Leon's Thoughts on Art

"Insider Art" Opening Reception At Union Street Gallery June 21st

 Botany Pond, by Leon Sarantos, At Insider Art ExhibitBotany Pond is in my series of cityscape paintings, focusing on the Main Quadrangles at the University of Chicago campus.  The traditional grey, stone Gothic buildings in the background contrast with the vibrant primary colors used to portray…(continue reading)

Reception for Ordinary Things Exhibit At Studio 659, June, 2013

Three Potted Geraniums   My painting, Three Potted Geraniums, is on display in  the “Ordinary Things” exhibit at Studio 659, Indiana until July 6.  This painting portrays a nostalgic memory of the interior of my Chicago apartment.  (Oil on canvas, H 18 X W 16 inches...(continue reading)

My Still Life Art in Ordinary Things Exhibit At Studio 659, June, 2013

Apples, Grapes and Vases on Blue Cloth  My painting, Apples, Grapes and Vases on Blue Cloth, is on display in  the “Ordinary Things” exhibit at Studio 659, Indiana until July 6.  (Oil on canvas, H 30 X W 36 inches, $260).  Ordinary Things Exhibit At Studio 659In this...(continue reading)