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the essence of a particular theme or
         set  of  images,  so  that  his  deep feelings
         intertwine with the colors and shapes on
         the canvas and convey a truth about our
         existence.  As a  catalyst  for his art,  the
         female figure, resplendent with beauty and
         intrigue, transcends temporal and cultural
         differences.  Woman’s body is the mother’s
         body-essential to our survival as a species.
         ‘The feminine’ is a powerful force for Mr.
         Oks as a man and as an artist.

         The  ripe,  swaying  images  of  women
         in  artist’s  paintings  are  deliberately
         anonymous.  His intention is to universalize
         the  implications  of  their  erotic  energy.
         There is great power to such energy.
         Artists feel that influence in Nature as
         well. The artist has been honored to be
         featured in one-person and group shows
         across  America and Europe, and was a
         first place award winner numerous times
         in international competitions and shows.

         Leon Oks has been published in many
         books, magazines and newspapers.
         His  work is  in  many  public,  private  and
         museum collections.
         To stand before a Leon Oks painting is to
         gain entrance into  god’s spiritual world
         filled with visions, revelation and mystery.
         Each painting touches a deeply embedded
         emotional cord within the viewer, as one
         experiences the gift of a master painter
         who has been given over to the hand of
         god. The world is yet to know the gift it
         is surely to receive through the artistry
         of Leon Oks.

         There are certain artists who possess a
         vision, which is original and exceptional.
         Russian-born artist Leon Oks is a painter
         whose  work  shows  an  exciting  visual
         style that weaves form, fluid brushstrokes
         and vivid color into a tapestry of unique
         inspiration. He melds dynamic movement
         and multiple perspectives with romance
         and a level of emotion that elevates his
         work to new heights, revealing joy and
         sadness in equal measures.
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