ELINOR GELLER
FREELANCE ARTIST - ILLUSTRATOR, ANIMATOR, FILMMAKER, WRITER, GRAPHIC DESIGNER. Elinor's creativity is inspired by nature, her supportive parents, niece and nephew, and pets. She loves drawing, films, and all things that add beauty to the world. In 2006 she created, wrote, and directed THE SPIRIT CHILD, an award-winning animation short, dedicated to those who stay forever young.
Later in 2008 Elinor married Benjamin Caspi. Together with their dogs, Vinnie and Gryffle, they live in Colney Heath, an inspiring and beautiful place surrounded by nature. When Elinor is not creating, she enjoys spending time with her family and exploring her niece's and nephew's boundless imagination.
Featured below is an UP CLOSE WITH ELINOR segment, along with Elinor's award-winning, animated short, THE SPIRIT CHILD, and selected pet sketches.
Elinor is available for commission and can be reached here with any questions you may have for her.
Later in 2008 Elinor married Benjamin Caspi. Together with their dogs, Vinnie and Gryffle, they live in Colney Heath, an inspiring and beautiful place surrounded by nature. When Elinor is not creating, she enjoys spending time with her family and exploring her niece's and nephew's boundless imagination.
Featured below is an UP CLOSE WITH ELINOR segment, along with Elinor's award-winning, animated short, THE SPIRIT CHILD, and selected pet sketches.
Elinor is available for commission and can be reached here with any questions you may have for her.
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THE SPIRIT CHILD
an AWARD-WINNING, ANIMATED SHORT by Elinor Geller Orli resides in a cemetery on the earth plane. It is a home she loves and where she plays with her friends. She is unaware of her spiritual form and other planes of existence beyond her cemetery home. One day Orli stumbles into a monstrous darkness. There is no light, laughter, or joy. She meets awesome beings and angels, who reveal her real place in the world. When Orli refuses to stay with them on the spirit plane, the angels must come to a compromise. A magical transformation takes place, where many surprises await Orli, her friends, and all the spirit children. Dedicated to those who stay forever young. |
Winner of more than fifteen awards, including
Best Animation, BBC Big Screen, 2008. |
UP CLOSE WITH ELINOR.
Together with Elinor and Gryffle.
May 2010
WHAT INSPIRED YOU TO BECOME AN ARTIST? AT WHAT AGE DID YOU KNOW?
I've always enjoyed drawing picture, and art in general since I was a child. Art was always my favourite subject. My life just seemed to naturally develop in the artist direction. That, plus very supportive parents enabled me to actually call myself an artist. I've probably always been one, but I've only felt confidant enough to say, "I am an artist," in the last year since I've been doing pet sketches.
WHAT INSPIRES YOU TODAY?
In relation to the pet sketches I was first inspired by Vinnie the English Bull Terrier, the family pet, who still does inspire me. Add to that my Welsh Terrier, Gryffle, and any animal I happen to meet. Apart from that I love movies, reading, and all that imagery filters into my drawing, I believe. The one person who probably sticks in my mind the most is Tim Burton, more for his illustrations, character designs than his films (although I love those too).
HOW WOULD YOUR FAMILIES AND FRIENDS DESCRIBE YOU?
Hard questions! Probably as hardworking, quiet, a bit introverted, individual, hopefully stylish, and occasionally a bit annoying, if I'm honest.
WHAT'S ONE THING MOST PEOPLE DO NOT KNOW ABOUT YOU?
Although they do know I love musicals, they probably don't know I love singing and dancing -- can't do either even though I try my best at home (my husband will endorse that).
WHAT INSPIRED YOU TO BECOME AN ARTIST? AT WHAT AGE DID YOU KNOW?
I've always enjoyed drawing picture, and art in general since I was a child. Art was always my favourite subject. My life just seemed to naturally develop in the artist direction. That, plus very supportive parents enabled me to actually call myself an artist. I've probably always been one, but I've only felt confidant enough to say, "I am an artist," in the last year since I've been doing pet sketches.
WHAT INSPIRES YOU TODAY?
In relation to the pet sketches I was first inspired by Vinnie the English Bull Terrier, the family pet, who still does inspire me. Add to that my Welsh Terrier, Gryffle, and any animal I happen to meet. Apart from that I love movies, reading, and all that imagery filters into my drawing, I believe. The one person who probably sticks in my mind the most is Tim Burton, more for his illustrations, character designs than his films (although I love those too).
HOW WOULD YOUR FAMILIES AND FRIENDS DESCRIBE YOU?
Hard questions! Probably as hardworking, quiet, a bit introverted, individual, hopefully stylish, and occasionally a bit annoying, if I'm honest.
WHAT'S ONE THING MOST PEOPLE DO NOT KNOW ABOUT YOU?
Although they do know I love musicals, they probably don't know I love singing and dancing -- can't do either even though I try my best at home (my husband will endorse that).
Elinor's Vinnie at leisure.
*Continue the journey with Elinor at ELINOR SKETCHES PETS and THE ARTWORK OF ELINOR GELLER. Stay connected with Elinor on Facebook.*
Welcome to Elinor's wonderful world of pets, where she brings to life the joy and spirit of each client's beloved cuddly through her sketches. Meet Ozzy, Alisha, Tink, Mike and Caz, Harvs, Rosie, Esmee, Leela, Duchess, Lulu, Stamford, Tabitha, and El Cuarto. For more, continue to ELINOR SKETCHES PETS.
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Elinor is currently experimenting with oil paintings and capturing the spirit of each pet through this medium.
