Laura Clay Art is a contemporary art studio based in Austin, Texas, creating collectible works that bridge fine art, material heritage, and modern design. Founded by Mexican-American artist Laura Clay, the studio produces original paintings, fine-line drawings, and commissions that explore identity, balance, and materiality through abstraction.

The studio’s practice is grounded in craftsmanship and cultural narrative. Each work begins with handmade pigments and evolves through layers of texture, gradient, and form. The result is a body of work that feels both architectural and organic, inviting reflection on tension, order, and transformation.

Serving private collectors, galleries, and interior designers, Laura Clay Art operates as both a creative studio and collaborative partner. Through its Designer Access program, the studio supports design professionals with personalized art curation, custom commissions, and white-glove logistics for residential and hospitality projects worldwide.

Laura Clay Art stands at the intersection of art and design, creating pieces that anchor spaces with meaning, depth, and enduring quality.

HERITAGE

Celebrating the duality of Mexican-American culture, bridging personal history with contemporary artistic techniques.

BALANCE

Creating harmony between tradition and modernity, contrast and neutrality, emotion and refinement.

MATERIALITY

Every piece tells a story, honest, personal, and deeply connected to its origins.

QUALITY

Commitment to craftsmanship, handmade materials, and high-end execution, ensuring each artwork is an investment.

SOPHISTICATION

A refined aesthetic that elevates any space, bringing elegance and thoughtfulness into every composition.

INTRIGUE

Art that invites viewers to pause, reflect, wonder, and explore, creating an emotional and intellectual connection.

Laura is a Mexican-American artist based in Austin, specializing in painting and drawing. Her abstract paintings feature gradients, textures, and a balance between organic and geometric forms, reflecting her exploration of bicultural identity and the tension between chaos and order.
She holds an MFA from the National Art School in Sydney, Australia, a BFA from Texas Christian University, and has studied fine art at Instituto Allende in San Miguel de Allende, Mexico. She also completed a year at the Corcoran College of Art + Design in Washington, D.C. Her work has been acquired by Mexic-Arte Museum for its permanent collection and has been featured in publications such as Eastside Magazine. With over 60 exhibitions and art fairs worldwide, she is currently represented by Washington Gallery Waco and The Cathedral ATX.
See Laura’s CV here.

Laura Clay

Geoffrey Robson brings over two decades of strategic leadership to Laura Clay Art, translating artistic vision into sustainable growth and long-term value. With a business degree from the University of St. Thomas and a career spanning commercial real estate in New York City and high-growth software sales in Austin, Geoffrey has built his expertise in complex negotiations, relationship-driven sales, and consultative strategy.
At Laura Clay Art, he leads partnerships with collectors, interior designers, and commercial clients, framing fine art not as decoration, but as an appreciating asset that strengthens environments, brand identity, and cultural legacy. His unique ability to articulate the return on investment of art allows clients to confidently integrate original work into residential, hospitality, and workplace settings. Blending disciplined business insight with a deep appreciation for design and materiality, Geoffrey ensures every placement is both visually impactful and strategically sound.

Geoffrey Robson

Madison Paine

Madison Paine leads brand strategy and communications for Laura Clay Art, shaping the studio’s voice, positioning, and growth across both collector and trade audiences. With over a decade of experience in marketing and brand development, including work with Fortune 500 companies and creative-led organizations, Madison brings a refined balance of strategy and storytelling to the business of art. Her approach centers on clarity, emotional resonance, and long-term brand equity, ensuring Laura Clay Art is positioned not only as an artist studio, but as a cultural brand.
Madison oversees narrative development, partnerships, digital presence, and campaign strategy, with a focus on elevating fine art within interiors, institutions, and private collections. Her work supports the studio’s mission to connect meaningful, materially rich artwork with people who value craft, heritage, and intentional design.

Noémi Szyller brings a curator’s eye and a marketer’s instinct to Laura Clay Art. Born in Paris and raised between cultures, her early exposure to museums and exhibitions shaped a lifelong engagement with art, history, and visual storytelling. She holds undergraduate and graduate degrees in Art History and Museum Studies and has worked across museums and galleries in Austin and San Francisco. While at the UMLAUF Sculpture Garden & Museum, Noémi expanded her practice into marketing, discovering a passion for connecting artists and audiences through thoughtful curation and strategic communication.
At Laura Clay Art, she supports exhibitions, partnerships, and institutional relationships, bridging artistic vision with audience growth. Her deep respect for artists, paired with a strong understanding of marketing, has played a key role in expanding visibility, supporting exhibitions, and strengthening the studio’s presence within the contemporary art landscape.

Neomi Szyller

Buddy Robson serves as Chief Happiness Officer at Laura Clay Art, a role he takes very seriously between naps. With a background in morale boosting, studio supervision, and unprompted floor inspections, Buddy ensures the studio remains a place of silliness, warmth, and steady tail wags.
His core responsibilities include greeting visitors with curiosity, offering emotional support during long workdays, and reminding the team to take breaks by sitting directly in the middle of the room. Known for his impeccable-ish listening skills and unwavering loyalty, Buddy excels at creating a welcoming atmosphere for artists, collectors, and collaborators alike.
When not on duty, Buddy can be found sunbathing, testing the comfort level of rugs, or monitoring snacks with extreme focus. His presence is essential to studio culture, productivity, and overall joy.