Leland Lee: A Surreal Vision of Nature and Emotion Leland Lee, born in Los Angeles, California, on May 29, 1989, is a contemporary artist whose distinctive style blends dreamlike imagery with meticulous observation of the natural world. From a young age—horseback riding at five and skiing shortly thereafter—Lee demonstrated an adventurous spirit and a fascination for exploring both physical challenges and imaginative landscapes. This early exposure to active pursuits undoubtedly instilled in him a keen eye for detail and a passion for capturing dynamic moments, qualities that would become ha…