Podcast Episodes

Episode 35: Laura Sprague

by Rachel Caldwell

My guest for episode 35 is Professional Visual Artist and Professor, Laura Sprague! Laura is a Wife, Mother, Nana and Jesus Follower based in Houston, TX. She is a multidisciplinary Visual Artist (primarily a sculptor) who works in clay, glass and metal. 

I loved learning about Laura’s process as an artist and her experiences both as a teacher and a professional artist. She received a Bachelor of Science Degree in Art Education from the University of Wisconsin with a minor in Jewelry-Metalsmithing. 

Laura shares from her over 20 years of teaching experience ranging from elementary art to her current work teaching Ceramic classes at the college level. In May 2016, Laura completed a Master of Fine Arts degree at Houston Baptist University in Sculpture. We chat about that season in her life and the internal shift that took place from viewing herself an art teacher to then viewing herself as a professional artist. 

Laura’s heart for serving people is evident throughout our conversation. I enjoyed talking with her about the power of art to bring healing, whether in our own lives or in the lives of others.

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About Laura:

Professor Laura Sprague is a Wife, Mother, Nana and Jesus Follower in Houston, TX. She is a multidisciplinary Visual Artist (primarily a sculptor) who works in clay, glass and metal. She received a Bachelor of Science Degree in Art Education from the University of Wisconsin with a minor in Jewelry-Metalsmithing. She has over 20 years teaching experience and in May 2016, completed a Master of Fine Arts degree at Houston Baptist University in Sculpture, and has been exhibited internationally and within Texas. She currently teaches Ceramic classes at Lone Star College.

Watch Laura as she works with hot glass in her flameworking process!

Laura’s Artwork Discussed on the Show:

  • This piece “Rejection and Rescue" was inspired by a movie in which the female heroine (represented by the flower) was rescued via a staircase, overcoming rejection and moving toward hope.
    This piece “Rejection and Rescue” was inspired by a movie in which the female heroine (represented by the flower) was rescued via a staircase, overcoming rejection and moving toward hope.
  • Laura Sprague's installation piece in Thailand. Photo used with permission from the family.
    Laura Sprague’s installation piece in Thailand. Photo used with permission from the family.
  • “Clavicle I and II” by Laura Sprague. These are 10” x 10” open boxes containing female ceramic torsos.
  • Laura Sprague’s mom’s Art Therapy ink drawing.
  • Laura Sprague’s companion Metal Sculpture “My Mother Lives in Me” exhibited at the Jung Center.

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Connect with Laura:

www.laurasprague.com

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