Backstory
My name is Lauren Prochera and I am a completely self-taught pyrography artist with a focus in animal/wildlife themes based on Long Island, NY. In addition, I am a Licensed Veterinary Technician also with a focus in wildlife as I have always loved animals from a very young age. Shortly after graduating, I went on to intern at the World-Famous San Diego Zoo & Safari Park hospitals as I have a strong passion for wildlife and conservation in which I express through my artwork. I originally started pyrography as an art hobby during my veterinary college years and has since grown into my current small art business until this day. Wildlife conservation is a very important aspect for me in which I showcase through most of my original works. I hope to connect people with animals through my art by showcasing their beauty, need for protection and to raise awareness of the dangers that threaten wildlife worldwide.
A little bit about Pyrography
Pyrography is a very unique and rustic art form that involves the process of burning designs into wood with a handheld heat tool. My main style is realism and I create all of my works by technique of only one single tip that I use to make all of my burnt designs. As you can tell, this art form allows for little to no mistakes in which takes much skill, patience and precision. Pyrography is also a calming and therapeutic-like art form that cannot be rushed making it a slower process than other art forms. The scent of burning wood gives that extra special warm touch to creating with this unique art form.
Pet Portrait Commissions
News 12 Feature
‘‘Made on Long Island’’
Featured on News12’s segment ‘‘Made on Long Island’’ at the very start of my art business journey in the beginning of 2024.
