For community groups, art schools and schools K – 12, I offer exciting options by serving as an Artist in Residence and guest speaker in the classroom and throughout your school community. Since 1994, I have lived and worked in the Philadelphia area as an artist and educator specializing in teaching the craft of Batik, while also teaching about the culture of Indonesia. Prior to living in the Philadelphia area, I lived in Indonesia for six years working as an artist, and I continue to return to Bali and Java every year with my family for extended visits. By maintaining my connections to this exotic culture and bringing it back into my studio, shows and teaching, I offer a unique slice of another world for your students and your school. Contact me and we will dream up an amazing program specific to your school's or group's needs and desires! Testimonials

...Laura infused her love and knowledge of Indonesian culture as she guided the participants to create work that was original and collaborative...

Jodi

Laura's enthusiasm for the batik art form and love of the Indonesian culture was contagious for all the children involved in the project...

Anne

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