‘Life has its ups and downs, but you can only look forward’ Frank Lowy We all have ups and downs, it’s inevitable and unfortunately, there’s no instruction manual for how to live this life. Sometimes I think it would be easier if there was. On one hand I guess we all feel like that sometimes but on the other hand, who needs instructions for everything! Wouldn't that stifle our very existence, our creativity, freedom and our right to express? Maybe, maybe not. As an #artist, i

This is my first ever blog on my new website so I’m thinking a ‘welcome everyone’ and an intro on me would be good starter for ten! As I keep ‘blogging’ I’ll delve deeper into some topical content that I hope you enjoy. So, here goes… I’m Ellie, and a post-grad full time artist. I have a daughter, and I'm married to my long term partner, Jamie. I graduated in 2004, yes 2004! I know it was a long time ago and whilst you may be thinking ‘why has it taken until now to start blog