Ellis o’connor

Ellis o’connor

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Ellis O’Connor interview in her warm terracotta lounge, discussing art and creativity in Scotland

Ellis O’Connor carefully handling chamomile picked fresh from her Skye garden, bathed in natural light

Ellis O’Connor smelling freshly picked chamomile, embracing nature in her creative space on Skye

Aerial drone shot of the Isle of Skye, capturing dramatic Scottish landscapes and rugged beauty

Pouring fresh chamomile tea into a handcrafted mug, a moment of calm in Ellis O’Connor’s home

Close-up of a beautiful artisanal mug filled with fresh chamomile tea, illuminated by soft natural light

Stunning soft light on Ellis O’Connor, framed by the breathtaking backdrop of the Cuillin Mountains

Wide shot of Ellis standing beneath the Cuillin Mountain range, surrounded by Scotland’s wild beauty

Ellis O’Connor at blue hour in her camper van, the sun setting behind Skye’s dramatic mountain range

Twinkling fairy lights glow inside Ellis O’Connor’s van at blue hour, creating a cozy, atmospheric scene

Wide shot of Ellis enjoying coffee at Lean To Café on the Isle of Skye, immersed in the moment

Close-up of Ellis sipping coffee at Lean To Café, a quiet and reflective moment in the Highlands

Ellis walking through a sun-dappled forest, cinematic backlight illuminating the Scottish woodland

Ellis journaling in her sunroom, bathed in golden light, reflecting on her creative journey

Close-up of Ellis journaling, lost in thought, capturing a quiet, introspective moment

Ellis’s hand writing in her journal, a close-up of artistic expression and personal reflection

Golden sunlight streaming through a window, highlighting the rich texture of a woollen jumper

Beautiful warm light falling on Ellis O’Connor’s Le Creuset pan set, a cozy home aesthetic

A shaft of light illuminates a mid-century lamp against a terracotta wall in Ellis’s home

Wide shot of Ellis O’Connor playing guitar in her peach-toned lounge, lost in creativity

Close-up of Ellis’s hand forming a chord on the neck of her guitar, deep in musical flow

Ellis O’Connor’s concentrated expression while playing guitar, captured in warm cinematic light

Wider shot of Ellis walking beneath the Cuillin mountains, the light casting a magical glow

Ellis O’Connor wild swimming in a secret Skye location, immersed in Scotland’s natural beauty

Close-up of Ellis wild swimming, shimmering light reflecting on the water’s surface

Ellis carrying a large abstract landscape painting from her studio into the afternoon sun

Ellis O’Connor painting while wearing Hunter Wellies, blending art and the rugged outdoors

Ellis O’Connor’s latest abstract painting, a stunning expression of Scottish landscapes and emotion

Front-on portrait of Ellis in flow state, fully absorbed in her creative process

Aerial drone shot of Sleat Peninsula, Skye, showcasing the raw beauty of Scotland’s coast

Close-up of Ellis standing at the water’s edge at sunset, wrapped in a striking red jumper

Ellis O’Connor speaks about her experience with late autism diagnosis, an honest and powerful moment

Scottish artist Ellis O’Connor channels her emotions into art, using painting as a form of self-regulation and reflection. Her abstract, expressive landscapes are deeply inspired by nature- capturing both the seen and the felt. A recent autism diagnosis has provided clarity, helping her understand her lifelong sensitivities and her intrinsic need for quiet, untamed spaces
Ellis shares her connection to the wild beauty of Skye, where outdoor exploration fuels her creativity and offers a sanctuary from sensory overwhelm. She reflects on the years before her diagnosis, the challenges of navigating an overstimulating world, and the profound freedom she’s found in expressing emotions through art. In her work, she discovers validation, peace, and the ability to fully embrace her authentic self
One of a three part series shot across Scotland
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The Colour Grade
Remco’s stunning cinematography was a joy to work with, and we were incredibly fortunate to capture such breathtaking natural light- a rare gift on Skye. Inspired by film, the colour grade was designed to be rich and cinematic, immersing the audience in Ellis’s world and reinforcing her deep connection with the environment
From the outset, we developed a custom Show LUT for use on set, ensuring both creative and technical decisions aligned with the final vision. This allowed us to establish a strong visual language early in production, making the studio sessions a process of refinement rather than reinvention
Shot on Sony FX6 with vintage Olympus lenses and DJI Mavic drone
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Production Co: Pixillion
Director & DoP: Remco Merbis
Colourist: Iain Pennington