I have been an artist for 24 years, but only recently as a career, as I was busy raising my 4 kids!   My paintings vary from colorful land and seascapes to quirky animals and patterns.  I am forever learning and trying new techniques, mediums and subjects.  Inspired by color, patterns, contemporary issues, humor and social interactions, I try to combine these into meaningful compositions.

Shows:  Lamorinda Art Alliance annual show 2015

              Strikeaway Show Paxton Gate Gallery  December 2015

              Annual Womens gift show November 2015, 2017

             Anthropologie    currently in stores, online and in catalogs

              Bedford Gallery, Walnut Creek, Juried Show. May -August 2017

              Artfully Walls   currently online

East Bay Open Studios check back for current dates

For updates on events and current work,  follow me on instagram @les.soliel or pinterest @lesliewestphal.   Thanks for stopping by!