Hello, I’m Ellie!

I’m an artist, educator and creativity coach based in Cumbria with almost 20 years experience sharing the creative process.

As an educator/workshop facilitator I make imaginative, high quality art experiences and online creative resources to encourage both creativity and a love for natural history. I am passionate about designing accessible workshops that inspire curiosity, wonder and imagination, as well as sharing skills that empower people to becomes creators themselves.

Past clients include Butterfly Conservation, Cambridge University Museums, Lakeland Arts, Cumbria Wildlife Trust and Lancaster University. I have also worked for many celebratory arts companies including Horse + Bamboo, Handmade Parade, Thingumajig Theatre, Ulverston Lantern Festival and Candlelit Walk. I have also been artist in residence for many schools across the North West, as well as teaching on Art & Design courses in college, as well as running workshops for undergraduate students.

My qualifications include BA Fine Art from Goldsmiths College London, MA Art As Environment (focusing on community and socially engaged practice) from MMU Manchester and Level 4 Certificate in Education & Training. I am also a trained in Creativity Coaching and ADHD coaching. I have completed training in Safeguarding and Keeping Children Safe Online with the NSPCC. I have Public Liability Insurance, Public Indemnity Insurance and an up-to-date DBS check.