Derrick Ashworth was born in Anderson, SC, but has lived his life in a myriad of places and situations.

His formative artistic years were spent admiring the work of Salvador Dali,
Jackson Pollock, Picasso, and M.C. Esher. It was during those early years, that he brought brush to canvas to create his own brand of scenic art inspired by these artists, as well as local artists he would befriend and work alongside.

During his time living in Charleston, SC, Ashworth was captivated by the scenery of the low country including marsh lands and massive oak trees. He also
experimented with different materials, paints, and canvas to build the ‘visional abstract’ style he uses to this day.

A self taught artist, he has returned to his hometown where his art can be seen at local businesses, art shows and galleries throughout the Upstate.