Laurel Barbieri

Laurel grew up in the Olympic National Rain Forest, remotely located in the Northwest corner of the State Washington. Born the eighth child of 13, her humble family relied primarily on the land, hunting for venison, bear, and greens.

Laurel spent most of her childhood exploring the woods surrounding the families home. Her early recollections are of a natural environment serving as her private sanctuary and playground.

Laurel`s combined passion for the outdoors, texture, and color deliver a bold and distinctive style. Often described as a "spiritual connection between nature, art."

Laurel in her studio with her art before framing.

N.E. Oregon: Laurel continues the family tradition of harvesting natual foods and providing this quality meat to her growing family. She harvested this 6 x 7 elk in November 2008. Laurel has two freezers at her home where she shares her harvests with 4 families in need of what she calls "clean meat".