Leslie Robinson holding a finished floral painting in her studio

Leslie Robinson Studio

Vibrant paintings,
made with hand and heart.

Abstract florals and portrait commissions — built from layered colour and visible texture.

Selected work

From the gallery.

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Leslie Robinson

Leslie Robinson · Gatley

About Leslie

A second chapter, painted in colour.

After a long career as an NHS radiographer and academic, I came to painting in 2018. The instinct for looking — really looking — never left. Now it's paint, pastel and texture that hold the picture.

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Red blooms in a cream jug — abstract floral painting

Originals & prints

Abstract florals

Vivid acrylic and charcoal blooms — colour and texture allowed to fight a little before they settle.

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Soft pastel portrait commission

Portrait commissions

Human portraits

Soft pastel portrait commissions from clients' photographs.

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Leslie at work in her garden-room studio

Studio & process

Inside the studio

How the paintings come together — materials, methods, inspiration, and workshops coming next year.

Step into the studio

Kind words

From collectors & commissioners.

The painting arrived beautifully packed — the colours are even richer in person. It is now the calm centrepiece of our living room.

Hannah & James

Original collector

Leslie captured my mother so tenderly — the warmth, the wry smile, all of it. The whole family was moved to tears.

Sophie L.

Portrait commission

There is a real generosity to Leslie's work. The texture, the colour, the confidence — every piece feels deeply alive.

Emily R.

Returning collector

Two ways to start

Take a piece home, or have one made just for you.

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