Carol Lesher
Carol Lesher (born 1962) is an American painter known for landscape-based works that incorporate both representational and abstract elements. She is based in Kennett Square, Pennsylvania.
Early life and education
Lesher was born in Ridgewood, New Jersey. She received a Bachelor of Fine Arts in painting from the University of Delaware in 1985.
Career
Following graduation, Lesher worked for MBNA America, managing its corporate art collection. In 1999, she began working full time as an artist. Her paintings, which are primarily in oil, are often informed by natural landscapes and are characterized by layered textures and a subdued color palette.[1]
Lesher has exhibited her work in solo and group exhibitions, primarily in Pennsylvania and the surrounding region. Her work has been shown at galleries including Red Raven Art Company (Lancaster, PA) and Church Street Gallery (West Chester, PA), among others. She has also participated in juried exhibitions such as the Chester County Studio Tour.[2]
Artistic style
Lesher's work explores landscape through a combination of abstraction and representation. She cites influences such as Richard Diebenkorn, Edward Hopper, Alex Katz and Fairfield Porter. Her paintings often depict elements such as fields, coastlines, and skies, emphasizing formal elements like shape, color, and spatial relationships.[3]
Studio and public engagement
Lesher maintains a studio in Kennett Square, Pennsylvania. She participates in regional art events and engages with the public through open studio events and exhibitions.[4][5]
References
- ↑ "Lesher Studio & Gallery". www.valleyforge.org. Retrieved 2025-07-09.
- ↑ "Best 15 Local Artists in Southeastern, PA | Houzz". www.houzz.com. Retrieved 2025-07-09.
- ↑ Writer, MICKAYLA MILLER | Staff (2025-07-02). "July First Friday 2025: Galleries, small businesses to visit July 4". LancasterOnline. Retrieved 2025-07-09.
- ↑ "Carol Lesher Studio & Gallery, Penn, PA - Reviews, Ratings, Tips and Why You Should Go". Wanderlog. Retrieved 2025-07-09.
- ↑ "Lesher Studio & Gallery". www.brandywinevalley.com. Retrieved 2025-07-09.
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