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Hi! I'm Leah

 

I make beautiful + bold fine art that takes you on a journey

 
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My mission is to create beautiful fine art that takes you on a colorful journey in your home. 

 
 

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The first time I ever really fell in love with a city was when I was 15 years old and visiting Prague. - The architecture of the buildings, the art, and the history all together made Prague very meaningful to my journey. - I find that traveling really satisfies my need for adventure and inspires me, enriching my artwork. - I find that if I don’t travel once in a while, I start to feel stir crazy and uninspired. - Next week I’m visiting DC and NYC for a mini inspiration getaway. I’m excited to visit @themuseumofmodernart and several other historical landmarks. - Comment with the first city that stole your heart- and a city you are planning to visit next! ✈️
Revival (right) was the second neutral piece I ever conquered and it would lead me deeper into my studies of neutrals. - It made me feel more confident in my new process and would later result in inspiring two more neutral pieces that were an instant hit. - My new process is entirely intuitive and in the moment. No planning, no sketches, just enjoying my skills as an artist and trusting my process. - “Blue Ribbon” and “Revival, both 36 x 24 in, $599 each. Message me to purchase one or both original works. - Which of these is your favorite? 😊 Have a good day. The weekend is right around the corner! 🙌🏻
The first time I ever saw a therapist I was 9 years old. I was tramautized from a horrific event that shook my small community. - This would be the first event in my life that lead me to seek counsel because I didn’t know what to do with how I was feeling. - When I was 13 I was diagnosed with clinical depression, which means I struggled with long stretches of being numb and uninterested in normal activities I was passionate about. I then started seeing a Psychiatrist who put me on antidepressants. - At 19 I was diagnosed with Bipolar II while living in San Francisco, 3500 miles away from home. I remember calling my mom and crying my eyes out because I was afraid I’d never be normal again. I was then put on mood stabilizers, which I still take daily. - Depressive episodes can disrupt my daily life for long stretches (up to 5 months), and I never have full blown “mania,” but “hypomania”, where you can tell I’m extremely energetic, overstimulated and my anxiety levels are elevated. In TV and Film these mania symptoms seem so amazing, but during these stretches I find it unbearable to eat or sleep. - I’ve been struggling with mental health for my entire life, but I don’t have to do it alone- and neither do you. I want to remind you of my opendoor policy. If you ever need someone to talk to, I’m here. I respond to every DM I get. - If you need professional help please contact the Crisis Call Center for help. Don’t hesitate. You’re special, and don’t you forget it! - Crisis Call Center for Support:  Call: 1 (800) 273-8255
When I was in college I did countless hours of community service. It was required by my university, but then I found joy and purpose in helping others. - Volunteering at the busiest soup kitchen in San Francisco was where I found the most meaning, allowing me to interact with people from all over the world. It was so scary to realize that so many people in my community were homeless. I saw people my own age - 19 at the time who were completely alone with nowhere to go. It was eye opening to say the least! - Even if you don’t volunteer in your community, there is one thing everyone can do in this world to give back and it’s 100% free. - Be kind to others. We are all special unique people who deserve to be treated with kindness. 💗 - What are you doing to be more kind today? Even if it’s just being kind to yourself, you’re still making a difference. I truly believe that anyone can make a difference in this world 😊☀️💕🙌🏻 - #givebacktothecommunity #bekindalways #letsbereal #abstractartists
When I was a little girl I always wanted to stand out in the crowd. Be different. Become someone. - I always felt like I was lost until I found painting. I honestly felt like a passionate creative without a specific passion. I bounced from hobby to hobby before I began painting- trying to find something that made me happy and I could thrive. Musical instruments, horseback riding, sports, sewing, you name it, I’ve tried it! - I found painting eventually when I was 23 and I finally found my way to be different, be original on all levels. - I now use art in order to communicate my emotions and thoughts with the world. Each piece I create is as unique as the next. - Want a piece that will make your home come to life? Message me to commission your own statement piece today. Or find several originals for sale on my Instagram profile highlight “Shop Art” 😊 - How many shades of green can you count?! ✨😲 I see a few!!!

Leah Nadeau, contemporary fine art in Michigan