Leslie Jean creates stone, glass and ceramic tile mosaics. Her company Epiphany Graphics spaned 30 years. Various life experiences including being a dive master in the Bahamas, as well as working underwater construction in Florida, have provided her a different perspective on life and her art. Inspired by nature, she considers herself an earth centered artist founded on a belief in the inter-connectedness of all antural things, all forms of life.
Leslie has studied with Roger Evans, https:www.wildheartsgallery-nm.com "The 91 year old Placitas man who combines building materials, illustration with humor and social comentary"
Rachel Davies, a contemporary mosaic artist based in Scotland. working with slate, stone and glass. https://www.racheldaviesmosaics.com
Leslie's mosaic can be viewed within the community alphabet project at Lincoln Park in Hilo, and volcanoartcenter.org Leslie also creates large format mosaic installations in private homes. Leslie states, “Everything to me is art. From yard art to the food on my plate. I find comfort in the lines, colors and textures. I believe art heals the soul and is a lens in which to view the world.”