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Leonard Baby's 'Resting Babyface' Exhibition Explores Vulnerability

2/6/2026

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Leonard Baby, a 29-year-old American artist, will present his exhibition "Resting Babyface" at Villa Carlotta in Los Angeles from February 25 to March 10.
The works reflect vulnerability and emotional turmoil, often depicting women in distress.
He plans to present himself asleep in a bed during the exhibition to evoke intimacy and confessional honesty.
His paintings can reach up to $40,000 and have drawn attention since he began sharing them on Instagram in 2019.
Baby's artistic journey began in childhood, shaped by dark themes and his struggles with identity.

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Leonard Baby, a 29-year-old American artist, will present his exhibition "Resting Babyface" at Villa Carlotta in Los Angeles from February 25 to March 10.
The works reflect vulnerability and emotional turmoil, often depicting women in distress.
He plans to present himself asleep in a bed during the exhibition to evoke intimacy and confessional honesty.
His paintings can reach up to $40,000 and have drawn attention since he began sharing them on Instagram in 2019.
Baby's artistic journey began in childhood, shaped by dark themes and his struggles with identity.