Bio

Ashlin Cheyenne is an artist and kiln manager based in Baltimore, MD. While working in DC as an art handler, Ashlin has had the opportunity to work in museums such as the Hirshhorn and Smithsonian American Art Museum. While holding a BFA in ceramic from Towson University, Ashlin creates with various materials—ceramics, wood, metal, and human hair. Initially studying structural engineering, these influences present themselves through angles, precision, and connection shown by pushing the boundaries without compromising stability. By distorting their structures’ walls, Ashlin demonstrates that paths aren’t linear but rather sharp and uncertain.

ARTIST STATEMENT

While moving with material, I make sculptures that give a sense of defying gravity while maintaining balance and connection. Through creating with hand-building techniques, I make forms that come organically to me that appear calculated and meticulous. By pushing the boundaries, I challenge myself and the material in ways that exaggerate and or optimize form and function. Having an adaptable practice, I create anything from functional decor to unconventional geometric sculptures.

PROFESSIONAL

2024 - Present | Registrar, Assistant Art Packer | Baltimore Museum of Art

2023 - 2024 | Art Handler | Cross Museum Services | Smithsonian American Art Museum, Hirshhorn Museum

2021 - 2023 | Museum Preparator | Alfred Ceramic Art Museum

EXHIBITIONS

2023 | Wellsville Creative Arts Center | Distorted Geometry | Wellsville, NY (solo)

2021 | CraftBoston | Cup of Good | Boston, MA

2019 | The Gallery at CCBC Essex | Baltimore, MD

2018 | The Gallery at CCBC Dundalk | Baltimore, MD

2018 | The Fox 2 Gallery at MICA | Baltimore, MD

2013 | Contemporary Arts Museum Houston | Houston, TX

EDUCATION

2021 | Towson University | Towson, MD | BFA

2019 | Community College of Baltimore County | Essex, MD | AA FINE ARTS

2017 | Pennsylvania State University | Harrisburg, PA | Studied Structural Engineering