The Work in Motion
Inside Derek’s creative process
Wise Lion Dynasty
Notes WiseLion
Derek “Notes” Leitch
A multidisciplinary artist creating bold, story-driven work across murals, fine art, and public installations. Inspired by street culture, nature, and urban environments, each piece is designed to be seen, felt, and remembered.
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Behind the Art
Artist in Motion
Watch Derek bring vision, texture, and color to life—one layer at a time.
Layer by Layer
A closer look at the art taking shape
Vision on the Wall
The creative process in its final rhythm
Featured Works
The Slideshow
Original · Original artwork
Owl Family
A mother and baby owl nestled in a glowing wood-grain hollow, watched over by luminous fireflies and a jeweled emerald heart.
Wise Lion DynastyMurals in the Wild
Mural Gallery
Exterior wall mural
The Wise Man
A towering elder emerging from swirling blue-and-green tendrils and floating orbs, hand-painted across a full brick facade.
From the Official Storefront
Artwork Library
Every image shown here comes directly from Derek's Wise Lion Dynasty storefront. Tap any work to view it up close.
The Artist
Derek 'Notes' Leitch
Note Wise Lion is the signature of Derek “Notes” Leitch — a fine artist known for carved wood-grain illusions and layered textures that turn natural patterns into surfaces with real depth and movement, pulling from street art, public work, and contemporary design.
Inspired by street culture and urban environments, his work brings raw energy and authenticity into every creation. From detailed illustrations to bold public commissions, each piece is designed to capture attention, evoke emotion, and tell a story that connects with diverse audiences. More than art — a statement, a reflection, an experience meant to be seen, felt, and remembered.
- 1993First big win — a hand-drawn high school mascot.
- SoCalSketchbooks became walls. Co-founded Evocal15.
- 5PointzPainted at 5Pointz with support from Sony.
- PortlandBridges collective, Portland Street Art Alliance & For The Love.
Get In Touch
Commissions & Contact
Available for murals, public installations, and commissioned pieces. Reach out through the shop or social — let's put a lion on your wall.