Artist Biography

Gabe Leonard, born in Wyoming, developed a passion for sketching wildlife and exploring the landscapes of the American West. As a result, he has gained a global reputation as one of the most sought-after painters.

With its beautiful landscapes, the state has deep cultural ties to the grit and grandeur of the American West. It’s his early roots that are reflected in the attitudes and personalities of his paintings.

From then, Leonard ventured to Los Angeles, where he honed his skills on the competitive boardwalk of Venice Beach. Moreover, his work combines the free brushwork of an expressive artist with the framing and lighting of a seasoned Hollywood cinematographer, earning descriptions like “Johnny Cash meets Quentin Tarantino.”

Film Noir Influence and Technique

Furthermore, Leonard merges technically brilliant figurative painting with a finely crafted cinematic atmosphere, creating moments ripe with narrative possibilities. His style draws deeply from the European artistic tradition, influenced by Rembrandt, Alphonse Mucha, Gustav Klimt, and Egon Schiele.

With a string of sell-out shows and acquisitions by high-profile collectors worldwide, Gabe Leonard has become one of the most desired artists, with his work cherished across the United States, Europe, Asia, and Australia.