I am Leanne Sargeant.

My love for art began from the time I learned how to hold a pencil. I remember sitting in the kitchen while my Nonna did the dishes, and I would draw for hours on the back of recycled advertisements. I realized that art allows you to travel into a new world, one that I couldn't possibly live without. I kindled this love by going to Laguna College of Art and Design where I earned my Bachelor of Fine Arts Degree in Illustration.

My series, ‘365 Birds’ all started thanks to being cooped up during quarantine. With the heaviness of the world, and no work on the horizon, I decided to take on a project that would bring me peace during a chaotic time, something to give me a sense of control when I had none. With the Pandemic beginning during spring, I found inspiration and comfort in nature and all of the birds that would visit my garden. As a meditation I decided to paint 365 birds.

 I'm inspired by love and nature in everything I do. I enjoy working with paper, patterns and symmetry. Sometimes I paint with my hands, since I adore the feel of paint. The consistency, the layers of color and textures delight me. I approach each piece with the intention to learn something new about my medium, subject and myself along the way. 

I truly believe that with love and passion everything is possible.