Ellen Shields

Ellen Shields is a contemporary artist based in Canberra, Australia.

Known for her bold use of colour and form, Shields’ work draws from a wide range of influences, including the natural world, philosophy, metaphysics, patterns, and advancements in technology.

Shields’ pieces explore complex themes such as identity, transformation, and the evolving relationship between humans and the environment.

Each artwork serves as part of an ongoing exploration into the nature of existence, probing how both personal and collective identities are shaped by the complex interplay of external influences and internal experiences. Through this investigation, Shields challenges the viewer to consider how culture, environment, and individual consciousness converge to form our understanding of self and society.

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