Born in Deep River Ontario, Laura’s first real introduction to both art and business began with chocolate many years ago. Working with chocolate as a medium she found she could not only create good tasting work but little pieces of art. Using many colours of chocolate, Laura painted intricate pictures on the tops of her specialty filled chocolates. This eye for detail and steady, patient hands led to a job offer from Atomic Energy of Canada Ltd. building tiny electronics under a microscope. Although interesting, Laura did not find this position creative enough.

Laura joined the Valley Artisan’s Co-op in 1999 where she returned to her artistic roots. Working now with paints and dyes, she can capture the two things she loves most in art, vibrant colours and nature. On hot, sunny days Laura can be found outside in her extensive gardens, capturing the beauty of botanicals in sun dying.

Laura’s art is driven by her determination to learn new things and her inner need to be challenged. She shares her life and love of art with two teenaged boys.