Artist Laura Loving was born in Charlotte, N.C. in 1970 and grew up in the Atlanta area. She earned a Bachelor of Fine Arts from the University of Georgia.

Painting with oil enamel on canvas, Laura has a distinctive style consisting of bold lines, dramatic surface patterns and pure color that result in vibrant paintings with strong poetic energy.

Laura describes her work: "I consider my art to be an invention of reality rather than purely an exact imitation. I exaggerate color and shape to create art that is humorous, alive and uplifting. The evolution of my style has its roots in American Folk and Pop Art. Having lived and worked in Nice for two years, the rich artistic heritage of the French Riviera has also had a strong effect on my work."

"I want my art to create a positive bond with the viewer. Without question, making a connection with someone through my work is the best part of being an artist."

Laura has exhibited in solo and group shows throughout the United States and abroad. In New York, she has shown at Lincoln Center's Cork Gallery, Pratt Institute, LALIQUE, J.M. Weston, New York Mercantile Exchange and Trunkt Gallery. Laura received commissions to create the artwork for the Fall Cabaret Convention of Jazz at Lincoln Center and two murals for Tony Dapolito Recreation Center in Greenwich Village.

In Atlanta, Laura was commissioned to create the official serigraph for the Music Midtown festival and Saks Fifth Avenue featured her work in their Spotlight on Art for emerging Southern artists.

In Europe, Laura has shown with the Wonderwall Gallery in Cirencester, England, and Chaleurs du Sud in Nice, France.

Laura's work hangs in homes and businesses around the world, including Arnold Palmer Hospital for Children, King and Spalding, Troutman Sanders, International Trademark Association, D/A Capital and Ash Hollow Winery.

Laura currently resides in New York City with her husband Peter. She finds the energy of the city makes it a dynamic and exciting place to live and work.