
LESLIE KJELLSTRAND ART
artist | mother | editor
MY STORY
Leslie Ruggles Kjellstrand
I'm an Ohio girl who has long since been planted in Texas. Back when I was in high school in Cuyahoga Falls, I loved art. When I went to Ohio State University, I majored in journalism and have been in that field most of my professional life. I dabbled in watercolor when my three daughters were preschoolers, but raising kids and life in general diverted my attention. Just recently I picked up a paintbrush again and fell in love with watercolor. For the past three years I have been painting almost daily. I love drawing and painting birds the best, but also a range of other subjects including cats, flowers, landscapes, and architecture. When I have a good idea for a painting, I can hardly wait to get started. I learn by watching experts on DVDs, YouTube, and Craftsy classes. I also love my painting groups where I get the most support and inspiration. I continue to use my journalism skills as the newsletter editor for both the Waterloo Watercolor Group and Texas Watercolor Society.


CONTACT ME
Thank you for your interest. For any inquiries, please contact Leslie Kjellstrand Art today.