George Ellis

George Ellis is a contemporary visual artist renowned for his evocative mixed-media works that explore the interplay between memory, landscape, and the passage of time. Born in 1982 in Portland, Oregon, Ellis developed a fascination with art at an early age, drawing inspiration from the Pacific Northwest’s dense forests and shifting coastlines. After receiving his BFA from the Rhode Island School of Design, he relocated to Brooklyn, New York, where his practice expanded to include large-scale installations and experimental sculpture.

Ellis’s work is characterized by layered textures, organic forms, and a nuanced use of color, often incorporating found materials and natural pigments. His pieces invite viewers to reflect on environmental change and personal history, themes underscored by recurring motifs of erosion and growth. Ellis has exhibited internationally, with solo shows in New York, Berlin, and Tokyo, and his work can be found in both private and public collections.

Committed to education and community engagement, Ellis frequently leads workshops and collaborates with environmental organizations, further cementing his role as both artist and advocate.