Ellie Collins selects media according to its suitability for realising the material potential of an idea.
Depending on the nature and context of the project, the work might manifest as painting, drawing or writing, or perhaps film installation, performance or making objects.
The specific site for installation can range from the traditional white cube gallery to a given landscape or classroom, and is dependent on the requirements of the particular partner or audience.
In addition to producing formal exhibition pieces, Ellie's is a socially engaged and collaborative practice, with an individual specialism in partnership with clients who have profound and complex learning disabilities.
Ellie lives and works in Northern Lincolnshire, in the UK.
Ellie's practice over recent years has included the following: