Artist Statement
To me, there is nothing quite like the prairies. I grew up there on a sprawling wheat farm, and as a teenager couldn’t wait to leave home and move to the city. But as the years have passed, I’ve come to appreciate the simplicity of prairie life, and the beauty of the wide-open spaces and never-ending skyline. A sad, yet compelling aspect of the prairies are the hundreds of abandoned vehicles, farms, and even towns found there. Often dating back over 100 years, they are a testament to the people who braved the unknown to settle and tame that prairie wilderness. In these paintings, I have tried to capture some of these treasures. My sincere thanks to the Facebook page Chasing Yesterday for permission to use their photos.
Biography
Painting in watercolour has been Laura’s hobby of choice for more than 25 years. While not formally trained, she has participated in many classes and workshops over the years. She serves on the Executive of the Garibaldi Art Club and enjoys participating in the Place des Arts alumni group, Mixed Palette.
Laura paints what she loves – her inspirations come from nature and from her family. Her portfolio ranges from landscapes, animals, and birds to children’s portraits.
Born and raised on the Saskatchewan prairies, Laura now resides in Pitt Meadows, BC.