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Megen Leigh
Owner Megen Leigh Fine ArtWorthington Ohio 43085 United States Website: Website
Bio
Megen Leigh is a largely self taught watercolor artist working in the greater columbus area. She is a resident artist at High Road Gallery and Studios in Worthington OH and maintains a studio space that is open to the public every Fri-Sat 12-4. She is also a traveling festival artist doing juried arts festivals all over the midwest.
Artist Statement
Artists regularly get asked “Whats the purpose/meaning behind your work?” “What inspires you to create?” For me, that answer is that anything and everything can spark inspiration. I strive to bring a little bit of whimsical, playful, magical energy into the world with every piece I create, to engage the imagination of the viewer. I use bold bright colors and imaginative scenes that evoke fairytale-like wonder. Creatures and monsters often appear within the piece organically. Simple elements can evoke complex themes and I enjoy hiding small details and hints of stories throughout my pieces, so often the closer you look the more you see. Take a peak into my imagination, take a walk through some whimsical worlds, and see what stories you can find.