Leila Fanner

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Leila Fanner's paintings capture a spiritual outlook on her African environs.
The artist has exhibited at various South African galleries and her work is held in private collections around the world.
These are meditative pieces that would lend a sense of tranquil charm to a space.

California-born Leila Fanner is a painter and illustrator known for her mysterious female figures shrouded in shadow and lush landscapes. Drawing inspiration from the rich flora and fauna enveloping her South African home, Leila envelops her work in shimmering fabrics, vibrant colours, and decorative symbolism.

Leila Fanner's Early Career

Born to a South African artist and an African American musician, Leila was raised in South Africa and currently works from her studio in the Cape. The artist attended the JHB National School of the Arts, Johannesburg. Here, she trained in graphic design and watercolour painting. At only 23 years of age, Leila had her first exhibition in 1993. Since then, her works have appeared in Vogue Gallery, SA Art Times and Harlem Fine Arts Magazine.

Creative Practice

Her current mediums include oil paint and pastel, which she intuitively layers on wood and canvas. With a touch of Gustave Klimt and Art Nouveau elegance, her stirring paintings are at once experiential and fantastical. Raised by a family of women, her works present a unique, feminine perspective. Nestled within figurative and non-figurative styles, Leila's prolific patterning and flowing motifs are free from artistic or academic convention.

Exhibitions and Collections

Leila Fanner's art can be found in public and private collections in South Africa and internationally in Germany, France, Kenya, England, Ireland and the USA. Leila exhibits her work regularly in annual regional group shows, most recently in New York at the Harlem Fine Arts Show.

Leila Fanner Artworks

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    The Wait by Leila Fanner
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    The Wait by Leila Fanner

    The Wait

    Paintings - 120x100 cm
    Winter Took A Sip Of Spring by Leila Fanner
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    Winter Took A Sip Of Spring by Leila Fanner

    Winter Took A Sip Of Spring

    Paintings - 120x120 cm
    Dreamer I by Leila Fanner
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    Dreamer I by Leila Fanner

    Dreamer I

    Paintings - 95x75 cm
    Lobola III (African Wedding Gift) by Leila Fanner
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    Lobola III (African Wedding Gift) by Leila Fanner

    Lobola III (African Wedding Gift)

    Paintings - 100x100 cm
    Lobola II by Leila Fanner
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    Lobola II by Leila Fanner

    Lobola II

    Paintings - 100x120 cm
    I See You (1) by Leila Fanner
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    I See You (1) by Leila Fanner

    I See You (1)

    Paintings - 30x30 cm
    I See You (2) by Leila Fanner
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    I See You (2) by Leila Fanner

    I See You (2)

    Paintings - 30x30 cm
    Beauty Sleeping II by Leila Fanner
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    Beauty Sleeping II by Leila Fanner

    Beauty Sleeping II

    Paintings - 120x160 cm
    Afternoon Tea by Leila Fanner
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    Afternoon Tea by Leila Fanner

    Afternoon Tea

    Paintings - 40x40 cm
    Faith, Hope and Joy by Leila Fanner
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    Faith, Hope and Joy by Leila Fanner

    Faith, Hope and Joy

    Paintings - 100x100 cm
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    Guiding Light by Leila Fanner

    Guiding Light

    Paintings - 130x130 cm
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    Autumn Slumber by Leila Fanner

    Autumn Slumber

    Paintings - 120x160 cm
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    Long Story by Leila Fanner

    Long Story

    Paintings - 160x120 cm
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    Words Of Wisdom by Leila Fanner

    Words Of Wisdom

    Paintings - 100x100 cm
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    Bringer of Dreams by Leila Fanner

    Bringer of Dreams

    Paintings - 160x120 cm
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    Picnic With Iris by Leila Fanner

    Picnic With Iris

    Paintings - 100x100 cm

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