It is fascinating to watch Ellie at work. A ballerina in her spare time, delicate and feminine, it is a real contrast to see her in a cloud of dust, carving one of the strongest of all mediums with heavy tools.

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This contrast is translated into her pieces, which are based on the female form. Ellie’s sculptures are graceful and elegant; they carry a quiet authority and an enduring presence. The surface of the stone is carefully carved to achieve a soft, body-like texture, while parts of the pieces still retain the marks of the chisel and mallet.

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Ellie picked up her first chisel and mallet in 2018 and, since then, has exhibited in London, Cornwall and France. She also has a permanent public sculpture in the South of France.