Beth Elliston
STICKNSLAP 2026 ARTIST
I’m an artist, educator, and lifelong collector of wonder based in Windermere. I’m happiest on a hiking trail, exploring a new city, relaxing on a blanket at a music festival, or digging through the gift shop for the perfect sticker to remember the adventure. My water bottle, laptop, and journal have become little galleries of the places that have shaped me. My work is inspired by wild places, everyday moments, and the tiny details most people walk right past. I believe creativity starts with paying attention. Whether I’m creating on my back porch with a cup of coffee or sketching on an airplane headed to, or home from, another bucket-list adventure (my list is ridiculously long), I’m always collecting colors, textures, stories, and the kind of moments that make you stop and look a little closer. By day, I teach kids to create without worrying about getting it “right.” They remind me every day that curiosity beats perfection and that the best art usually starts with a simple, “What if?” To me, stickers are tiny pieces of art that get to travel. They become souvenirs, conversation starters, and little reminders of who we were, where we’ve been, and what made us smile along the way. While much of my professional work has focused on art education and designing creative experiences, my artwork has also been featured in several galleries over the years. I’m excited to continue growing as an exhibiting artist, exploring new mediums, sharing my work with others, and finding opportunities to connect through art.