Toni Rene Leslie was born in Chicago, IL in 1994. Her work mainly consists of contemporary expressionism but often explores abstract as well. She received her Bachelor of Arts in Fine Arts from Columbia College Chicago in 2017. Through a diverse range of mediums and materials, such as acrylics, wood, and watercolors. 

 

Toni Rene shares her personal stories and challenges with a focus on self-understanding. She challenges ideals and seeks to empower women to embrace their true selves, revealing inherent beauty in all forms of femininity. Her thought-provoking works have garnered recognition for their powerful storytelling, evocative symbolism, and risk-taking. Through her art, Toni Rene continues to push boundaries, initiate conversations, and inspire others to embrace their own unique journeys of self-discovery and acceptance.