Artist Statement
This series is an exploration of my favorite resident of Wonderland, the Cheshire Cat, as well as an experiment in adding personality to my work through expressions and posing.
Each piece is carefully sculpted with polymer clay over a custom armature, and finally hand painted. A special mention to my studio helpers, my own cats, who lovingly assisted throughout the process by serving as life models, and repeatedly knocking over my art supplies.
Biography
Laara Beaton is a neurodivergent artist, who works in a variety of mediums, with a focus on sculpture. Originally from Kingston, Ontario, Laara now lives in Coquitlam. She loves animals, art, gardening, sci-fi and fantasy, and witchcraft. She dreams of learning to make all the things, moving to the country, adopting all the animals, and becoming a cryptid who inspires local legends and scares tourists. She shares her home with her two cats, dog, and her beloved husband who understands her sense of humour.
Artwork Sales
Artwork cannot be reserved; sales are on a first-come, first-served basis.
Sales are open in-person and by phone during operating hours. Sales end at 9:00pm on Thursday, December 18, 2025.
How to Purchase by Phone
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- Make note of the artist name, artwork number and title.
- Call our Registration Desk at 604-664-1636 ext. 0 to complete your purchase. Please have your credit card ready.
- A copy of your receipt will be emailed to you. Please bring it with you to pick up your artwork. Sold artwork can be picked up during operating hours until 9:00pm on Thursday, December 18, 2025.
