• Painting by Leslie Smith

    LESLIE SMITH III: A CONCEPT IS A BRICK

    September 26 - November 14, 2025

    A survey of paintings spanning the artist's collaboration with Maus Contemporary since 2013.

EXHIBITION CHECK LIST
Abstract wall art featuring blue geometric shapes on a white background.

Leslie Smith III

Where’s North

2025

oil on cotton and linen canvas

approx. 31.5 by 36 in. (ca. 80 by 91,4 cm)

Abstract wall sculpture with black, blue, white, and yellow elements.

Leslie Smith III

One Silly While

2022

oil and dried pigment on shaped canvas

approx. 22 by 25 in. (ca. 55,9 by 63,5 cm)

Abstract mixed media artwork with paint splatters, cutout shapes, and a yellow gradient section on a white background.

Leslie Smith III

A Silly While

2022

oil and dried pigment on shaped canvas

approx. 36 by 39.5 in. (ca. 91,4 by 100,3 cm)

Abstract mixed media art piece with geometric shapes in blue, black, white, and gray on a white background.

Leslie Smith III

Still Blue

2022

oil and dried pigment on shaped canvas, sewn canvas, acrylic-stained canvas

approx. 24 by 17.5 in. (ca. 61 by 44,5 cm)

Abstract mirror with a black frame, featuring a blue and white gradient design.

Leslie Smith III

My Mind’s Eye

2022

oil on shaped canvas

approx. 29.5 by 36 in. (ca. 74,9 by 91,4 cm)

private US collection

An abstract mixed media artwork with layered paper and fabric elements, featuring a white rectangle with a black textured frame and colorful paint accents.

Leslie Smith III

Out of the Rain

2022

oil and dried pigment on shaped canvas, sewn canvas, acrylic-stained canvas

approx. 53 by 43 in. (ca. 134,6 by 109,2 cm)

Abstract artwork by Leslie Smith III with irregular gray shapes, a textured black strip, and a white shape with yellow, pink, and black scribbles, on a white background.

Leslie Smith III

If I Can’t Find My Way Back Home

2022

oil, dried pigment, sewn canvas, and industrial felt

approx. 59 by 93.75 in. (ca. 149,9 by 238,1 cm)

Abstract artwork with geometric shapes in black, white, gray, and blue, arranged in a circular pattern.

Leslie Smith III

Blue Walk

2022

oil and dried pigment on shaped canvas, sewn canvas, acrylic-stained canvas

approx. 34 by 53.5 in. (ca. 86,4 by 135,9 cm)

Abstract art piece by Leslie Smith III with gray felt and white fabric with purple and yellow accents on a textured background.

Leslie Smith III

Now What ?

2022

oil, dried pigment, sewn canvas, and industrial felt

approx. 20 by 13.2 in. (ca. 50,8 by 33,5 cm)

Abstract mixed media artwork by Leslie Smith III with felt, yellow paint, and pencil scribbles creating a textured, geometric composition on a white background.

Leslie Smith III

Outside The Ears Of Others

2022

oil, dried pigment, sewn canvas, and industrial felt

approx. 12 by 14 in. (ca. 30,5 by 35,6 cm)

private US collection

Paint-stained fabric with a pocket and embroidered designs, possibly a handmade or painted cloth item.

Leslie Smith III

Breath

2022

oil, dried pigment, and sewn canvas

approx. 9 by 6 in. (ca. 22,9 by 15,2 cm)

Abstract art sculpture made of various cut-out and painted paper pieces in black, white, pink, blue, and yellow, arranged on a white background.

Leslie Smith III

Spring Kept its Promise Once Again

2021

sewn canvas, oil and dried pigment on shaped canvas

approx. 63 by 75.5 in. (ca. 161,5 by 192 cm)

Abstract circular artwork with black, white, and purple brushstrokes.

Leslie Smith III

On The Fringe

2019

oil on shaped canvas

approx. 24.75 by 23 in. (ca.63 by 59 cm)

private US collection

Abstract painted ceramic or canvas with pink, red, white, yellow, and beige brushstrokes and curved line.

Leslie Smith III

Bloom

2019

oil on shaped canvas

approx. 35.5 by 34.5 in. (ca. 91 by 88 cm)

large painting by African American painter Leslie Smith 3

Leslie Smith III

Redaction

2017

oil on shaped canvas, three individual elements

approx. 62 by 118 in. (ca. 157,5 by 300 cm)

private US collection

Redaction was included in the Elissa Auther-curated exhibition Aftereffect: Georgia O’Keeffe and Contemporary Art at the Museum of Contemporary Art Denver, MCA Denver.

