Wilson Arts is delighted to present the captivating works of Leslie Pearson in her new exhibit entitled “Material Remains”. Leslie is a multimedia artist who utilizes many fiber-based materials, processes and techniques to create sculptures, installations, encaustic paintings, and handmade books in which she explores themes of memory and identity.

Leslie pursues art as a studio artist, community arts advocate and educator. In 1998, she earned a Bachelor’s degree in Fine Art from Southeast Missouri State University and was heavily involved in community arts programming as the Assistant Director of the Arts Council of Southeast Missouri and co-curator of Gallery 100 and the Lorimier Gallery in Cape Girardeau, Missouri. In 2000, she earned a Master’s degree in Museum Studies at Newcastle University in England and completed an internship at the Northern Gallery for Contemporary Art in Sunderland, UK. In 2011, she earned an MFA in Textile Design at East Carolina University’s School of Art and Design in Greenville, North Carolina. She has taught at various colleges and Universities and currently serves on the Board of Trustees at the Arts Council of Fayetteville, and on the Board of Directors for the Surface Design Association. Pearson exhibits her work nationally and internationally. To find out more about Leslie, visit her website at https://www.lesliekpearson.com/.

Canvas Concoctions will engage your imagination through the joy of abstract painting. This experience will offer the freedom to create a painted canvas that is uniquely yours! Prompt cards will get the process started, while Renee encourages and gently guides you in creating a special, one-of-a-kind abstract masterpiece. No experience necessary. Grab your besties and enjoy some tasty mimosas as you enjoy this relaxing creative experience.