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Tight Rope by Lesley A. Powell

Tight Rope by Lesley A. Powell

"Tight Rope"is a stunning tribute to outsider art in Havana, Cuba that I fell in love with. The process of creating this artwork was truly one-of-a-kind, and I can't wait for everyone to see it. Stay tuned for more information about my upcoming show at Longyear...

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Run. Dance. Lounge by Lesley A. Powell

Run. Dance. Lounge by Lesley A. Powell

My artwork titled "Run. Dance. Lounge” is the abstraction of figures at different levels, capturing movement and energy in a unique way. This piece was inspired by the fluidity of dance and the freedom of running. The process of creating this artwork was truly...

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Run. Jump by Lesley A. Powell

Run. Jump by Lesley A. Powell

Run. Jump is the abstraction of figures at different levels, capturing movement and energy in a unique way. This piece was inspired by the fluidity of dance and the freedom of running. The process of creating this artwork was truly special, and I can't wait for you to...

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Pizza in Between by Lesley A. Powell

Pizza in Between by Lesley A. Powell

"Pizza in Between" was created from a drawing of live models and a quirky set. The textures reminded me of a pizza between the figures, hence the name. Stay tuned for more information about my upcoming show at Longyear Gallery April 26- May 27! #newartwork...

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In the Same Room by Lesley A. Powell

In the Same Room by Lesley A. Powell

Excited to share my latest watercolor painting, "In the Same Room." This piece captures a moment of contemplation and tranquility through loose, impressionistic brushstrokes. Inspired by live models and developed through abstract figures, I'm proud of how this artwork...

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Four on a Diagonal by Lesley A. Powell

Four on a Diagonal by Lesley A. Powell

"Four on a Diagonal” was inspired by the experience of capturing the beauty and movement of models in a short poses class at the Arts Students League. The process of layering different poses allowed me to explore new depths in expression. Stay tuned for more...

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Encounter by Lesley A. Powell

Encounter by Lesley A. Powell

“Encounter" is a watercolor and gouache painting features two human figures in a moment of shared intimacy. The loose, expressive brushstrokes and subtle use of color create a sense of movement and depth. T Stay tuned for more information about my upcoming show at...

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Coronodiaries 3 by Lesley A. Powell

Coronodiaries 3 by Lesley A. Powell

Coronodiaries 3 is a collage piece done in the midst of the pandemic, capturing the conflicting emotions of beauty in nature and despair of loss. The size of the piece is ___, and I used a combination of collage and oil medium to bring this piece to life. The process...

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Red Thoughts and Umbrellas by Lesley A. Powell

Red Thoughts and Umbrellas by Lesley A. Powell

Red Thoughts and Umbrellas is a collage made with oil paint, featuring a powerful depiction of the umbrella movement. The artwork is 30 x 24 in size and captures the essence of using umbrellas for defense against pepper spray. The process of creating this piece...

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Kickin Out by Lesley A. Powell

Kickin Out by Lesley A. Powell

My artwork, “Kickin Out" is a powerful depiction of a riot scene, featuring white men with baseball hats, Kyle Rittenhouse, and a man kicking away Kyle's gun. It confronts the issue of unlawful vigilantism in our society. Stay tuned for more information about my...

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