Bio

Laura Liz Ruprecht is a stained glass mosaic artist from St. Cloud, MN. She obtained her Bachelor's degree in Art from the College of St. Benedict's in St. Joseph, MN, where she honed her skills and nurtured her creative spirit.

It was during her time as an assisting artist in two mosaic public art pieces in downtown St. Cloud that Laura's fascination with mosaics truly blossomed. Captivated by the intricate beauty and storytelling potential of this ancient art form, she knew she had discovered her calling.

In 2013, Laura became a Rostered Teaching Artist through the Central Minnesota Arts Board. For the following ten years, she made a significant impact by hosting artist residencies in various local schools and community organizations, including Anna Marie's Alliance, Hillside Adult Basic Education, and the Boys and Girls Clubs of Central Minnesota. These experiences allowed her to inspire and ignite creativity in countless individuals within her community.

In July 2020, Laura turned her lifelong dream into reality by becoming a full-time artist and establishing her mosaic business. From the comfort of her personal studio, located at her very own home, she meticulously creates stained glass mosaics. Drawing inspiration from the natural world, Laura finds beauty in the grace of birds and the majesty of animals.

Despite her artistic success, Laura remains grounded and committed to giving back to her community. She continues to share her boundless passion for mosaics by teaching others and collaborating on public art projects. Through her creative journey, Laura Liz Ruprecht has not only brought joy and beauty to the world but has also inspired others to explore the limitless possibilities of art and self-expression.

Artist Statement

I create mosaics using hand-cut pieces of stained glass. Each fragment is carefully arranged, piece by piece, to form a representational image. The aesthetic of mosaics, to me, reflects the cycle of life itself. We all bear the marks of our individual journeys, fragmented and broken, as we strive to reassemble the scattered pieces and make sense of our existence. Glass, with its rigidity and fragility, serves as a powerful metaphor in this process.

The paradox of glass lies in its exquisite beauty and its potential to inflict harm, capable of cutting through skin with its sharp edges. I approach mosaics as personal puzzles, crafted for my own contemplation. When developing my patterns, I am naturally drawn to creatures that exhibit inherent mosaic-like qualities, such as the intricate feathers of birds, the delicate cells on butterfly wings, the mesmerizing scales of fish, and the intricate veins on leaves. Through these patterns, I strive to convey the infinite vibrations of life's messages that I encounter.

Symbolism, rooted in nature, forms the language through which I narrate my autobiographical story of these experiences. Each piece I create involves a constant decision-making process, as I navigate the unique qualities and limitations of glass. Nothing is certain in this exploration, but it is within these uncertainties that I find joy in the ever-evolving discovery of crafting each distinctive artwork.

Through my mosaics, I aim to inspire viewers to contemplate their own fragmented narratives and appreciate the beauty that arises from the process of piecing together life's intricate puzzle. I invite you to embark on this artistic journey with me, as we delve into the complexities of existence and find solace in the fragile yet resilient nature of the mosaic art form.