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!