Laura Fauvel: Biography Becomes Atmosphere in Abstract Paintings on Synthetic Paper
Laura Fauvel, an abstract artist residing in the Austrian Alps, draws inspiration from her diverse upbringing in France, England, and Papua New Guinea. Utilizing synthetic papers like Yupo and Monotex, she allows acrylics to express themes of weather and emotion in her vibrant artwork. A graduate of Ravensbourne in fashion print design, Fauvel has received several honors, including a first-place award from the Society of Dyers and Colourists. Following her son’s battle with illness, she shifted her focus to painting. Recently, she completed a series of fifteen pieces reflecting alpine life and encourages new artists to pursue their passions.
Key facts
- Laura Fauvel was born on the island of Papua New Guinea.
- She was raised between France and England.
- She now lives in the Austrian Alps.
- Fauvel studied fashion print design at Ravensbourne.
- She won a first prize from the Society of Dyers and Colourists.
- She interned at Alexander McQueen.
- She turned to painting after her son's prolonged illness.
- She uses synthetic papers Yupo and Monotex for their non-porous surfaces.
- She released a series of fifteen works on Yupo paper inspired by mountain life.
- Her paintings often feature blues, pinks, ambers, greens, violets, and reds.
Entities
Artists
- Laura Fauvel
Institutions
- Central Saint Martins
- Ravensbourne
- Society of Dyers and Colourists
- Alexander McQueen
- AATONAU
Locations
- Papua New Guinea
- France
- England
- London
- Paris
- Austrian Alps
Sources
- AATONAU —