The black voice of death
On November 11, 2020 by leonie@lifeart.co.zaSometimes I despair, and I wish God was a Fairy God-mother with a magic wand. Just magicking it all away. But unfortunately, He doesn’t. He leads us into deeper waters so that we can learn to trust Him in the Storm.
Artist featured in Decorex Africa 2020
On August 20, 2020 by leonie@lifeart.co.zaMagazine Feature Decorex Africa August 2020 Beauty needs space to flourish, and Decorex presents a canvas onto which exquisite design is curated, celebrated and experienced. The future of design. The future of interiors. It’s the essence of design. Read more about Leonie’s life story… Click Here
It’s easy to blame other people for our troubles
On May 12, 2020 by leonie@lifeart.co.zaIt’s easy to blame other people for our troubles. But it takes courage and strength to take responsibility for our own behavior. #TakeResponsibility and start the process of self-improvement today!
A Chat with The Artist
On May 6, 2020 by leonie@lifeart.co.zaWeeping might last all night, but JOY comes in the morning.
A very personal and close interview with the artist.
Learn more about her story and why she paint what she does.
Beautiful News South Africa
On April 10, 2020 by leonie@lifeart.co.zaIn this studio, hidden talents are set free.
Storms of Anger
On April 3, 2020 by leonie@lifeart.co.zaIf you grew up in an alcoholic home, you never know what to expect from one day to the next. When one or both parents struggle with addiction, the home environment is predictably unpredictable
On my Easel
On March 16, 2020 by leonie@lifeart.co.zaOn my Easel. Sneak peak. Behind the scene with Encaustic Artist Leonie.e.Brown.
Unveiling Encaustic Art: Where Wax Meets Imagination
On March 12, 2020 by leonie@lifeart.co.zaEncaustic painting, an enchanting fusion of heated wax and vibrant pigments, is an art form that dances between the fiery and the chill. In this captivating journey, we explore the magical world of encaustic artistry, its contrasting counterpart in cold wax, and how these resilient creations bring a unique touch of elegance to your life.
Making Mistakes
On March 4, 2020 by leonie@lifeart.co.zaTrying and failing is not wrong.
I’ve failed many times in my life. I’ve failed as an artist, a mother, a friend, a human. My failures have to lead me to new unknown shores. It’s only when we fail, that we can look back and learn. We don’t always learn from succeeding. We learn more from ‘the dark night of the soul’.
I have often doubted whether I should keep on painting. From being a 20 + year-old winner of the largest Fine Art competition in my country I descended in obscurity and depression. My life has not been easy. (Read about my life journey here!)
Little Girl With a Brave Heart: Part II
On October 9, 2019 by leonie@lifeart.co.zaThe large painting that now stands behind us is not to be ignored, despite being unfinished. It cradles you in giant, resplendent hands and swallows you up in one, swift, biblical gulp. Leonie catches me marvelling at it and I comment on the religious connotations that weave themselves between the figures she’s painted.
