12 X 16 Oil on Canvas This was done at a 2-day workshop with Matt Smith. The location is actually Shoshone Falls near Twin Falls. I took the photo while doing research for the Twin Falls temple mural. At one point during the workshop, after giving a critique regarding the waterfalls, Matt picked up a brush and repaired what I had done. I love everything about the painting, including Matt’s contribution. Original artwork of Oil on Canvas 12" x 16". Framed at 15" x 18".
Leon Parson is a celebrated wildlife and religious artist known for his masterful ability to capture the spirit of nature and faith in every brushstroke. Raised in Idaho and deeply inspired by the outdoors, Leon’s art blends technical excellence with emotional and spiritual depth. He spent 40 years teaching art at BYU–Idaho and has created murals for temples around the world, including Rome and Calgary.
A signature member of the Society of Animal Artists, his work has graced over 100 magazine covers and been featured in limited edition prints collected worldwide. Leon’s passion for observing wildlife and reverence for the divine infuse each painting with life, wonder, and testimony.
Leon is also the brother of renowned religious artist Del Parson.
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Art Story
Art Story
12 X 16 Oil on Canvas This was done at a 2-day workshop with Matt Smith. The location is actually Shoshone Falls near Twin Falls. I took the photo while doing research for the Twin Falls temple mural. At one point during the workshop, after giving a critique regarding the waterfalls, Matt picked up a brush and repaired what I had done. I love everything about the painting, including Matt’s contribution. Original artwork of Oil on Canvas 12" x 16". Framed at 15" x 18".
About the Artist
About the Artist
Leon Parson is a celebrated wildlife and religious artist known for his masterful ability to capture the spirit of nature and faith in every brushstroke. Raised in Idaho and deeply inspired by the outdoors, Leon’s art blends technical excellence with emotional and spiritual depth. He spent 40 years teaching art at BYU–Idaho and has created murals for temples around the world, including Rome and Calgary.
A signature member of the Society of Animal Artists, his work has graced over 100 magazine covers and been featured in limited edition prints collected worldwide. Leon’s passion for observing wildlife and reverence for the divine infuse each painting with life, wonder, and testimony.
Leon is also the brother of renowned religious artist Del Parson.
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