Laura Elmore
, 2026
Cotton thread 10x10x10
I wanted to see if I could create a spherical structure that would stand on its own . It worked, but it's structure is very tenuous, much like the many notions we hold so dear.
Laura Elmore
Heatwave, 2026
Machine lace,cotton, silk applique 8"x10
After a long unproductive period, brought on by feelings of hopelessness about "current affairs", I decided to commit to making three images for SDAs art exchange. I had recently heard that making an effort to be happy in the face of "current events" was the greatest act of resistance one could make. I realized my position of privilege afforded many opportunities to experience happiness and to express it.
Laura Elmore
, 2023
Paint, cotton embroidery floss, beadsMy 3"x5"
This is my response to the traditional reclining female figure in art. The male subject is oblivious to the female gaze, and quite engrossed in his basketball games.
Laura Elmore
, 2022
Seed Beads 4"x6" (unframed)
Another in a series of meditations on nature at our Washington State Parks
Laura Elmore
, 2023
Recycled Clothes, Paper, Burnout machine embroidery 6"x8"
Laura Elmore
Whidby Island Sunset, 2022
Seed seeds 3"x5"
Another in a series of meditations on nature. Though it is quite small, I wanted to convey a sense of monumentality with the intensive beadwork
Laura Elmore
Moon and Jupiter Rising, Fort Worden State Park, 2022
Hand dyed cotton fabric, Machine Embroidery 5.5"x13"
Another in a series of meditations on nature at our Washington State Parks
Laura Elmore
Madrone, 2022
Lutridur,paint,hand dyed fabric, Machine Stitch 10"x12"
The Ancient Madrone tree at Fort Warden State Park is quite majestic, magical even. This was a study of aspects of the tree that I found compelling.
Laura Elmore
Pondering The Mysteries, 2023
cotton thread, acrylic paint 13" x10"
