Celia Lees
Toronto, Canada
Biography
Celia Lees employs movement and found objects to create expressive, abstract compositions. Her gestural mark-making integrates her environment into her process, blurring the line between intentional and instinctual creation. Rather than focusing on tangible forms, Lees channels internal emotions and sensations, allowing spontaneity to guide her work. The objects within her reach influence her artistic choices, resulting in dynamic, textural paintings. Lees’ practice embodies a deep connection to personal experience, making each piece a reflection of both physical and emotional landscapes.
Works
a drink with you2023 · acrylic and oil stick · 60 × 48 in. where we need to be2024 · acrylic, oil stick and pencil · 96 × 96 in. so close yet so far2024 · acrylic and oil stick · 64 × 80 in. breathing room2023 · acrylic , pencil and oil stick · 40 × 60 in. Its not that bad and its not that good2024 · acrylic · 48 × 72 in. I forgot to tell you..2024 · acrylic ink · 50 × 40 in. its fine im fine everythings fine2024 · acrylic ink and oil stick · 36 × 48 in. Don't Lean On Me2024 · 40 × 30 in. the decision was mutual2024 · acrylic ink · 38 × 52 in. no understanding2023 · acrylic and oil stick · 20 × 16 in. I love you not too2024 · acrylic and oil stick · 72 × 72 in. a breath of fresh air2022 · acrylic and oil stick · 64 × 80 in. speaking of2023 · acrylic and oil stick · 48 × 36 in. do you mind?2024 · acrylic and oil stick · 60 × 60 in. invigorated2022 · acrylic and oil stick · 38 × 34 in. those who care less than I2023 · acrylic and oil stick · 80 × 60 in. haha not ok2023 · acrylic and oil stick · 46 × 48 in. room for growth2022 · acrylic and pencil · 40 × 60 in. I think that I don't2023 · acrylic, spray paint, oil stick · 60 × 60 in. anyways thats enough2023 · acrylic and oil stick · 40 × 30 in. always with you2024 · acrylic and oil stick · 60 × 60 in. shhh...2024 · acrylic, graphite and spray paint · 60 × 48 in. I feel everything at once or nothing at all2023 · acrylic and oil pastel · 20 × 16 in. why are we always racing2022 · acrylic, oil stick, spraypaint, marker · 40 × 30 in. secrets2023 · acrylic and oil stick · 84 × 78 in. skin to skin2024 · acrylic and graphite · 72 × 60 in. something about solitude2022 · acrylic and oil stick · 60 × 40 in. late night early morning2022 · acrylic and oil stick · 60 × 48 in. what more can I give2024 · acrylic ink · 48 × 48 in. wait, what?2024 · acrylic and water pastels · 60 × 48 in. two sides to every story2024 · acrylic ink · 30 × 80 in. you see me2024 · acrylic · 64 × 80 in. searching2023 · acrylic and oil stick · 50 × 40 in. play date2024 · acrylic · 48 × 48 in. you- for you2024 · acrylic and oil stick · 96 × 96 in.