Laura Roosevelt
Laura Roosevelt is a contemporary American artist whose work spans multiple media, exploring intersections of art history, cultural identity, personal narrative, literature, philosophy, spirituality, and history.
Her practice encompasses large-scale painting, steel sculpture, photography, drawing, and, most recently, installation. Working across disciplines, Roosevelt integrates diverse materials rich with symbolism and personal meaning. Her process is intuitive and contemplative - ideas, stories, and internal dialogues guide the emergence of form, color, structure, and texture. As these elements coalesce, the work becomes energetically charged; it is in this moment of resonance that a piece is considered complete.
Roosevelt received degrees in Art History and Studio Art from Denison University and earned her MA from New York University. Following her graduate studies, she worked at Sotheby’s in the Print and Latin American Painting departments. She is a member of Ken Burns’ Board of Directors, The Better Angels Society. Recently, Roosevelt relocated her studio practice from the East Coast to her hometown of Dallas, Texas. She is the great-granddaughter of Franklin and Eleanor Roosevelt. Her work is held in private collections throughout the United States, London, St. Barth’s, and the Bahamas.