Beach House in Fuchsia and Black Painting

Leetta Douglas was born and raised in a small African American community called "Rondo " in St. Paul, Minnesota. Rooted in her African-American heritage and drawing from a deep well of life experiences, Leetta's art presents a rich blend of bold, free-flowing elegance and thoughtful compositions. A seasoned artist and architectural designer, she defies convention by using sponges instead of brushes to create her unique pieces. Her early artistic journey, characterized by a scholarship to the Minneapolis College of Art and Design/Minneapolis Institute of Art at age 18, laid the foundation for a rich educational experience, culminating in a Bachelor of Fine Arts Degree in Environmental Design from the University of Houston and a Master of Education from the University of St. Thomas. In the 1980s, Leetta left her mark on the vibrant Houston art scene with her abstract watercolors, dyes, and ink, her captivating pieces adorning law offices and hospitals alike. As her career progressed into the 90s, she adeptly shifted her focus to commercial design and architectural renderings, displaying her remarkable versatility as an artist. Today, Leetta finds joy in the expansive canvas of her acrylic and marker art and in fine, textured papers where she exercises her love for control with colored pencils. These intricate pieces underscore her ability to produce detailed drawings that gracefully straddle meticulousness and freedom. Leetta Douglas invites viewers to experience the world as she sees it - bold, free, and utterly captivating.