the planet’s beauty.

A graduate of Mount Holyoke College and class work at the International Center for Photography in New York, Ashford has exhibited her work at numerous venues, including Jessica Hagan Fine Art + Design in Newport, RI; Bond Miller Gallery in Richmond, VA; Artful Living in Washington, DC; the Newport Art Museum; the Coleman Center for Education in Newport, RI; CadeTompkins Gallery in Providence, RI; and The Antique and Artisan Gallery in Stamford, CT, as well as various galleries throughout New England and the Mid-Atlantic.