Speaker · Bible teacher · Author

Grab your coffee. Let's open God's Word together.

I'm Ashlee. A women's speaker, Bible teacher and author from the upstate of South Carolina. My goal is to help women read and understand scripture better, laugh a little louder, and find joy right in the junk of real life.

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My story

Hi, friend.

Back in 2013 I opened Paint It Up! in the upstate of SC with one simple idea: art should feel like sitting at a kitchen table, not walking into a gallery. A whole lot of brushstrokes later, I've learned God does some of His best work in that same place. Around ordinary tables. In the junk we'd rather hide. Through women who never thought they had anything to offer.

Today I teach the Bible the same way I teach painting. Honest, practical, a little bit messy, and full of grace. Whether I'm on a stage, behind a microphone, or across the table from you, my heart is the same: open God's Word, find the love of Jesus on each page, and go live a life above this world.

Speaking

Bring Ashlee to your women.

Every message is rooted in Scripture, full of real-life stories, and delivered like we're talking over coffee. Your ladies will laugh, maybe cry a little, and walk out with something they can actually use on Monday.

Women's conferences Church retreats Ladies' nights Small groups & Bible studies Creative paint-along workshops
Signature keynote

Bridled: Taming our Tongue, Training Our Heart

James says the tongue is a small fire that can set a whole forest ablaze. In this honest, funny, and convicting message, Ashlee walks women through what Scripture says about our words, and how a bridled tongue begins with a heart surrendered to Christ. It also results in stronger relationships, awareness of the words we speak and how they reflect the One we follow.

  • Why our words reveal what's in our hearts
  • Breaking the gossip, complaining, and how to respond when hurt
  • Speaking life over the people you love
Encouragement

Joy in the Junk

For the woman who's waiting for life to look perfect before she calls it good. Ashlee shares how God finds treasure in the ordinary, cluttered, not-Pinterest-worthy parts of our lives, and how we can find joy there too.

  • Seeing God in the everyday mess
  • Letting go of comparison and "someday"
  • Choosing gratitude when life feels like junk
Tailored to your event

Your Theme, His Message

Already have a theme, verse, or season you're planning around? Ashlee will take it to prayer and into the Word, then prepare a message God lays on her heart specifically for your women and your event. Nothing canned, nothing pulled off a shelf.

  • Built around your theme, verse, or season
  • Prayerfully prepared for your women
  • Works for keynotes, retreats, and weekend sessions
Faith & creativity

Created to Create

For every woman who has ever said "I'm just not creative." We serve a Creator who made us in His image. Ashlee invites women to make beautiful things with Him, and can lead your whole group in a Scripture-themed paint-along.

  • Your creativity is part of your calling
  • Worship through making
  • Optional hands-on paint session for your group
Where I'll be

Upcoming speaking engagements

Coming to an event near you? I'd love to hug your neck. Now booking for 2027.

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On YouTube

Come yap with me. Bible Yappin'

Real talk about Scripture, no seminary degree required. Grab your Bible, your coffee, and maybe a highlighter, and let's dig into God's Word like two friends at the kitchen table.

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Books & Bible studies

Words I've written for you.

Bridled: an 8-week Bible study by Ashlee Canipe
Bible study · 8 weeks

Bridled

A restrained tongue that reflects God and the beauty of bridled speech. Bridled walks women through what Scripture says about our words and the connection between the heart and the tongue, and invites God to guide what we say. Made for small groups, Sunday school classes, and friends gathered around a table.

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Paint it up! Doodles and Devotions coloring book
Coloring book · Devotional

Paint it up! Doodles and Devotions

A collection of coloring pages with devotions and drawings to encourage your walk with God. Grab your colored pencils, markers, or even paint, and get creative with your Creator. Every doodle and devotion was written and drawn by me.

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The podcast

Joy in the Junk Podcast

Conversations about faith with complete transparency and finding the treasure hiding in the everyday stuff of life. Pop in your earbuds while you fold laundry or drive to work. My cohost Blair and I will keep you company and hopefully encourage your in our walk with God.

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Let's talk about your event.

Tell me a little about your women and what you're dreaming up. I read every request myself and will get back to you within a few days.

  1. 1Send your requestShare your date, location, and audience.
  2. 2We chatA quick call to pray over your theme and pick the right message.
  3. 3We gatherI show up ready to serve your women well.