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ABOUT THE ARTISTLeo Kahl was exposed to not just visual art but creativity and inventiveness in general at an early age. Fascinated by the artistic creations of several older cousins, he was inspired to pursue an education in not only visual art but engineering as well. He would make use of his visualization, design and technical skills for the next four decades envisioning and marketing a myriad of commercial and industrial products for many large and small companies.
Leo Kahl Industrial Designer
His love for the visual arts however increasingly grew throughout his life. Working first in acrylics then oil paint, he created countless works depicting quiet moments of his family and friends on large canvases.
Leo Kahl Painting "Irish Christmas"
At age 55, he began to experiment with watercolor to expedite some small projects. He quickly came to realize that the attributes of watercolor, namely spontaneity, unpredictability and simplicity, mirrored his own personality in a way that other mediums had not and could not.
Leo Kahl Watercolor Studio
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Always fascinated by the effects of light upon the world, he discovered watercolor's unparalleled ability to simulate this phenomena.
Extensive study of watercolor, including its history, chemistry and various application styles by artists across the world, fueled his new found passion for the medium.
His journey into the world of watercolor and art is now part of his DNA. He strives first and foremost to capture the mood and ambiance of his subjects. His work always includes elements of mystery, story and romance.
Extensive study of watercolor, including its history, chemistry and various application styles by artists across the world, fueled his new found passion for the medium.
His journey into the world of watercolor and art is now part of his DNA. He strives first and foremost to capture the mood and ambiance of his subjects. His work always includes elements of mystery, story and romance.
Leo Kahl Plein Air Watercolor
He also enjoys creating large, canvas scenes of Delmarva's colorful landscapes and abundant wildlife utilizing modern acrylic pigments. The rapid drying nature of acrylic paints allows him to work quickly and spontaneously, producing high contrast, richly textured romantic scenes.
Leo Kahl at Home Studio
His artistic objectives are to always capture the abstract beauty of light and the honest essence of his subjects.
Leo is now a full time professional artist working in the Bethany Beach, southern Delaware area with his wife Robin, 3 cats and his dog / pal, Wyeth.
Leo is now a full time professional artist working in the Bethany Beach, southern Delaware area with his wife Robin, 3 cats and his dog / pal, Wyeth.
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