Laura Moser's Ethereal Abstractions Channel Appalachian Nature and Quiet Strength
Laura Moser, a painter hailing from Western North Carolina, creates ethereal abstract pieces that emerge from chaos and evolve into purposeful expressions, reflecting the balance of strength and gentleness. Drawing inspiration from nature, her work encompasses themes such as resilience, wisdom, and the power of thoughts. The Mantra Series showcases phrases that embody hope, while the Powerful Women Series pays tribute to subtle contributions through elegant dress forms. Moser's muted color palette features raw umber and soft neutrals, punctuated by surprising hues. Notable pieces include "The Essential Truth of Trees," "Random Thoughts," and "September Wildflowers." Moser encourages viewers to appreciate beauty within complexity, with her portfolio accessible online and on Instagram. This feature was published on Artsy Shark.
Key facts
- Laura Moser is an abstract painter living in the Appalachian Mountains of Western North Carolina
- Her paintings begin with an intuitive release of paint, marks, layers, and movement before becoming quieter and more intentional
- Nature imagery in her work includes trees, wildflowers, birds, shifting light, and the changing landscape, used as metaphor rather than literal representation
- The Mantra Series repeats written phrases until they nearly disappear into the painting surface
- The Powerful Women Series uses delicate dress forms to honor women whose contributions Moser considers understated
- Her palette is anchored by raw umber, Payne's gray, and soft neutrals with interruptions of unexpected color and light
- Featured works include "The Essential Truth of Trees," "Random Thoughts," "September Wildflowers," "Hummingbird," "Mantra," "Heartfelt," "Domain," "Rose-Colored Glasses," and "Winter Trees"
- The feature was published on Artsy Shark, which offers a twice-monthly email with artist features and calls for artists
Entities
Artists
- Laura Moser
Institutions
- Artsy Shark
Locations
- Appalachian Mountains
- Western North Carolina
- North Carolina
- United States