Ellen D. Turpin is a graduate of Skidmore College, Saratoga Springs, New York, Class of 2022, majoring in English. During the Covid-19 pandemic when classes were held virtually, Ellen’s creative talents were not defeated by remote learning. A project for an Early Childhood Education class combined Ellen’s artistic and academic skills resulting in her first book, It’s Okay To Not Be Okay.
Ellen began to be a writer at an early age….in 3rd grade her poetry submissions won at the state level. Her artistic endeavors were already underway, encouraged by a wonderful art teacher, who made painting a Christmas card an annual goal for her talent. For 6 years, Ellen’s cards were enjoyed and prized by friends and family who received them!
At her graduation from High School in New York City, Ellen received The Book Award for excellence in English…leading her to Skidmore College and more opportunities to combine her creative writing and artistic talents in new ways.
