I’m a profile Illustrator with 15+ years in children's publishing and the gift industry. I bring a strong background in print and web design, digital photography, and collaborative project management. Represented by Yeon Agency, I work with art directors and agents across the US/UK and Asia to develop original artwork for children's books and related products. As a co-founder of collaborative studios and a long-time freelancer, I’ve led concepts from initial sketches to production, managed client relationships, and consistently meet deadlines while embracing feedback. My work spans greeting cards, art prints, and educational publishing, with hands-on experience in wholesale partnerships, trade shows, and online retail.…

Ashley Selby

I’m a profile Illustrator with 15+ years in children's publishing and the gift industry. I bring a strong background in print and web design, digital photography, and collaborative project management. Represented by Yeon Agency, I work with art directors and agents across the US/UK and Asia to develop original artwork for children's books and related products. As a co-founder of collaborative studios and a long-time freelancer, I’ve led concepts from initial sketches to production, managed client relationships, and consistently meet deadlines while embracing feedback. My work spans greeting cards, art prints, and educational publishing, with hands-on experience in wholesale partnerships, trade shows, and online retail.…

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I’m a profile Illustrator with 15+ years in children’s publishing and the gift industry. I bring a strong background in print and web design, digital photography, and collaborative project management. Represented by Yeon Agency, I work with art directors and agents across the US/UK and Asia to develop original artwork for children’s books and related products.

As a co-founder of collaborative studios and a long-time freelancer, I’ve led concepts from initial sketches to production, managed client relationships, and consistently meet deadlines while embracing feedback. My work spans greeting cards, art prints, and educational publishing, with hands-on experience in wholesale partnerships, trade shows, and online retail.

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Language

English
Fluent

Work Experience

Co-Founder and Designer at This Paper Ship
January 1, 2019 - October 15, 2025
Collaboratively created and oversaw original greeting card and art print designs from inception to production. Managed in-house print studio, all aspects of online retail shop including customer service and order fulfillment, and relationships with wholesale vendors. Attended local trade shows and the National Stationery Show as vendor.
Contract Illustrator at Aeolidia
January 1, 2012 - October 15, 2025
Remotely worked with web design company producing illustration assets for websites and businesses, focusing on spot illustrations and illustrated logos.
Graphic Designer at Printing Impressions
January 1, 2009 - October 15, 2025
Worked as a team with another graphic designer on client projects, prepared files to be ready for in house printing, and worked within tight deadlines with fast turnaround.
Designer at The Jacksonville Daily News
January 1, 2006 - October 15, 2025
Designed print advertisements for local clients, prepared files to be print ready for the newspaper.
Illustrator at Joel & Ashley Illustration
January 1, 2008 - October 31, 2025
Running collaborative illustration studio with husband/business partner. Working from home office with art directors and agents on original artwork for primarily children’s books, independently managing US/UK clients and represented in Asia by Yeon Agency. Managing deadlines and adjusting designs based on feedback.
Co-Founder and Designer at This Paper Ship
December 31, 2019 - December 31, 2019
Collaboratively created and oversaw original greeting card and art print designs from inception to production. Managed in-house print studio, all aspects of online retail shop including customer service and order fulfillment, and relationships with wholesale vendors. Attended many local trade shows as well as the flagship National Stationery Show as vendor.
Contract Illustrator at Aeolidia
December 31, 2012 - December 31, 2012
Remotely worked with web design company producing illustration assets for websites and businesses, focusing on spot illustrations and illustrated logos.
Graphic Designer at Printing Impressions
January 1, 2009 - October 31, 2025
Worked as a team with another graphic designer on client projects, prepared files to be ready for in house printing, and worked within tight deadlines with fast turnaround.
Graphic Designer at The Jacksonville Daily News
January 1, 2006 - October 31, 2025
Designed print advertisements for local clients, prepared files to be print ready for the newspaper.
Co-Founder and Designer at This Paper Ship
January 1, 2008 - January 1, 2019
Co-founded and designed greeting cards and art prints, oversaw the in-house print studio and online shop operations, built wholesale vendor relationships, and represented the brand at local trade shows including the National Stationery Show.
Contract Illustrator at Aeolidia
January 1, 2011 - January 1, 2012
Remotely produced illustration assets for websites and businesses, focusing on spot illustrations and illustrated logos.
Advertising Designer at The Jacksonville Daily News
January 1, 2006 - January 1, 2006
Designed print advertisements for local clients and prepared files to be print-ready for the newspaper.

Education

BFA Graphic Design at Shepherd University
January 11, 2030 - January 1, 2009
BFA Graphic Design at Shepherd University
January 11, 2030 - January 1, 2009
BFA Graphic Design at Shepherd University
January 11, 2030 - January 1, 2009

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Industry Experience

Media & Entertainment, Retail, Wholesale & Distribution, Professional Services, Education

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