Infected by Art Book - Volume 10

Coll C J Ellis is a fantasy illustrator and Author from Bangor, North Wales. Their work is inspired by fantasy and mythology, drawing inspiration from ancient Celtic culture. They work mainly with pen, ink and watercolour and occasionally use Photoshop and ProCreate. 

 

Ellis attended University and achieved a Masters in Design Communication. They have launched several successful Kickstarters, one of which lead to the publication of their first book 'Welsh Monsters & Mythical Beasts', which explores the creatures of Welsh folklore. 

 

Ellis has been featured in several online blogs and magazines, including Imagine FX Magazine and Y Lle’ on Welsh TV channel S4C. They have also taken part in a one to one Podcast with 'Pencil Kings' and appeared on the BBC 'Wales Today' Show.

 

​In their spare time Ellis an active member of their local H.E.M.A (Historical European Martial Arts) group, and has a passion for mountain rambling, herpetology and animal rescue.