Ella Slade grew up in Devon, spending as much time as possible immersed in the world outside. This is a fascination that has stayed with her throughout her life, playing a fundamental role in her creative development.After developing an instinctive affinity towards portraying the natural world in mixed media, Ella chose to study for a Textiles degree at the prestigious Manchester School of Art. Here, she developed her understanding in the art of gesture, colour and textural abstraction.Returning to the freedom of life back in the South West, Ella is now able to let...
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