Why This Artist Paints the Parts of a City You Walk Right Past.
Gordon Leverton's art is recognizable at a glance: striking geometry, vibrant palettes, and shadows that stretch across surfaces like time. By isolating structures and simplifying form, he invites viewers to see familiar spaces with a fresh perspective.
His work captures not just what a city looks like, but how it feels. It's a practice built on close observation, abstraction, and deep attention to what's often overlooked.
Being self-taught just means you found your own way. That's exactly what Leverton did. With no formal art training, he turned to the city around him for inspiration. Rooftops. Alleyways. Side Streets.
He began breaking the built environment into planes of colour, light, and shadow-transforming the everyday into bold, graphic compositions that carry his unmistakable voice. Leverton is proof of what's possible when you stay curious, keep working and trusting your perspective matters.
Enjoy Gordon's available artwork and explore his art practice.
Built One Brick At A Time
SLUMBER
There’s something undeniably charming about brick facade houses, like the architectural equivalent of a warm hug or a cozy sweater. These (Toronto) homes have an old-world charm, standing through all four Canadian seasons and can pull off a ruggedly handsome look with ease.
📍Gerard St., East, Toronto, ON, Canada
Slumber was Juried into the prestigious Art Gallery of Mississauga Annual Juried Show
- Exhibition Dates: Oct. 25, 2025 – Jan. 11, 2026
All welcome. Free to attend.
The Holidays are coming!
HOLIDAY COLLECTION NOW AVAILABLE!
Explore Leverton's holiday collection -- now available for viewing and collection!
Inspired from urban architecture in Canada - Toronto, Quebec City, Hamilton, and Kitchener - and Latin America - Mexico & Peru. Plus a special feature of a limited edition framed print of ALCANZAR (Reaching) - 1 of 1 in 3 sizes!
Find the perfect gift for you or your loved ones!
Fresh off the easel! COHORT
ORIGINALS
Leverton is a celebrated artist known for captivating depictions of cities, is commended for his significant contributions to visualizing a cities character. In recognition of his practice, he was awarded 2024 City of Hamilton (Canada) Arts Award , 2023 City of Hamilton (Canada) Art of Heritage Award, elected to the (Canadian) Ontario Society of Arts (OSA) and Society of Canadian Arts (SCA).
Immersing into a local culture is an essential part of becoming an observer. It’s important to witness daily life and be part of a city to bring new approaches, to experiment, and grow in my artistic practice. Using acrylics, he explores a theme common to the urban experience -how community connects us all.
Leverton's International debut: 'shadow.text.colour'
CALLE MORELOS
In March 2025, Leverton ventured to México for his first international residency and solo exhibition in México City. Immersed in the rich cultural tapestry of the region, he drew inspiration from the language, textures, and vivid hues of colonial architecture in Guadalajara. The result was shadow.text.colour—a sold-out body of work that captured the interplay between shadow and light, text and silence, colour and memory.
Now back in Canada, Leverton is channeling that momentum into a new canvas-based series. This upcoming work continues his exploration of spatial rhythm and chromatic storytelling, shaped by the emotional resonance of his time in México.
Leverton is finalizing his 2026 International art residency in México City and Oaxaca, México to feature his new work at #HASHTAG Gallery (México City - February 2026) + in various locations in Canada (May thru December 2026).
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Collector's item!
LIMITED EDITION PRINTS
While each of Leverton's work are originals/ one-of-a-kind artwork, he will create a limited edition print run each year.
- 2025 AVAILABLE EL, ESC, MAN + MAX
- 2024 Humber Cinema (Few remain)
- 2023 Street Knowledge (SOLD OUT)
Street Knowledge (888 Dupont Street, Toronto, Canada)
COMMISSIONED ART
Leverton is open for commissions again in summer 2026. Get in touch to discuss your commission ideas and reserve your spot.
View some of Gordon's commissions.
NEW FEATURE
Curious to see the art in your space?
It's a new way to view artwork. Through the power of Augmented Reality, you can now view Gordon Leverton's artwork directly in your space by using the VIEW IN YOUR SPACE feature next to each painting on the website- Check it out!
Did you knows?
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