Laura Ramirez Drain

Laura Ramirez Drain

Laura Ramirez-Drain is a Mexican American multidisciplinary artist based in Northern Virginia, originally from Mexico City. Working in fused glass, mosaic, acrylic, and mixed media, she creates vibrant, expressive art inspired by nature, travel, light, movement, and her Mexican heritage. Combining her engineering background with influences from Vincent van Gogh, Frida Kahlo, and Post-Impressionism, Laura blends bold colors, rich textures, and symbolic storytelling to celebrate resilience, hope, and human connection. Her work has been exhibited throughout Northern Virginia and the Washington, D.C., region and is held in private collections across the U.S. Through original and commissioned pieces, she transforms meaningful people, beloved pets, special places, and life milestones into lasting memories. As Treasurer of the League of Reston Artists, Laura actively supports the local arts community. Her mission is to inspire joy, preserve memories, and connect people through art and shared stories.