Studio Notes
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You’ll find posts on everything from awards and press to creative process and custom work.
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The Twelve Days Collection is Back!
Each year I create a new design to commemorate the classic Christmas carol: Twelve Days of Christmas.I began the journey in 2013 with the inaugural artwork: “True Love”. So far

Apropos Exhibit at the Umlauf
The Apropos Show was a juried group exhibition of contemporary art that thoughtfully addressed an aspect or aspects of Charles Umlauf’s work. Some artists may have pay homage to Umlauf’s sculpture

Sacred Springs Kite Exhibition
The Sacred Springs Kite Exhibition is the inaugural event of Art4Water a program highlighting the intersection between art, culture, expression, and conservation. A collaboration between The Watershed Association and Terry Zee Lee,

Custom Prints
I offer prints in custom sizes of all my designs. Just pick your favorite image and we can print a piece to your space and budget.Explore some case studies here.

Collector Installations
CUSTOM SIZES & SHAPES We can work together to perfectly complement your space. My images are fully scalable and can be sized to fit almost anywhere, even that narrow column

Virtual Hangings
Wondering how the art look on your wall? I offer exclusive virtual hangings that bring your vision to life.Send a photo and the dimensions of your space and I’ll add

Creative Process
I’ll share a bit of my process by walking path that was taken to create “Into the Sun”. As with most creative processes, it often starts with a spark…Inspiration

The Artist Masters
A selection of my images are transformed into “Artist Masters” with the addition of custom designed enhanced framing and hand painting. Each Artist Master is a unique creation and is only

Custom art
Through my unique technique I am able to create customized artwork to capture specific locations, special events and various themes for both commercial and private collections. Imagine transforming your photos

Recent Commissions
I recently had the opportunity to create two very different custom pieces for a long-time collector. He came to me to help with a couple very special Christmas gifts for

Canvas Rebels Interview – March 2022
We caught up with the brilliant and insightful Leslie Kell a few weeks ago and have shared our conversation below. Leslie, thanks for taking the time to share your stories

CANYON FLATS VIDEO WALL
The Canyon Flats Video Wall is a video art exhibition space, displaying work from national and international artists in downtown Reno. The City of Reno Arts & Culture Commission has

VoyageAustin, Rising Stars Interview
Today we’d like to introduce you to Leslie Kell. Hi Leslie, thanks for joining us today. We’d love for you to start by introducing yourself.My life as an artist ignited around the

Almost Real Things, Creative Combo, Issue 20
I was a featured artist in the 20th issue of ART Magazine: Austin’s pocket magazine for creative explorers and the community partners who empower them. Almost Real Things Issue 20

VoyageAustin, Change Makers Interview
Today we’d like to introduce you to Leslie Kell. Hi Leslie, can you start by introducing yourself? We’d love to learn more about how you got to where you are today?I began my artistic

Artist’s Reflections: Leslie Kell on DIGIBILITIES
I was invited to write an article for the Buda Area Artists Collective to share my thoughts as a curator and an exhibiting artist. Read the entire newsletter here: https://budaareaartistcoll.wixsite.com/website/post/baac-newsletter-~-vol-2?postId=60561a6928213e00153f231c

FIGMENTS
I had the wonderful opportunity to collaborate with ArtPlacer and Artsy Shark to create a 3D virtual exhibit featuring my artwork. This is a dynamic and innovative platform full of

DIGIBILITIES, the possibilities are endless
Please join Inspired Minds Art Center for a thought-provoking showcase of digital art that celebrates the possibilities of this contemporary medium. Leslie Kell presents her exquisite artist masters from the

Behind the Art podcast
Introducing a NEW podcast brought to you by Artisans Connect Gallery – BEHIND THE ART. The first episode is a casual conversation between the host, Diane Gaume and myself. We

ShoutOut DFW Interview
“Every day we ask our contributors and interviewees questions designed to spark meaningful conversations.“I had the honor of being one of these conversations! Read the article online here. “We

Art Rendezvous – Episode 4
Virtual Art Exhibit /Art Show “Meet several new artists in every episode, learn about their inspiring journeys and their art style. You can also buy available art!! Get inspired

“Into the Sun” cinemagraph featured in NARM Quarterly, Summer 2020
The summer edition of NARM quarterly is live! “Into the Sun” is on the cover and on the inside you will find an article and the cinemagraphic version of the

Cinemagraphs at the Airport
If you thought you saw my artwork at Austin-Bergstrom International Airport, you’re right! I am over the moon to have had my cinemagraphs on digital displays in the new expansion

Media Kit and Portfolio Design
Over the years I have had the honor to work with artists on their marketing materials. Most often I’ve created Media Kits. This is a very effective way of presenting

Branding and Design Services
I have been a graphic designer for over 30 years. Much of my career was spent in in the textbook marketing arena. While I’ve done countless logos and branding campaigns,

“Different Worlds” presented by Elisabet Ney Museum
August 1 – September 9, 2019 “Presented by the Elisabet Ney Museum in conjunction with FotoATX, this solo exhibition by Leslie Kell features her photographic compositions that prismatically distort

2019 [re]Imagine Awards!
“I Was Learning to See” was awarded a blue ribbon in the [re]Imagine 2019 show presented by Round Rock Arts. Winners of [re]Imagine 2019There were 129 artists entered and 98

Floating Points Exhibit
“We are witnessing a new art movement! Floating Points at Georgetown Art Center” –HB Shifting the bounds of contemporary art floating point, n. – a computer representation of a decimal

Voyage Houston Magazine Interview
I am so honored to be featured in the Inspiring Stories series. It’s nice to be able to tell your story to a new audience. Hello Houston! Read the article

Dramatic installation of “Feel the Sky”
Have a space that you want to make statement in? I recently had the honor of creating a custom print for an elegant curving staircase in a collector’s home. The

So, just what is a Cinemagraph?
Cinemagraphs are still photographs in which a minor and repeated movement occurs, forming a video clip. Many attribute the dawn of the cinemagraph medium to Fashion Week 2011 in New

Voyage Dallas Magazine Interview
I so am honored to have been interviewed for Voyage Dallas Thought-Provoker’s series! Read the article online Today we’d like to introduce you to Leslie Kell. Leslie, please kick

Read my guest article on ArtsyShark
Does Your Art Business Need a Media Kit? “Luck is what happens when preparation meets opportunity.” Have you ever been in a situation that you wish you had been

2018 BIG Show Awards!
“What Have I Done?” was awarded an honorable mention in the Round Rock Arts BIG show! The juried exhibit runs from June 18 – August 10, 2018 at Texas State University, 1555