Ashley Nora

Ashley Nora, an Indianapolis-based visual artist, is a former analytical chemist who earned her degree at Anderson University. She transitioned from her career in science in 2019 to pursue art full-time, later becoming CEO of Ashley Nora Art LLC and vice president of the Eighteen Art Collective. Ashley captivates audiences with her unique blend of realistic oil painting portraits and evocative sculptures, capturing real moments of human interaction. With no formal training, it was her personal exploration of color theory and emotional resonance that truly defined her signature style. Ashley travels the world and creates public art for people of every economic and social background to experience. Ashley believes that impact is more important than income, and her desire is to impact communities through her gift and inspire others to follow their dreams and do the same.