About Me
Laura C.R is a contemporary portrait artist specializing in charcoal and mixed media works that explore the depth and complexity of feminine identity. Based in the Pacific Northwest, her intimate portraits capture moments of quiet contemplation and inner strength.
With over a decade of experience in traditional drawing techniques, Laura's work is characterized by its delicate balance of light and shadow, creating portraits that speak to the viewer's emotions and invite deeper reflection on the human experience.
Her artistic journey began with classical training in figure drawing and portraiture, later evolving to focus on the subtle expressions and gestures that reveal character and emotion. Each piece is created with meticulous attention to detail, using traditional charcoal techniques passed down through generations of artists.
Laura's work has been featured in galleries throughout the Pacific Northwest and is held in private collections across the United States. She continues to explore new ways to capture the essence of her subjects while maintaining the timeless quality that defines her artistic vision.
Education & Training
Master of Fine Arts
University of Washington, Seattle
Concentration in Drawing and Painting
Bachelor of Fine Arts
Pacific Northwest College of Art, Portland
Summa Cum Laude
Classical Drawing Intensive
Florence Academy of Art, Italy
Traditional techniques and methods
Selected Exhibitions
2024 - "Whispered Portraits"
Gallery Moderne, Seattle (Solo Exhibition)
2023 - "Contemporary Realism"
Pacific Art Center, Portland (Group Show)
2023 - "Emerging Artists"
Northwest Museum of Art, Tacoma
2022 - "Drawing Today"
Meridian Gallery, San Francisco
Artist Statement
"My work seeks to capture the quiet moments of human experience—those fleeting expressions and gestures that reveal the depth of our inner lives. Through charcoal and mixed media, I explore the interplay between light and shadow, both literally and metaphorically."
"Each portrait is an invitation to pause and reflect, to see beyond the surface and connect with the universal emotions that bind us together. In a world that moves increasingly fast, I believe there is profound beauty in stillness and contemplation."
"Art has the power to make us feel less alone in our humanity, and that is what I strive to achieve with every piece I create."