Abstract collage of paper and fabric pieces in pink, red, gray, black, white, blue, mustard yellow, and gradient pink and white, arranged on a white background.

Leslie Smith III

Above the Fold

2017

oil on shaped canvas

approx. 18 by 22.5 in. (ca. 45,7 by 57,2 cm)

Abstract artwork resembling a stylized face with black, gray, and cream geometric shapes and lines.

Leslie Smith III

Redacted

2017

oil on shaped canvas

approx. 70 by 96 in. (ca. 177,8 by 243,8 cm)

Abstract geometric painting on shaped canvas elements by Leslie Smith III with black and red triangles, orange lines, and white background.

Leslie Smith III

Locus of Control

2017

oil on shaped canvas

approx. 50.5 by 51.5 in. (ca. 128,3 by 130,8 cm)

Abstract painting by Leslie Smith III with red and pink geometric shapes with lines

Leslie Smith III

Five-Sided Disposition

2016

oil on shaped canvas

approx. 53 by 50 in. (ca. 135 by 127 cm)

Abstract yellow geometric art pieces, including rectangles and strips, arranged on a white background.

Leslie Smith III

Silent Treatment

2016

oil on shaped canvas

approx. 36 by 45.5 in. (ca. 91,5 by 116 cm)

private US collection

Abstract art piece with overlapping rectangular glass or acrylic sheets in black, gray, white, and blue hues arranged in a layered composition.

Leslie Smith III

Affliction 5

2016

oil on shaped canvas

approx. 40 by 20 in. (ca. 102 by 51 cm)

Abstract digital artwork featuring layered red and gray translucent geometric shapes with a central design resembling a stylized dog or wolf in yellow, black, white, and red colors.

Leslie Smith III

Lances

2016

oil on shaped canvas

approx. 30.5 by 36 in. (ca. 77,5 by 91,5 cm)

Interactive art piece with abstract, colorful cubes on red, gray, and semi-transparent red backgrounds.

Leslie Smith III

Part of Death

2016

oil on shaped canvas

approx. 30.5 by 36 in. (ca. 77,5 by 91,5 cm)

Abstract art piece with geometric shapes and color blocks, reflecting on water with a mirrored effect.

Leslie Smith III

Only a Paper Moon

2015

oil on shaped canvas

approx. 51.5 by 52 in. (ca. 131 by 132 cm)

Abstract painting depicting geometric shapes in dark brown, black, and blue hues with a vertical striped background and a horizontal blue line dividing the image.

Leslie Smith III

Toeing The Water Line

2014

oil on shaped canvas

approx. 48 by 48 in. (ca. 122 by 122 cm)

Black background with a rectangular platform supported by three blue flames.

Leslie Smith III

Shooting Blanks in the Dark

2014

oil on shaped canvas

approx. 36 by 36 in. (ca. 91,5 by 91,5 cm)

A white privacy screen with a cutout panel, possibly used for medical or office privacy

Leslie Smith III

Ready Or Not

2014

oil on shaped canvas

approx. 29.5 by 26 in. (ca. 74,9 by 66 cm)

Dark abstract artwork with geometric shapes and sharp angles.

Leslie Smith III

Night Mass

2013

oil on shaped canvas

approx. 27 by 27 in. (ca. 69 by 69 cm)

Abstract painting with colorful blobs in orange, yellow, green, and brown on a blue-gray background.

Leslie Smith III

Airplane

2011

oil on canvas

approx. 26 by 26 in. (ca. 66 by 66 cm)

Abstract painting of a large rounded shape with orange, pink, and red hues against a gray background.

Leslie Smith III

Bather

2011

oil on canvas

approx. 26 by 26 in. (ca. 66 by 66 cm)

Abstract painting featuring large black shape, green background, and partial white and yellow element.

Leslie Smith III

Near Window

2011

oil on canvas

approx. 26 by 26 in. (ca. 66 by 66 cm)

Abstract painting with red background and simple, stylized outline of a person in red, holding a set of keys.

Leslie Smith III

Red Light

2009

oil on canvas

approx. 112 by 83.75 in. (ca. 284,5 by 212,7 cm)