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About Maggie Leiby...
Maggie Leiby was born and raised in
Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. After spending many years in the Atlanta, Georgia
area, she and her husband, Bob, returned to Pennsylvania and settled in
Doylestown Township. They have two grown daughters, Madeleine and Jennifer.
Maggie worked as a registered nurse until, in 1988, a serious illness and a
life-altering dream changed the course of her life. Following the words spoken
by God in her dream, she began private painting lessons. In 1991 she recognized
the need to formalize her art training and enrolled at Kennesaw State University
graduating, Magna cum Laude, in 1994 with a BA in Studio Art. Maggie works
mostly in oils, watercolor, and pastel, and mosaic. As a believer in life-long
learning, the artist has attended many workshops offered by acclaimed artists,
such as Nelson Shanks and Lois Griffel to increase her knowledge and skills. She
has studied at the Pennsylvania Academy of the Fine Arts, and is currently,
studying at Studio Incamminati.
The artist has traveled to Japan, Mexico, England, Ireland, France, Italy,
Switzerland, and The Netherlands. Maggie is a member of the Philadelphia Sketch
Club, Philadelphia Area Plein Air Painters, Doylestown Art League, and The
Philadelphia Watercolor Society. The artist teaches oil and watercolor classes
from her home studio. Leiby's work has been displayed in various venues
throughout Bucks and Montgomery Counties. Gallery representation is through The
Upstairs Gallery in Peddler's Village, Lahaska, Pa. and Orchard Artworks in Bryn
Athyn, Pennsylvania.
Artist Statement
The beauty of the landscape has always stirred
my soul. In my paintings I try to capture the Spiritual force emanating from the
land. Like the Impressionists, I am fascinated with light and atmospheric
conditions which I believe help to create a sense of mood and place. I thank God
for opening the wonderful world of art to me through a dream. I look upon my
dream as a gift; acting upon that dream, and what I do with my art is my gift
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