“The world of reality has its limits;
the world of imagination is boundless.” ~Rousseau

“Inspiration is derived both inwardly and outwardly.” ~Leila A. Fortier
Leila A. Fortier is a writer, artist, poet, and photographer currently residing on the remote island of Okinawa Japan. Read more about her in Up Close: Leila A. Fortier in Her Own Words, this issue of The River.
You can purchase prints, cards, or posters of her work from her gallery.
Learn more about her and read some of her poetry on her website.



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Leila -
These are treasures, surreal adventures. They transcend, yet sharpen, reality. Awesome.
Such beautiful art. Truly lovely!
I am mesmorized by this art. What perfect pieces for meditation!