Leoni Duff lives in the provincial city of Launceston, Tasmania with her husband and family. An accomplished musician in her earlier years lead her to study at the Conservatorium of Music in Hobart majoring in piano. 

While having an avid interest in art and art history, it was during the 1980’s that Leoni made a serious effort to develop her painting skills. Starting with watercolour and progressing to oils, she sought every opportunity to study the old masters and early Australian artists for instruction. 

Largely self-taught Leoni has relied heavily on both historical and current art resources for guidance and direction. Leoni now works exclusively in pastel as her preferred medium. Summarising her philosophy of art, Leoni has said …

“I am motivated in my art to reflect a sense of wonder and appreciation at the work of the Creator. I see beauty, design, order and drama in simple objects, landscapes, the human form and the endless material in nature to inspire the artist. Out of a spirit of thankfulness, and in keeping with my philosophy, I set out to reflect this beauty and design and share these observations with those around me.”