Ainsley ILLUSTRATOR

Entertainment, Media & Comics Illustrations

Capturing the Essence of Stories
Entertainment, media, and comics illustrations are at the forefront of visual storytelling for digital media platforms, bringing characters, scenes, and narratives to life with dynamic artistry. My branding illustrations for entertainment agencies bridge the gap between imagination and reality, delivering memorable, impactful visuals that resonate across platforms, from print to screen. My work not only enhances the narratives but also builds a deep connection with audiences, making stories more immersive and engaging.

Creative Illustrations for Music Album Covers and Artwork, Featuring 'Haunted Like Human'

A Nature-Inspired Album Cover Series

A captivating watercolor album cover featuring a moon with a creative splash, perfect for vinyl releases. This visually striking artwork is ideal for music promotion and entertainment media, showcasing creativity and artistic expression.

Layered watercolours
Adds depth and richness to the illustrations.

A vibrant watercolor album cover featuring a fox sitting in a birch bark forest. The artwork's title,

A carefully selected colour palette
The foundation of impactful design.

A captivating watercolor album cover featuring a black bird flying freely. The title,

Minimalist watercolour
Combines simplicity with sophistication.

A captivating watercolor album cover depicting a ghost town overrun by nature, titled

Watercolour bleeds
The organic beauty of the medium.

Globetrotter, a Syndicated Travel Comic Strip

Capturing Global Adventures with Engaging Visuals and Storytelling for a Wide Audience

Globetrotter comic: Ainsley Ashby's Chloe breaks a glass box, revealing a Thailand card. Mom brags about Chloe's bravery and resilience. A fun and adventurous travel comic strip.

Globetrotter
Thailand #70

Globetrotter comic: Chloe arrives in Ireland, questioned at customs. A flashback reveals the flight crew jumping from the plane due to engine failure. Ainsley Ashby's comedic storytelling continues.

Globetrotter
Ireland #142

Globetrotter comic: Chloe squeezes through a tight Egyptian pyramid tunnel, experiencing a comical shock. Ainsley Ashby's genius shines through in this hilarious and creative cartoon.

Globetrotter
Egypt #514

Globetrotter comic: Chloe and Ferrari explore Iceland's stunning landscape, encountering mountain sheep. A dead sheep raises suspicions, leading to a thrilling investigation.

Globetrotter
Iceland #659

Single-Colour Realism: Editorial illustrations for Media and Entertainment

Realistic Renderings with a Limited Use of Colour

A vibrant orange portrait of Diana Ross, capturing her iconic beauty and powerful presence. This realistic illustration is perfect for music, entertainment, and publishing, celebrating her influential legacy.

A heightened sense of energy
Achieving this through controlled and enhanced colour application.

A realistic portrait series featuring Jack, a charismatic man blowing smoke rings. Perfect for entertainment and media, capturing the Hollywood lifestyle.

Depth
Facial features are amplified through considered colour selection and precise detailing.

A realistic black and white portrait of Mr. Bean, the iconic British comedian. Created by Ainsley Ashby, this illustration is perfect for entertainment, media, and comics, capturing the character's timeless appeal.

Bringing characters to life
The power of subtle details.

A monochromatic, realistic portrait of Iris Apfel, the iconic fashion goddess. This powerful image captures her unique style and influence, perfect for entertainment, media, and comics.

Unique details, unique voices
Expressing individuality through detail and tone.

Contemporary Minimalism: Illustrations for Influencer Campaigns and Social Media

Characterized by its Simplicity, Clean Lines, and Focus on Essential Elements to Create Bold, Engaging Visuals

The art of reduction
Streamlining for impact and focusing on the essentials.

A contemporary vector portrait illustration of a powerful female celebrity. This minimalist design is perfect for entertainment, media, and branding, showcasing her iconic status and influence.

Make a bold statement
The power of contrasting colours.

A bold pop illustration of a Black woman with an afro, featuring vibrant blue and yellow tones. This unique and expressive artwork celebrates individuality and beauty, perfect for creative projects and branding.

Concept Development for an Engaging Video Introduction for Toronto Star

Taking You Back in Time

A sepia-toned illustration of an old-world street scene, filled with people, newspapers, and horse-drawn buggies. Perfect for the Toronto Star, capturing the city's rich history and timeless appeal.

Sepia's timeless appeal
Creating a vintage and historical atmosphere.

Entertainment and Media Illustrator Creating an Indie Film Premiere Poster Illustration

A Classic Design for Maximum Impact

A black and white illustration for the indie film

Sophisticated elegance
Classic illustration for indie film poster.

Illustrative Storytelling for Publishing

Capturing the Essence of Novels with Minimalist Ink Wash Illustrations that Seize the Heart of the Story

A black and white ink wash illustration of a baker rolling out dough, perfect for character development in books or novels. This detailed image captures the essence of the craft, ideal for editorial and publishing purposes.

Strategic tonal placement
Drives visual impact and client success.

A black and white illustration of a man feeding cows on city limits, perfect for book chapter illustrations. This grayscale image captures a unique urban-rural contrast, ideal for editorial and media purposes.

Raw lines, deep connection
The power of imperfect strokes.

A black and white illustration of a couple on a balcony overlooking the sea, perfect for cultural-themed book chapter illustrations. This visually striking artwork conveys emotion and story, ideal for entertainment and media.

Minimalist scenes, maximum impact Aligning with client goals.

Pie Media Group Editorial Artwork for Magazines

Capturing the Essence of the Story with Powerful Illustrations that Deliver Compelling Visuals and Engage Readers

Ringo Starr
Exquisite full-page Illustration.

A vibrant full-color portrait illustration of The Beatles and Ringo Starr, perfect for multimedia projects. This iconic piece is ideal for editorial use, music and entertainment, and celebrity artwork.

Etta James
Taking you back to the basics with a black and white depiction of this legend.

A full black and white portrait of Etta James, created for Pie Media and Pie Magazine. This realistic illustration celebrates her influential career, perfect for music, entertainment, and publishing.

Metropolis
Pen & Ink: A classic art form for editorial illustration.

A detailed black and white pen-and-ink illustration of a man and a clock, perfect for Metropolis promotion. This cross-hatching artwork is ideal for Pie Media and Pie Magazine, showcasing the iconic city and its timeless appeal.

Jim Carrey
Nostalgic nostalgia: A vintage portrait illustration.

A vibrant full-color portrait of Jim Carrey, perfect for magazine editorials. This unique and cutting-edge illustration is ideal for Pie Media and Pie Magazine, showcasing his comedic talent.

NFL Kickoff Illustrator for Social Commentary

Capturing the Essence of Football with a Dynamic Chip Kelly Portrait, Embodying 'The Face of Football'

A monochromatic portrait of Chip Kelly, the NFL football hero, captured in realistic detail. This striking image is perfect for sports and entertainment, conveying his unique personality and leadership.

Creating Impact
Rich tonal depth for visual storytelling.

Using Format