Laura Lee Gulledge
Who is Laura Lee?
LAURA LEE GULLEDGE (she/ they) is an author, cartoonist, teaching artist, collaborative muralist, community organizer, and Neurodiversity advocate based in Charlottesville, Virginia.
Their books include YA graphic novels The Dark Matter of Mona Starr and Page by Paige, as well as the interactive Sketchbook Dares: 24 Ways to Draw Out Your Inner Artist. (Abrams Books) Plus their graphic novel Will & Whit has been adapted into a musical available for licensing.
They were the inaugural graduate from the JMU Masters Program in Art Education and the first woman to be nominated for the prestigious Eisner Award for Best Lettering in comics.
Laura Lee's unique style of visual storytelling explores the intersection of Graphic Medicine, Citizen Artistry, Autism, and Artner love. Recent collaborators include The Kennedy Center, Charles Schultz Museum, and Discover Black Cville.
Laura Lee lives in an old schoolhouse in the Blue Ridge Mountains with her cat Rory where she loves doing conscious dance, hiking, and making puns.
#artnerlove
Online Store
*Books & Zines available locally at McGuffey Art Center & The Beautiful Idea in Charlottesville, VA *
Offerings
Curious to Artner? I love envisioning new projects--let's scheme!
Teaching Artist
I lead workshops, camps, residencies, and interactive experiences in a diverse array of settings for both youth & adults. Top programs explore cocreating comics + self care plans. Available thru the Virginia Museum of Fine Arts & Virginia Commission of the Arts.
Cocreated Murals
I specialize in cocreating unique collaborative murals with young people, working with a small group or even an entire grade. Both painted + paste-up styles. Influenced by my background in comics, street art, and experience as a Macy’s window scenic artist.
Creative Consulting
Seeking artistic support, structure,
or coaching? I offer one-on-one sessions for young people as well
as adults customized to your needs. Specialties include getting unstuck, time management, idea organization, and project development.
Book a Session
💌Please email me if you're interested in an in-person program or local private lessons.
1 hr
90 US dollars
School Library Journal
"Laura Lee is a master of both words and images."
Publisher's Weekly
"Gulledge's values are wholesome,and her energy is up-to-the-minute fresh."
Dr. Katharine Kittredge
Professor at Ithaca College
"She was not only a star, but also a warm and welcoming human being in every context."
Raymond, Reader
"Finding your work reinforces my belief that there is still some magic left in this world."
Let's Connect!
Laura Lee Gulledge
@ Bliss Point Farm
1784-C Simmons Gap Rd
Nortonsville, VA 22935
*Ancestral Monacan lands*
Tip Jar✨💰Venmo @LauraLee-Gulledge
Represented by Literary Agent
Dan Lazar, Writer's House NYC
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