Leanne Hanson
Crystal, MN
My purpose has always been to spread more happiness through my painting, offering uplifting images from nature and joyful memories that recharge one's spirit.
Message
Minnesota artist, Leanne Hanson, paints vibrant, luminescent paintings of dynamic landscapes, nature and flowers. Art and the out doors have always been passion for Leanne. Her love of both started early in her life. Growing up in Duluth MN, Leanne spent hours exploring the natural beauty out her back door on the north shore of Lake Superior and gardening with her mother. Also, having a father as an artist and helped nurture the passion for Leanne's art. She took many art classes in high school and college. Two of her favorites were photography and watercolor painting.
Combining the technical drawing skills from landscape design degree at the University of Minnesota and her love painting, Leanne developed a unique photo realistic style. After painting photo realism style exclusively with transparent watercolors on paper for many years, Leanne now enjoys painting her landscapes and flowers with oils on canvas.
Leanne has been professional part-time artist since 1992. Her artwork is displayed in numerous private and corporate collections nationally such as Anderson Window Corporation. She has also commissioned many works and has been accepted in juried shows and won several awards. The culmination of all Leanne's art education and experiences has influenced her artistic style and will always be evolving and growing.
Statement
My art is a visual story about our connections that create joy! I recreate that feeling through my art. It re-charges me and uplifts my spirit. I create these joyful paintings to share with you by using a painterly technique, vibrant, bold colors, and strong light. I want people viewing my paintings to "feel" the happiness and the wonderful memories. I am continually seeking and painting those uplifting experiences so I can feel the connection and pass it on. For me the outdoors and gardening is an endless well of joy and inspiration for my paintings. Sometimes just looking at a joyful painting you love, raises your spirit. If it makes you happy, calms or re-energizes you? That is my goal! We all need more positivity and relaxation in our busy lives!