
Laura Scheringa
Born: 1986
Hometown: Amsterdam
Based in: Amsterdam, The Netherlands
Born: 1986
Hometown: Amsterdam
Based in: Amsterdam, The Netherlands
Graduated in 2008 from the Art Academy in Maastricht and in 2011 from the Gerrit Rietveld Academy, department Fine Arts. Since then I've been inspired by landscapes: I create various series of landscapes, each exploring different themes and structures. My rock formations are inspired by the layered patterns and shifting lines found in desert and coastal landscapes, shaped by sedimentation, gravity, and changing perspectives. These works capture the natural forces that carve and shape the land over time.
In contrast, my Pasty’s or Bulky’s are highly three-dimensional, consisting of abstract shapes that are stacked or placed side by side. They explore the interplay of form, texture, and color—a continuous search for stone-like structures and surfaces, where the organic meets the bold intensity of vibrant, sometimes neon colors.
I also create custom pieces, always working on natural linen and ensuring that every artwork is framed or presented in a way that makes it ready to be displayed.
From OODE gallery: Laura Scheringa // Her work is about landscapes. Rock Formations are like a representation of time: layers of history that become visable. A timelapse of earth. In her latest collection Pasty Purple the texturs and colours are more close up. Typical in this collection is the use of neon as a background.
What inspires you?
Desert and coastal landscapes. Old geographybooks, history and google streetview.
Describe your creative process.
The proces is an organic one, the material guides me, as does the follow up of lines on the linen. I literally build with my paint and construct. layer upon layer.
What are 3 words that best describe your work?
Tactile, transparancy vs thickness and bright colours.
Who are some artists that have influenced your work?
Within art I love Rothko, as much as Van Gogh, Friedrich and Katsushika Hokusai. And many more.
What is the most important tool when creating your work?
my (palette)knife.
What is the best piece of advice you have been given?
Stay close to yourself.
Where do you go for inspiration?
Traveling, around the world preferably. Visiting musea, the land and it's people that shape it.
Education
Gerrit Rietveld Academy
Netherlands, 2011
Academie Beeldende Kunsten Maastricht
Netherlands, 2008