Howard Hanna

Located at 710 Hancock Street

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Lauren Reid: Living In Color

Lauren Reid is a 26-year-old painter and real estate salesperson based in Ithaca, NY. Working primarily in oil paint, her practice also includes charcoal and pastel. Her work explores self-discovery, human connection, and the role of hurt within a beautiful life. Influenced by everyday interactions and untold stories, Lauren often focuses on faces and figures to capture moments of reflection, vulnerability, and growth.Through emotionally driven pieces, she seeks to reshape narratives of struggle, highlighting resilience while honoring the complexity of the human experience. Her paintings aim to show beauty without omitting the harsh, creating space for empathy, healing, and understanding.While she also works as a realtor, Lauren’s artistic practice remains central, serving as both a form of personal exploration and a way to create meaningful connections. Through her work, she strives to help others feel seen and understood.