ABOUT
Bronx-based self-taught artist Lauren Camara creates pieces exclusively from paper. Drawing on her background in graphic design, she brings a unique perspective to her art, transforming everyday moments and people into intricate, thought-provoking compositions. Her work is created from meticulously cut paper, layered together to form graphic and colorful portraits. Each piece of paper is rich in symbolism and personal significance.
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Through her innovative use of paper and keen eye for detail, Lauren captures the essence of the people she meets in her vibrant and deeply personal works of art. She draws inspiration from their unique stories, using paper as a powerful storytelling tool. Fascinated by the medium’s textures, bold colors, and intricate patterns, she first discovered her passion for paper art while repurposing swatches from printing companies used in her design work.
Lauren is one of eight New York City artists selected by the NYC Department of Cultural Affairs for City Canvas, a program that transforms construction fences into platforms for local artists across the five boroughs. Her work is currently part of The Fine Art Program and Collection at Montefiore Einstein in the Bronx, and select pieces will soon be displayed in the new terminal at JFK Airport. In March 2025, her artwork was featured on a signature cocktail in celebration of Women’s History Month in the Capital One Lounges at Dallas Fort Worth, Washington Dulles, and Denver airports.
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In the fall of 2024, Lauren debuted her NYC solo show, Stories in Paper, presented by Art on the Ave NYC. She has also exhibited at Warburton Galerie and KRVC (Kingsbridge-Riverdale-Van Cortlandt Development Corporation), and her pieces are permanently displayed in residential buildings throughout the Bronx. She is a member of The Paper Artist Collective, a global community of paper artists, and has been recognized by The Paper Source, a purveyor of handcrafted paper from around the world, as a featured artist for her innovative use of paper. Lauren is also a featured artist in BX200, the premier directory for visual artists living and working in the Bronx.
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Lauren’s work aims to highlight the beauty in simple moments and the complex stories they tell. Her art is not just about aesthetics—it’s about the people and communities that inspire her.
