About the Artist

Staci Leech-Cornell

Staci Leech‑Cornell is a mixed media artist and educator whose work reflects memory, heritage, and the human impulse to create meaning through the hands. Staci works from positions that prioritize comfort and sustainability while remaining deeply engaged in the creative process. Artmaking is rooted in traditions of story, craft, and family legacy, often referencing quilting, mark‑making, and domestic materials. Creating offers healing and continuity, allowing exploration of joy, grief, humor, and resilience. Sharing work publicly affirms the belief that creativity does not disappear with illness. Staci’s art invites viewers to consider creativity as survival, communication, and connection across generations.

Location: On display at Courage Kenny Rehabilitation Institute