From the rolling hills of North Georgia to the heartlands of the Midwest and finally settling amidst the Majestic Sangre de Cristo mountains in picturesque Westcliffe, Colorado, Mary Leslie’s artistic journey is a tale of rediscovery and passion. Alongside her husband Richard and a lively bunch of donkeys, horses, and dogs, Mary’s charming ranch serves as both her abode and her inspiration.

Mary’s art paints a vivid picture of her deep-rooted affection for the untamed beauty of the West and its inhabitants. Her larger-thanlife paintings are a heartfelt tribute to the animals and landscapes that have captured her heart and guided her life’s course.

Having embarked on her artistic voyage with a modest mural for a family member, Mary’s talents soon flourished over two decades, as her murals adorned walls across the South and beyond. Yet, the yearning for greater artistic expression led her to the world of fine art, where she now finds her creative haven.

Mary’s connection with animals and wildlife emanates from a lifelong love and reverence for the creatures that share our world. With every brushstroke, she skillfully captures the unspoken emotions of animals, encouraging viewers to ponder the stories that unfold within a horse’s gaze, a fox’s demeanor, or a bear’s contemplative pause.

Mary Leslie’s artistic journey is a testament to the power of passion and the beauty of nature’s wonders, encapsulating the essence of the West and the creatures that inhabit it.