Ashlyn Pope

Ashlyn Pope is an Assistant Professor in 3-D Foundations at Coastal Carolina University, Myrtle Beach, South Carolina. As an educator and ceramic/textile artist of Gullah descent, her work explores the human figure through the lens of African American and Gullah women's contemporary experiences. Her academic journey includes a BFA in Ceramics and Printmaking (2013) from Kennesaw State University and an MFA in Ceramics (2019) from Penn State University.

• Education: BFA (Kennesaw State University, 2013), MFA (Penn State University, 2019)

Her artistic practice bridges cultural heritage with modern identity, focusing on Gullah traditions and the African American experience. While associated with the Joyner Institute at Coastal Carolina University, specific details about her research grants or awards were not found in the provided texts. The Visual Arts department's emphasis on 3-D Foundations aligns with her expertise in ceramics and material-based storytelling.