Gordon Leverton
Gordon Leverton is a Canadian artist (based in Hamilton, ON) that specializes in painting urban landscape art. Scroll down to learn more about Gordon Leverton and what inspires his work.
What inspired you to start your business?
I’m inspired by the hidden networks of alleyways and overlooked streets, often focusing on spaces ignored in traditional landscape art. My artist practice began with exploring communities—whether in my hometown of Hamilton (nearby Toronto, Canada), or abroad in places like Portugal, Peru, and Mexico—to gather inspiration and challenge my creative process.
I immerse myself in the environment, photographing interesting buildings, alleyways, and urban textures. Weather often poses a challenge, as I rely on natural light to capture shadows and colour. Back in the studio, I review hundreds of images, edit them, and create a wish-list of future projects. I tend to work on square canvases like 30×30” or 36×36”, starting with a grid and detailed drawing before diving into painting—a phase that lets me relive the moment of discovery.
Recently, I’ve begun blending real and imagined elements, adding greenery or subtle shadows not present in the original reference—where completion is more about feeling than pure representation.
How would you describe your artwork and business?
I am a self‑taught urban landscape artist, deeply attuned to the invisible threads that bind us in city life. Our network of streets, buildings, and pathways is as interdependent as a forest’s hidden web of roots. We communicate in ways both deliberate and instinctive—through a passing glance on the sidewalk, the brief exchange of a borrowed lawnmower, or the quiet rhythm of shared spaces. This constant interplay of connection is the heartbeat of my work.
My practice began with the delicate precision of fine pencils and the softness of pastels. Over time, I found my voice in the bold immediacy of acrylics, working exclusively on gallery‑grade canvases and fine art papers. I weave abstraction into my pieces, layering urban forms with shadow play and vivid, unapologetic colour. In doing so, I aim to reimagine the overlooked corners of the city—those spaces often ignored in traditional landscape art—and reveal the beauty that hums quietly within them.
What’s your bestselling art piece?
I enjoy creating either a 30×30 inch or 36×36 inch art piece and and collector’s tend to like that size also. These sizes are large enough to command attention on a wall, yet still manageable for collectors in terms of price point and display. Square formats also lend themselves well to bold compositions and symmetry, which can be especially appealing in my artwork.
Why do you think it’s so popular?
I enjoy creating either a 30×30 inch or 36×36 inch art piece and and collector’s tend to like that size also. These sizes are large enough to command attention on a wall, yet still manageable for collectors in terms of price point and display. Square formats also lend themselves well to bold compositions and symmetry, which can be especially appealing in my artwork.
What’s a personal favourite art piece that you’ve painted?
Fantasia (Fantasy)! This piece draws inspiration from the vibrant language and rich colors of Guadalajara’s architecture in Jalisco, Mexico, created during my 2025 international art residency. It captures the essence of Mexico’s architectural beauty and chromatic spirit—each brushstroke a memory, each hue a longing to return.
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