Ellie is the host of Studio #11
Ellie Purvis comes from a family of creatives and has always had a project in the works. She discovered her love of woodworking through her husband, woodturner Ron Purvis, and soon found her own artistic voice by combining locally-sourced wood with colorful epoxy to create one-of-a-kind pieces. Recently, Ellie has woven her passion for games into her craft, designing heirloom-quality cribbage boards, dice cups, and other tabletop accessories meant to inspire family memories for generations to come.
Ellie draws inspiration from the rugged beauty of the Pacific Northwest, where she lives, and the breathtaking Central Coast of California, where she grew up. The natural edges of the wood often remind her of rocky coastlines and mountain skylines, and she uses vibrant resin to echo the colors and movement of the landscapes she loves.
In addition to her studio work, Ellie is involved with the local arts community as a board member of Damascus Open Studios and a member of Rain Spark Gallery. Through Mt. Hood Craft, she donates 10% of all rainbow-themed purchases to the Q Center, the largest LGBTQ+ community center in the Pacific Northwest. Outside of woodworking, Ellie is a certified American Sign Language Interpreter who enjoys local theater and playing board games..
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