Hello from Duluth, MN! I’m originally from Ann Arbor, MI, and over the years, I’ve explored a mix of places and art forms. I got my BFA in printmaking and art history at Eastern Michigan University, then went on to Columbia College in Chicago for my MFA in photography.

I work in several different mediums—drawing, painting, printmaking, photography, video, and animation. My surroundings have always been a big source of inspiration for me. When I lived in cities like New York and Chicago, I focused a lot on urban landscapes, capturing everyday moments in transit—train stations, bus stops, busy streets. Now that I’m back in the Midwest, I’m drawn to nature, especially the way light, color, and space interact in these wide-open landscapes and big skies.

Alongside my art, I’ve been a designer for the past 15 years, working in graphic design, illustration, art direction, and UX/UI. Over the years, I’ve developed a strong set of digital skills and work with tools like Figma, Sketch, Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign, After Effects, Final Cut Pro, Procreate, Procreate Dreams, CSS, HTML, and MidJourney.

Whether you're interested in commissioning artwork, exploring freelance design opportunities, or simply want to connect, please feel free to reach out to me at lauramanney@gmail.com. Thank you for taking the time to visit my site—I look forward to hearing from you!