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Sandra Leveson
Born 1944 (age 80–81)
Melbourne, Australia
Education Caulfield Institute of Technology, National Gallery School
Known for Abstract painting, printmaking

Sandra Leveson (born 1944), also known as Sandra Leveson-Meares, is a talented Australian artist. She is known for her amazing abstract paintings and printmaking. She has also worked as a teacher.

Becoming an Artist

Sandra Leveson started her art journey at a young age. From 1959 to 1963, when she was just 14, she studied design at the Caulfield Institute of Technology. She also continued her studies at the National Gallery School during these years.

In 1966, Sandra married Ken Leveson, who was a sculptor. They both taught at Brighton Technical College. Later, they turned a warehouse in South Yarra into a studio and home. Sandra also traveled to the UK and USA in 1974 and 1976 to study art further.

Art Shows and Exhibitions

Sandra Leveson gained recognition for her art very early on. She started having her own art shows, called solo exhibitions, when she was only 18 years old.

Solo Art Shows

Sandra had many solo exhibitions throughout her career. Her first shows were in Melbourne at galleries like Pinacotheca and Realities. She also showed her work in Sydney at Macquarie Galleries.

She had exhibitions in the United States too, with shows in Fort Worth, Texas, starting in 1978. Some of her notable solo shows include:

  • 1962: Sandra Leveson, Pinacotheca, Melbourne
  • 1977: A Decade of Sandra Leveson, Melbourne University
  • 1978: Her first US exhibition at Gallery One, Fort Worth, Texas
  • 1994: Sandra Leveson 30 Year Survey, Campbelltown City Art Gallery
  • 2011: Sandra Leveson : painting of poise and passion, TarraWarra Museum of Art

Group Art Shows

Sandra Leveson also participated in many group exhibitions with other artists. These shows often featured a variety of artworks from different painters and sculptors.

  • 1971: A Decade of Australian Painting, McClelland Gallery
  • 1975: Artists For Labor And Democracy, a show featuring many artists at Toorak Art Gallery
  • 1978: Works on paper with other artists at Susan Gillespie Galleries
  • 1979: A show in Fort Worth, Texas, that included her work alongside famous international artists like Miro and Jim Dine.
  • 1982-1985: Australian Screenprints, a touring exhibition that visited many galleries across Australia.
  • 1986: ArtWalk '86 in Fort Worth, Texas.
  • 1994: Prints and Etchings with other artists at Avant Garden.
  • 2000: Christmas Exhibition featuring many leading Australian artists at Wagner Art Gallery.
  • 2001: Australian Women Artists show at Vanessa Wood Fine Art.

Awards and Special Projects

Sandra Leveson has received several awards for her artistic talent.

  • 1971: Corio Painting Prize, Geelong Art Gallery
  • 1972: Alice Prize, Painting Prize, Northern Territory Art Gallery
  • 1972: Trustees Award, Queensland Art Gallery
  • 1975: Trustees Purchase Award, Tasmanian Art Gallery & Museum

She was also chosen for special projects:

  • 1978: She was asked to create a special print for the Australian Print Council.
  • 1978: Her art was featured on painted trams as part of the "Transporting Art" project by the Victorian Arts Board.

Where Her Art Is Kept

Sandra Leveson's artworks are held in many important art collections. This means her art is preserved and displayed in museums and galleries for people to enjoy. Some of these collections include:

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