ABOUT

I am an Australian visual artist (b. 1992, Melbourne) currently based in Jyväskylä, Finland. I specialise in landscape watercolour painting that reflects my lived experiences of the natural world. From the Australian bush to the Finnish forest, my methodology includes fieldwork and close observation in the local environment to develop a deep connection to place. My quiet, secluded landscapes reveal the interwoven complexities of nature and the immersive experience of traversing the land. Through intricate details and light-filled layers, my paintings invite you to step into the painted world.

In 2024, I relocated from the Mornington Peninsula in Australia to central Finland, where my studio is now situated among forests and lakes. Both of my homes have significantly shaped my work, alongside field trips and artist residencies across Australia, Finland, and Iceland.

My artwork has been exhibited internationally across Australia and Finland. Key highlights include a major solo exhibition commissioned by the Mornington Peninsula Regional Gallery, and selections for prize exhibitions including the Paddington Art Prize, Lloyd Rees Memorial Prize, M16 Drawing Prize, and SBS Landscape Prize. My work is held in public collections at the Southern Midlands Council and the Mornington Peninsula Regional Gallery, as well as private collections worldwide. I also teach workshops and undertake various projects, commissions, and collaborations. I am a member of the Finnish Painters' Union and the Jyväskylä Artists' Association.

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“…using watercolours to achieve depth and nuanced light, Lauren’s works are a testament to her finely honed observational skills and technical mastery. The impact of Lauren’s art is tangible, deeply resonating with observers and providing a lush window into the landscape. ” - Sarah Bell, curator of ‘In Land’ group show, 2023.