Ted Ellis is an American painter known for his vibrant works that celebrate African-American culture, history, and everyday life. Born in 1963 in New Orleans, Louisiana, Ellis developed a passion for art early in life but initially pursued a career outside the arts, serving in the Army and later working for several years as an environmental chemist. Despite this scientific career, he continued painting and eventually transitioned to full-time art, becoming a self-taught artist whose work blends elements of realism, impressionism, and folk influences. Today, he lives and works in the Houston, Texas area, where his art career has flourished.

Tags: Ted Ellis, Artist