As Evening Sets In, 36" x 36"

As Evening Sets In, 36" x 36"Mixed Media on Canvas. 36 x 36 x 1. 5 inches. "I paint natural elements against geometric abstraction to represent the complexity and beauty of the human experience. Working in layers with myriad of materials, I build up visual and physical texture before creating a narrative with painted paper cranes alluding to the fragility of life and the importance of community ties. My paintings are built out of observations and feelings that I had from being a

a strong sense of pride

reminding us of the deep connection that unites us to them

we need to have hope for a better future to come

and fills me with happiness

Laugh Often’s collage background is a combination of newsprint comics

set against a dramatic black background to amplify the vibrancy of the colors

Arizona + Las Vegas

but always temporary in nature

in the heat of summer

Anastasia says that she wants her works to channel only positive energy and beautify the world around her

“Last summer we spent a week exploring Cheticamp and the area around that part of Cape Breton

9” x 12” (edition of 25)