Ellie Nelson

Ellie Nelson is a Junior at the University of Nebraska-Lincoln, double majoring in Studio Art and Art History and Criticism. She primarily works in ceramics and graphite, exploring the intersection of these two mediums. In her graphite drawings, she focuses on capturing the surface texture and dimensionality of pottery, emphasizing the tactile qualities and forms that draw her to ceramics. Her ceramic work delves into various techniques of surface alteration, such as carving, 3D additions, and using tools to shape the exterior. Through her artwork, she aims to merge her passions for ceramics and drawing, using both to explore and deepen the relationship between these two artistic forms.