Will Elliston

WILLIAM ELLISTON was born and raised in the beautiful countryside town of Malvern, United Kingdom. His passion turned to watercolour after receiving First Class Honours and a student of the year award at Birmingham University.

Now as a multi-award-winning watercolour artist based in the United Kingdom, he has been fortunate enough to have his work showcased in exhibitions across the world, including The Royal Institute of Painters in Water Colours and The International Watercolour Society Biennale. He is a Top Teacher on Skillshare His work has also been featured in several magazines, such as The Art of Watercolour and the UK’s best-selling magazine for artists and art lovers, Artists & Illustrators. He has been fortunate enough to win several awards from well-respected establishments, including The IWSIB Winsor & Newton Award, The SAA Artist of the Year Award, The International Cheltenham Illustration Awards, and The International Watercolour Masters World Merit Award.

He is also recognised as a Top Teacher on Skillshare, where he passionately shares his expertise with thousands of aspiring artists. Through his online classes, he has empowered a global audience to explore their creativity and refine their skills. His engaging teaching style and comprehensive tutorials have garnered him a loyal following on the platform, making him a sought-after mentor in the watercolour space. Students from all walks of life have benefited from his insightful guidance, making him a respected and influential figure in the art education community.

His paintings are often influenced by the places he has traveled to, whether it's a majestic landscape or a glimpse of wildlife. He endeavours to evoke the emotions and moods he feels when observing a particular scene. His compositions are created with the aim of immersing the viewer in a particular moment, capturing the essence of a place or object.