Leila’s paintings are full of vibrant colour and bold brushwork. A keen observer, she celebrates the beauty in life in paint, using colour to convey character and spark emotion. She is inspired by the season-changing landscape in England, and new landscapes, light and colour discovered on her travels.

Leila gained a Bachelor of Fine Art (BFA) at Chelsea College of Art (University of the Arts London), and then won an award to study for a Master of Fine Art (MFA) at the prestigious Slade School of Fine Art. She took a detour there, first studying History of Art and English (Joint BA) at the University of Nottingham, and then working at the Condé Nast Publications, dealing with images. At 25, she couldn’t see her future without painting, which was always her great love and had won her awards and recognition in her school years. She left Condé Nast to study fine art and commit to painting.

Leila is a featured artist in Country Life magazine’s My Favourite Painting. Commissions include painting the portrait of Dame Zandra Rhodes and equine art for Cheltenham Racecourse and the Jockey Club. Her paintings are in private collections in the UK, Europe, USA, Canada, the Middle East, Australia and Japan. Born and brought up in London, Leila lives in Surrey with her husband, three children and dog Alfie.

Leila is represented by Buckingham Fine Art. Original paintings available at Aura Fine Art, Buckingham Fine Art, Cotswolds Contemporary, Soho Fine Art and selected independent galleries.

Leila’s art licensing is represented by Bridgeman Images.