Laura Whalen

Raised in Sarasota, FL Currently Resides in Fort Lauderdale, FL

Laura Whalen has been painting since she was 12-years-old. She pursued her passion working at a local painting studio washing brushes in exchange for free art lessons. Just a year later, at age 13 she was recognized by Let's Create Art and started working as an instructor at the studio. For the next 5 years, she would ride her bike to the studio after school, working along side known artists Clark Prosperi, Victoria Gomez Mayol, Natalia Zezyanova, and others.

She continued to share her love for painting throughout college working as a painting party instructor. She is a firm believer that everyone has the spirit of creativity waiting to be awoken inside them. It just takes a little bravery and a lot of great music to pick up a brush and express yourself. "The greatest joy is seeing a new artist light up when they accomplish a painting they never dreamed they could."

After graduating with her Bachelor's in Digital Media & Design from FGCU, Laura moved to Fort Lauderdale and was discovered by Bellagio International Gallery. With the support and encouragement of this renown gallery, Laura has become a featured artist with her vivid and colorful style. If you're fortunate enough, you may run into this new talent painting live at the gallery.