A native of west-end Toronto, Leslie loved colouring and drawing as a child, She studied art through high school but went on to complete a Bachelor of Commerce degree in Marketing from the University of Toronto.

After a 10-year career in marketing and advertising in both Toronto and Melbourne, Australia, and after 18 years raising two beautiful children, Leslie returned to her art.

After trying her hand at water colour, pencil and oils, Leslie currently works exclusively in acrylics. She enjoys painting landscapes, pets, homes and florals and is constantly inspired by the colours and beauty found in nature and through her travels.