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Illustrations that are out of this world

ABOUT

My name is Ellyse, the creator of EllysiumIllustration!

Ellysium Illustration was born from my name, Ellyse—merged with "Elysium," a place of ideal beauty and creativity. My goal is to create illustrations that feel otherworldly, capturing the magic of life’s most special moments.

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A picture of the illustrator smiling mouth closed. Brown hair with blonde highlights, blue eyes and tanned.

OUR TEAM

​We are a small, family-run business based in Newcastle upon Tyne, where I, as the lead illustrator, wear many hats — from creative director and marketing to illustration and administration. However, I couldn’t do it all without the incredible support of my fiancé, Tom, who is my main assistant and right-hand man. My best friends also play an important role as backup assistants, constantly cheering us on and promoting our work. While I’m the main illustrator, the help from Tom and my amazing team of supporters is essential in keeping everything running smoothly!

photograph of ellyse, the owner wearing orange with hair up.

Ellyse Johnson

Owner/Creative Director

Illustrator and Creator of EllysiumIllustrations. 

ellyse is wearing orange dress standing next to her fiance, Tom in a suit with a matching orange tie.

Tom Nashed

Assistant Director / Fiance

I am the fiance of Ellyse and her primary assistant. I will help set up, communicate and photograph guests and ensure everything runs smoothly.

photograph of ellyse with friend, ellyse is wearing orange and friend, Abbie, is the bride.

Abbie Wayt

Assistant Operations

I am the assistant of operations and communications, if Tom can't be available, I'm your gal.

photograph of ellyse with friend, ellyse is wearing orange and holding flowers, friend, Amy, is wearing wine red dress.

Amy Buck

Assistant Operations

I am the assistant of operations and communications, if Tom can't be available, I'm your gal.

OUR SERVICES

A couple just married illustration.

LIVE WEDDING ILLUSTRATION

In 2024, I took a leap of faith, leaving my full-time primary teaching role to pursue my artistic passions while working as a supply teacher. With a background in art and design, I’ve always expressed my creativity through painting, drawing, sculpting and illustration. However, it was during my own wedding planning that I realised there was a gap in the North for the kind of live illustration I was looking for—so I decided to fill it myself! Now, I bring custom, hand-drawn illustrations to weddings and events, turning fleeting moments into lasting keepsakes. If you’re interested in bespoke LIVE wedding illustration packages, see below.

A fineline drawing of statue of liberty.

CUSTOM ILLUSTRATION ORDERS

In addition to live illustrating, I also offer custom orders on Etsy! Whether you’re looking for intricate fineline drawings of your favourite buildings or wedding venues, or a hyper-realistic portrait of your family or beloved pet, I can create a personalised piece just for you. Check out some of my work below or visit my Etsy shop to order your custom illustration today! If you have something specific in mind, leave an enquiry.

a picture of the illustrator as florence nightingale.

CREATIVE SCHOOL WORKSHOPS

As a qualified primary school teacher, I want to deliver creative and engaging sessions that are planned around your curriculum. Learning about the Stone Age? Give me a call and we can learn together but encorporating some creativity to bring the stone age to life with powder stone age art? Learing about the vikings? Why not learn further making a viking shield and helmet. I aim to plan around whatever unit you are studying and bring all elements of Art/Design and Music to foster a love of learning through creativity.

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