Laura Stokes is a contemporary artist whose practice centers on abstraction as a way of engaging with structure, movement, and the social questions of her time. Originally trained as an architectural engineer, she has a sustained interest in composition, spatial relationships, and the balance between control and intuition.

Laura’s artistic formation includes college-level study in visual art and art history, as well as private study with established artists, including John Smith, Juan Rodriguez, and Jim Abuan. After developing a strong foundation in figurative and representational work, she shifted her focus toward neo-abstraction, where her current body of work resides.

Her work is informed by both contemporary and historical influences, often drawing inspiration from artists such as Julie Mehretu, Kerry James Marshall, Yayoi Kusama, and Ai Weiwei, as well as 20th-century figures including Frank Stella and Helen Frankenthaler. She remains actively engaged with current art discourse through ongoing study of exhibitions and publications, engagement with other artists, and participation in art fairs.

Since 2012, Laura has exhibited her work throughout the Pacific Northwest, Alaska, and California, including group and solo exhibitions in galleries and public venues. In parallel with her studio practice, she conceives and manages exhibitions, installations, and collaborative projects addressing social issues including immigration and community identity.

Laura founded the gallery as an extension of her own practice, with the goal of creating meaningful connections between contemporary artists and collectors, and supporting artists whose work reflects integrity, skill, and thoughtful engagement with their medium.