Leslie Kell

Leslie Kell is an artist and designer whose career has spanned more than 35 years in the Austin area. She holds a BA with a background in painting and illustration. After many years as a freelance graphic artist, Leslie expanded her practice into photography and digital art. In 2008, she began developing an original technique that combines her photos and drawings to create her images.

Leslie has added layers of video to create magical hybrids. These cinemagraphs can be found throughout the Austin Airport. She is honored to have art selected for the several exhibits of the People’s Gallery at Austin City Hall. She has participated in dozens of exhibits, including several digital art showcases. She has been honored by awards and featured exhibitions, as well as a solo show at the Elisabet Ney Museum.

Leslie lives in the Austin area, with her husband of 36 years, her loyal dog Frida and 2 cats. She has served on the board of the Creative Arts Society, a local non-profit for artists, for several years and is a past President of the organization. She has curated and organized countless exhibitions over the years and maintains an active exhibit schedule.