Elicia is a  skilled expressionist artist specialising in oil paint, ink and charcoal.

Elicia creates original and commissioned artwork that can be representational or abstract, focusing on capturing beauty, honouring icons, and highlighting the underrepresented in elite industries.

Just a little background about Elicia, she was born in Hackney, East London and her creative talent was first recognised by her mother at the early age of 3 years old. She studied art up to A-Level and then stopped in the early 90's to get a job in retail. However, in 2008 an opportunity for a paid commission was presented to Elicia and without hesitation she accepted the job. This was one commission, which led to a further nine more paid commissions and that is how her journey started as a professional artist.

Elicia's main influence in her art journey is her mother, whom she describes as 'her first art teacher'. Elicia's mother taught her not only the fundamentals, but also how to use her visual art to communicate and appreciate all the benefits of creating.

Elicia's works in series and they encompass a powerful exploration of emotions, capturing the intensity of human experiences in different industries. Her process starts with a simple reference photo and then develops into an art form of admiration. Her dedication to her art is evident in every detail.

Events & Achievements

2024
Group Exhibition ‘Shine Your Light’ at St James Market Pavilion, Central London
2023
Group exhibition at LinkedIn, London
2023
Group exhibition ‘DeCoded’ at Publicis Sapient, London
2023
Nomination for Outstanding Contribution to Visual Art’s awards London Chamber of Commerce and Industry ‘Black Excellence Awards’
2021
The Voice Newspaper "21 to Watch in 2021" article  
2019
18th Century family portrait commission painting for British horror comedy film ‘The Living Dead’.
2018
Guest speaker at Art Talker for students at Southward College, London
2016
Group exhibition ‘Into My Escape’ at London City Hall for Mental Health Awareness month, London
2015
Actor Larrington St Walker Tribute at the BAFTA, London
2015
Group exhibition ‘Under the Radar’, London
2015
Sherry Ann Dixon commission portrait for ‘Awesome You’ event, London
2014
Commission painting for Back to Black event at BAFTAs, London