Lisa with her Plein Air Illusion of Dunes, Woodlawn Beach, Blasdell, NY.
About Lisa Cornwell
Lisa R. Cornwell is a fine artist from Western New York, specializing in precise color matching and nature-inspired illusions. She holds an Art degree with a minor in English from the University at Buffalo, where she graduated with highest honors, summa cum laude.
Lisa began sharing her creative journey on social media in 2021, building a loyal and caring community across major platforms—all grown organically. Through her work, Lisa honors the natural world and advocates for its preservation, integrating sustainable practices and ethical business values into every aspect of her art.
When she’s not painting, Lisa embraces a peaceful and pure way of living, rooted in her down-to-earth values. She enjoys adventures in every form, whether it’s a road trip or inventing a new vegetarian recipe. Her world revolves around color, and she has a knack for spotting rainbows, even on the clearest blue-sky days.
Photo by Katie Addo
The Algorithm of Color
Lisa was interviewed by Buffalo Magazine about her plein air illusions and relationship with color.