Laura Thompson

In this episode of Canvas Commentary, Derek Jackson sits down with mixed media and collage artist Laura Thompson. Laura creates surreal and playful “little worlds” by combining vintage magazine imagery with painted backgrounds, transforming familiar scenes into thought-provoking narratives filled with humor, curiosity, and unexpected connections. Together, they discuss Laura’s artistic journey, her creative process, and how themes of human connection, social justice, feminism, inclusion, and our relationship with the natural world find their way into her work. From cutting apart decades-old magazines to building imaginative visual stories, Laura shares what inspires her and why she believes art can invite both joy and reflection. Learn more about Laura's work at Real Creative Studio and follow her on Instagram at @realcreative.studio. Whether you're an artist, collector, or simply someone who enjoys creative conversations, this episode offers an engaging look inside the mind of an artist who finds wonder in the unexpected.