Size: 9" W x 15" H

Artist biography

Laurie Zuckerman is a textile artist based in Chapel Hill, NC. She works with repurposed and
found materials using various techniques, including hand stitching, embroidery, collage,
block printing and beading. Her practice explores a range of subjects from
contemplative animals and meditating spirit creatures to mandalas bursting into bloom.

Artist statement

Through my work, I invite viewers into a world where the boundaries of perception dissolve,
and discarded materials find new purpose, beauty, and life.
My process begins with a treasure hunt. Whether I’m combing through bins of fabric at the
Scrap Exchange, receiving broken jewelry from a friend, or discovering a feather on a forest
trail, I enjoy considering the histories of my materials and imagining their potential.
I then use intentionally slow techniques such hand stitching and embroidery, a contrast with
our fast-paced, mass-produced modern life. I often reflect on how our culture encourages us to
seek more, buy more, and move quickly from one thing to the next—practices that often lead
to disappointment and a deepening sense of loss. I hope my work invites viewers to slow down
and spark conversations about what we truly value and why.