"Blessed are they who see beautiful things in humble places... where other people see nothing" - Camille Pissaro

If Walls Could Talk

Lauren’s journey through the lens is focused on the random, changeable interface between nature and man that allows a painterly control of a time-altered reality. Showcasing the endless designs created with time, this series studies neglect’s artful hand as buildings become obsolete. Graffiti and the ensuing paint-overs contribute to an archaeology of art, while water creates curious stains that add cathedral-like qualities to dilapidated surfaces. Wallpaper and fabric exhibit layers of unknown personal history, bringing to light a time capsule of lives forgotten. Abandoned bunkers and decaying buildings in ghost towns are a rich source to pursue and venturing out to observe the changes from year to year has taken on a documentary form for Hunter. So often, returning to find those places gone, the artist takes pride that her photographs are their artful legacy.

Surf and Turf

Living in an environment embracing the sea, it's an easy transition for Hunter to focus on that natural element. The Water Dance collection is all about the effects of water, waves, wind and reflection creating random figures and eerily familiar compositions, and the captivating patterns that tides and estuaries create in the sand inspired the Etchings in Time collection, another series illustrating the intricate beauty of these natural works of art.

Bontecou

Aleatoric apparitions hidden within the geometry and color on the rocky cliffs of the Oregon Coastline inspired photographs that are reminiscent of Lee Bontecou's bold, angular abstract constructions, with an added dose of pareidolia to hold the viewer’s attention.

With an open mind and an endless variety of intriguing subjects, Hunter takes Nature by the hand and explores the element of chance with stunning results.


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