Opened in 1998 by owner Monica Ellis, Ellis Contemporary features nationally known American painters, glass artists, and jewelers. Since receiving her B.F.A. from Georgia State in Atlanta, Ms. Ellis moved to Durango after earning her M.F.A. from Arizona State University.
Ellis Contemporary is Durango’s only Gallery devoted exclusively to new American fine art and craft. The Gallery also represents numerous Durango artists of national merit.
Established in 1998, Ellis Contemporary Gallery in Durango, Colorado, has grown into a premier venue for contemporary fine art, glass and jewelry. The gallery offers an exclusive selection or signed limited edition prints by gallery artists. Ellis Contemporary is conveniently located on Main Avenue in Historic downtown Durango.