Charles F. Ellis, 82, formerly of Narberth, an art teacher and illustrator, died of heart failure Oct. 1 at his daughter Kathy Mannering's home in North Richland Hills, Texas.
In 1971 Mr. Ellis was hired to teach illustration at the newly opened Art Institute of Philadelphia. He remained at the school for 22 years, teaching promising pupils such as poster artist Richard Amsel and painter Jamie Wyeth, who became a friend.
Mr. Ellis also worked as a commercial artist for local advertising agencies; did illustrations for the Saturday Evening Post, Jack and Jill magazine, The Inquirer's Sunday magazine and other publications; and painted portraits for wealthy clients.
