The Accidental Artist - Laura Brunetti:

Laura Brunetti fell upon watercolor quite unintentionally. While on vacation, she decided to take a hiking and watercolor painting class...as a result, art turned into a passion!

As a graduate of Monmouth University in Marketing and a graduate of The Western School of Feng Shui, Laura had never formally studied art, although she has worked with several mentors who have encouraged her to instinctively trust her talent. Artist Marjorie Fister of the Art Alliance in Red Bank was one of Brunetti's mentors who encouraged her to be "free" with her painting. Her creative approach to the philanthropy of art has empowered and inspired hundreds of community members in workshops, seminars and studio workshops for community at risk youth programs and health care facilities.

Laura Brunetti, founder and owner of L'Estrella Studio in Colts Neck, New Jersey, has turned her artistic endeavors into the Art of Giving. She is known as a world-class healing artist by helping charities raise funds through her original artwork. By gentle persuasion, private clients purchase Laura's original artwork and write their checks directly to their chosen non-profit organizations. Ms. Brunetti also hosts charitable events and donates her artwork to their art auctions.

Laura has reached out to the community and is donating her studio for art and poetry lessons for at-risk youth. "There is nothing more rewarding in the educational process than to be able to touch and to literally absorb your own work of Art. The collections I create are for posterity", Brunetti cheers. "As an artist, I also express myself through watercolor, gouache and collage."

"My signature collection is the "Art from the Heart" Angel anthology. Each painting is customized for loved ones coping with challenges in their lives. Whether it is overcoming a disease, an addiction or a loss, I will research their personalities and create an angel just for them."

Laura creates vibrant and energetic paintings which reflect her vivid personality. Ms. Brunetti welcomes visitors to her private gallery, hosts charity art shows and Feng Shui consultations at her very own art enclave, L'Estrella Studio in Colts Neck, NJ. Part of her repertoire also includes poetry and journaling classes. Laura is a published poet, enjoys traveling, volunteering
and spending time with family and friends.

Laura Brunetti is involved with many organizations such as The Mercy Center LLC of Asbury Park, Collier Services and her Alma Mater, Monmouth University. She has also been active over the years with the children ofThe Marian Center in Opa Locka, Florida.

Other affiliations include:

* Recently appointed as a SICA Advisory Board Member
* Member of the Art Alliance, Red Bank, NJ
* Member of the Art Society of Monmouth County
* Member of the Colts Neck Artists Group, NJ
* Member of Re-run(Finding Homes for Retired Racehorses)
* The Wellness Community/The Diney Goldsmith Center Art donations and classes
* The Valerie Center/The Children's Hospital at Monmouth Medical Center Art classes
* The Center in Asbury Park Art donations and classes
* Room Dedication and Painting Unveiling at Ramapo Ridge Psychiatric Hospital in Wyckoff, NJ:
Laura's painting "Joy to the World" was well received and placed at the nurses station. "Since they had it in advance of the dedication they were able to tell me what a calming influence it had had on several patients and the staff", said Laura.
* Monmouth University Social Work Department YOUTH ADVOCACY PROGRAM aka YAP
* Jersey Shore Center Genesis Rehabilitation Art workshops with Alzheimer's patients
* International Feng Shui Guild New Jersey Shore Chapter

As Nietzsche famously expressed "Art and nothing but art! It is the great means of making life possible, the great seduction to life, the great stimulant of life." Essentially life is art, so create your own canvas. Ms. Brunetti fosters that empowerment with all genres, including at-risk youth. Laura's passion in life is to teach others of all ages that the sky is the limit.

Laura resides with her loving husband John in Wayside, New Jersey and in Sunny Isles, Florida. Laura can be reached at 732.577.9297. References are available upon request.

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