Sonia Sleeger
My name is Sonia Sleeger and I’m a self-taught Abstract Artist residing in Southern California. I love working with Acrylics, Alcohol Inks, Oils and Oil Pastels to create a unique style of Contemporary Art on canvas and paper.
My creativity was nurtured through an 11 year journey as a caregiver for an aunt with Alzheimer's. I needed to find a way of embracing this Labor of Love. The Elements of Design play an important role in my painting process. I realized that ‘art as therapy’ was a way to express my emotions with colors and shapes.
The subsequent inspiration and joy in painting that evolved reminded me of the incredible pleasure I experienced the very first moment I put paint on the canvas. Being able to create something from a single thought is a glorious thing! Abstraction, my favorite style of art creation, was fashioned into my natural painting expression.
I enjoy the visual rewards derived from abstraction and I’m always excited with the results. I’m confident I’ll never stop learning. I enjoy expanding my creativity from workshops and classes and reading about innovative art techniques. In addition, viewing art in our local galleries and beyond, ultimately contributes to my success.
You can view and purchase my artwork at Gallery SoHo, Claremont, CA. My paintings can also be seen at The Blue Door Boutique, Riverside Art Museum, Riverside, CA and Ontario International Airport, Ontario, CA.
I have been Married to my husband for twenty-five years with two beautiful children. I was born and raised in Walnut and am currently, living in Norco, California.
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