LeAndre Barnett

LeAndre Barnett (b. 1994) is a multidisciplinary visual artist based in Sunrise, Florida. Rooted in a childhood dream of becoming an animator, Barnett’s practice blends painting, visual design, and storytelling into a dynamic, worldbuilding approach to contemporary art. His work is known for bold colors, expressive characters, and symbolic elements that explore identity, memory, and imagination.Influenced by animation, street culture, mythology, and philosophy, Barnett draws from both personal history and broader cultural narratives.

He has exhibited in group shows throughout South Florida, including Wave 1 Art Series (Wynwood, 2025), Thrive Art District (Fort Lauderdale, 2025), and the Pancakes and Booze Art Show (Orlando, 2025), among others. His growing body of work spans paintings, murals, merch, and pop-up installations—all serving as pieces of a larger creative universe in progress.

Artist Statement

My work is rooted in storytelling. Inspired by animation, mythology, and philosophy, I create vibrant worlds where identity, memory, and imagination collide. Each painting is more than an image — it’s a portal built from color, character, and emotion.

I draw from street culture, personal history, and the energy of cartoons to reimagine what art can say and do. Through symbolic figures and expressive forms, I explore the space between reality and possibility — inviting viewers to feel, reflect, and dream forward.