Ellis King is a figurative artist whose paintings explore the experiences and expectations of women in the 21st century.
Focused predominantly on portraiture of women, King's oeuvre captures the essence of her subjects through poignant and unfiltered moments, drawn from candid conversations with those in her life. Translating photographic references into honest and authentic portraits, her work offers a captivating glimpse into the distinctive stories of each person she portrays.
King’s artistic palette is a blend of colours and styles, juxtaposing unsettling realism with bold, lucid brush strokes to navigate the intersection of fine and modern art. Describing these marks as "graffiti," she employs a fun, childlike approach that transcends conventional boundaries—an artistic expression without limitations. In this visual symphony, King not only confronts darkness but also delves into the complexities of life, culture and adulthood, exploring its dichotomies.
Born in 1989, Ellis initially pursued art studies before embarking on a career in charity marketing. In 2019, she rekindled her passion for art, driven by a deeply transformative personal journey. This evolution as an artist is evident in every brushstroke, each piece an inviting exploration through a vibrant, female-centric perspective. Her art speaks boldly, challenging societal norms and compelling viewers to question the world through an authentic feminine lens. Unapologetically assertive, her work refuses to be ignored.
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With rough texture contrasting against the flat, Paint Me Like One Of Your French Girls looks to expose the unexposed, and flip beauty on its head. Consequently, the title of the piece serves as a for ...
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(Because I couldn’t help but think of The Tamperer’s Feel It when I looked at this piece!) When life has constraints that you have to live within. The subject (a friend of mine called Vicky) is depend ...
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A self-portrait which interrogates the challenges and frustrations placed upon women to be able to do it all – to have the career you desire, remain sexually desirable, while being the primary caregiv ...