“Following The Sinny.

Committed To Being A Good Ripple.

Cultivating Compassion.”

Leya Russell, Founder and Resident Artist of Magpie Cove.

For as long as I can remember, I've been drawn to stories—both in the way we live them and how we preserve them. Over the past 20 years, my travels and experiences as an artist have taught me that there is far more that connects us than divides us. Magpie Cove is an extension of that belief—a space where stories, art, and connection come together.

Growing up with dyslexia and ADHD, I’ve always been a visual thinker, finding my voice through images rather than words. Communicating through images and art has been my strength, a way to bridge connections where words sometimes fall short. These experiences inspired me to create Magpie Cove—a space where everyone, regardless of background or experience, can feel valued, seen, and heard.

As an artist and storyteller, my work has always been about preserving meaning and memory. Whether through photography, pastel drawings, or collaborative art projects, the goal is the same: to hold space for human stories and create something larger than ourselves.

Thank you for being part of this journey. Together, we can explore, create, and build bridges through shared compassion and creativity.

Can we draw our feelings already?

Leya April 2019- by Chris Print.jpg

Hello, my name is Leya

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