
ARTIST BIO
Laura Bushman (LaFran)
West Michigan Painter and City Center Arts Teacher
“I hope my paintings inspire calm peace and relaxation in others.” – Laura
LaFran, Laura Frances Bushman BFA, graduated from Kendall College of Art and Design from the Illustration Program.
She is presently working in oils on canvas and has wonderful pieces of seascapes in various location of the country including California. She loves the water and lighthouses are featured often in her pieces. She says the seascapes inspire her. You will also enjoy many paintings with people enjoying the beach and coastlines she has created.
“It’s important for everyone to have purpose in life, art is mine.” – Laura
She started painting at age 11 and it has been a lifelong passion with a long history of dedication. She is venturing out into hosting classes here at City Center Arts and we are glad to have her.
She was a member of the Michael Seewald Gallery in Del Mar, California from 2010- 2015 and has been a member at City Center Arts since March, 2020.

“Just keep painting. That’s my motto. If it doesn’t work, paint it again. Everything has beauty.” – Laura