{"id":9000,"date":"2020-07-06T10:30:00","date_gmt":"2020-07-06T14:30:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/artthescience.com\/magazine\/?p=9000"},"modified":"2020-07-06T10:19:55","modified_gmt":"2020-07-06T14:19:55","slug":"creators-laura-bundesen","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/artthescience.com\/magazine\/2020\/07\/06\/creators-laura-bundesen\/","title":{"rendered":"CREATORS \u2013 Laura Bundesen"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

Name:<\/strong> Laura Bundesen<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Which\ncame first in your life, the science or the art?<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

My art came first. In high school in the 1970\u2019s, I could be found embroidering on all my friends’ jean jackets. I\u2019ve also been blessed with a seven year stint as the executive director of the small but thriving Art School at Old Church<\/a> in Demarest, NJ where I took over 20 studio art classes exploring different media from ceramics to glass and paint to mixed media. An accidental career move into sponsored research in 2007 became my gateway to the sciences. As a sponsored research administrator, I have assisted mathematicians, computer scientists, chemists, biologists, neuroscientists, and many more find funding for their research. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

\"Colorful
Rising Phoenix<\/em> (2019) by Laura Bundesen, 11″ x 14″, mixed media <\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n
\"Neurons
Under the Microscope<\/em> (2018) by Laura Bundesen, 30″ x 30″, thread, mirrors, paint<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n
\"Brain
There’s a Riot Going on<\/em> (2020) by Laura Bundesen, 11″ x 14″, thread and paint <\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Which sciences relate to your art practice?<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Neuroscience relates most closely with my current interests, which stem from a deep fascination with what makes our brains tick. I have close ties with friends and family who have dealt with mental illness, Alzheimer\u2019s, epilepsy, brain tumors, and other brain disorders. These loved ones were the initial impetus to learn more about neuroscience. Discovering how prevalent brain disorders are has kept me engaged. I\u2019ve also been encouraged by neuroscientists in my current position as sponsored research officer at Mount Holyoke College<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

“Neuroscience relates most closely with my current interests, which stem from a deep fascination with what makes our brains tick.”<\/p>Laura Bundesen<\/cite><\/blockquote>\n\n\n\n

What materials do you use to create your artworks?<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

I\u2019m predominantly a mixed media fiber artist\u2014still embroidering on every single piece and often incorporating other materials as well, including fabric, lace, beads, buttons, and paint.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\"Colorful
On The Horizon\u2014ode to neuroscience research<\/em> (2018) by Laura Bundesen, 24″ x 36″, mixed media<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n
\"Cell
Cell Reflections 2<\/em> (2018) by Laura Bundesen, 16″ x 20″, thread, mirrors, paint<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n
\"Brain
Flow<\/em> (2019) by Laura Bundesen, 8″ x 10″, thread and paint<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Artwork\/Exhibition you are most proud of: <\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

In 2017, I was one of 100 artists participating in the Brain Project<\/a> in Toronto, Canada, a public exhibition meant to provide education and fundraising for Alzheimer\u2019s care and research. My submission, dedicated to the memory of my stepmother who passed away from Alzheimer\u2019s, was a one-of-a-kind, large sculptural piece and the most complex piece I have ever completed. It\u2019s been displayed publicly in Toronto off and on over the last three years. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

\"Three
Not Forgotten<\/em> (2017) by Laura Bundesen, Brain Project Brain 2017<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n
\"Laura
Not Forgotten<\/em> (2017) by Laura Bundesen, Brain Project Brain 2017 <\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Which scientists and\/or artists inspire and\/or have influenced you? <\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

I\u2019m incredibly inspired by a handful of scientist-artists who work in both spheres and who have been very generous is sharing information. They include Greg Dunn<\/a>, Christine Liu<\/a>, and Tahani Baakdhah<\/a> to name just a few. Their generosity is just amazing, and their art is inspiring. I also want to shout out to my partner Izzy Gesell<\/a>, who coaches people with improv and humor tools, as the person who first suggested I try making a brain piece and who has continued to encourage me in the journey. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Is there anything else you want to tell us?<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

I try to make an impact through my art by bringing as much of it to as many people as possible. I hope you\u2019ll visit me online<\/a> to learn more.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\"Colorful
Twin 4<\/em> (2019) by Laura Bundesen, 8″ x 10″, thread and paint<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n
\"Colorful
White Matter<\/em> (2018) by Laura Bundesen, 12″ x 12″, thread and paint<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

For more by Laura Bundesen, visit her website<\/a>, Instagram<\/a>, or Twitter<\/a>.<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n

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