Abstract artwork with large brown shapes and a person looking at a small framed picture.

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Hi, I'm Laura

About Me

Hi, I'm Laura. I'm a 29 year old artist living in London. I was born in Northern Ireland but raised in Oxford and Chester. I have been drawing for as long as I can remember, but as did many of us, I picked up acrylics during lockdown whilst living with a friend.

I really love creating in all different ways but especially with paints. Hopefully I have created a few things that you like too. If anything catches your eye, please don't hesitate to get in touch!

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Five boats on the Tagus
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Five boats on the Tagus

Golden hour by the Tagus Acrylic on canvas, 20"x24"   My boyfriend and I took a trip to Lisbon earlier this year (April 2026). We were walking along the waterfront one evening, just as the sun sets, just as the light turns golden. Everything just looks so beautiful at this time of night. Its call...
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Painting Moments

My current work focusses on capturing fleeting moments from everyday life - quiet, beautiful memories reframed through detailed figures and abstract shapes.

Painting is my way of making sense of what's in my head, of focussing on what matters and letting the rest blur into the background. IIt's how I hold on, let go, and share pieces of my life - one memory at a time.

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What Inspires Me

I paint scenes from moments I have lived - photos I have taken, memories that stick. Some are personal, some are just everyday life, but all are grounded in reality and the feeling of wanting to remember, and capture, this specific moment.

How I work

I begin with a subject: a person, a gesture, a detail. From there, I use abstract shapes to blur what doesn't matter, similar to how memories obscure the irrelevant details. The result is a balance between realism and forgotten elements.

Why I Paint

Painting is my creative outlet and a way to stay grounded. I hope that in time, my memories can become part of someone else's; small moments hanging in new homes, speaking to new stories.

Artist CV

Exhibitions

2022 - Group exhibition, The Holy Art Gallery, London

Awards & Recognitions

2026 - Longlisted, Visual Art Open

2025 - Longlisted, ArtEvol

Publications

2020 - Features artist in Al-Tiba9 Contemporary Art Magazine, ORIGINAL 05

Educations

2020 - MEng in Mechanical Engineering, Warwick University

FAQ

  • No, currently I do not take personalised commissioned work. My artwork is a chance to explore my own experiences and lived moments. I do work with organisations to curate small collections on specific themes based around my experience.

  • Shipping is dependent on when the painting was completed and how much drying time each piece needs. I will message you personally to discuss shipping timelines.

  • Yes, currently we are shipping across the UK and Europe. We will shortly be opening up to North America and Australia

  • Once your order ships, you'll receive a tracking number via email. You can use this to track your package.

  • Orders can be cancelled within 24 hours of placement. Please urgently contact us if you wish to cancel your order.