Leonid Katsnelson was born in Kiev, Ukraine and brought up a keen sense of artistic beauty and style in European traditions. He studied at the Ukrainian Academy of Printing, where he received a master's degree in book art.

 

Leonid Katsnelson for many years successfully collaborated with leading publishing companies of the former Soviet Union. He has prepared and published over 200 books of poetry, prose and literature for children. His work earned him a reputation as a true master of his craft. Leonid Katsnelson, many believe, is an artist of the perfect balance between traditional artistic ethics and the avant-garde, combining classical forms and modern trends. His works are elegant and full of harmony, demonstrating a deep understanding of art in all its forms. He is a true professional with a sense of conformity and true value of style.

 

Since 1994, Leonid Katsnelson lives in Los Angeles, participated in national and international exhibitions of books, graphics and drawings, and was awarded several high awards. Over the past twenty years, the artist has been enthusiastically working in the field of computer graphics and digital painting. His works are presented in private collections in the USA, in many countries, including Ukraine, Russia, Germany, Poland, Israel, Canada, Japan, Finland, etc., which brought him the love and respect of fans and patrons around the world. The artist remains true to his principles and creates his works with devotion and ardor of the pioneer.