Mara Strayer
Welded Sculpture
I studied graphics and metalsmithing at the University of Kansas. Since graduating over 30 years ago, I have worked in both fields. My husband and I have raised two amazing daughters, traveled extensively and moved coast to coast to coast. I love taking pictures, reading, baking, hiking, gardening, and collecting art.
But, I wanted something more.
So, in 2016, I took a year, and got my welding certificate.
My life experiences help mold my distinct graphic style.
I want each of my pieces to reflect my love of nature, combining it's beauty with steel.
I want to always evolve, learn and create. It's in my nature.
"owl guard" available for purchase
"my understory" private collection
"the farmer" available for purchase
"trophy wheat" available for purchase
"waving wheat" in private collection
heart wind chime available for purchase
"queen anne's lace" available for purchase
"milkweed" available for purchase
List of exhibitions & installations
2024 Wheat
8x8 exhibition Lawrence Arts Center Lawrence, KS2024 The Farmer
Annual Ourdoor Downtown Sculpture Exhibition
Downtown Lawrence, KS2023 Trophy Wheat
Annual Outdoor Downtown Sculpture Exhibition
Downtown Lawrence, KS2022 Cross-Pollinator
public installation Monarch Watch Garden
University of Kansas, Lawrence, KS2018 My Understory
Sculpture in the garden NC botanical garden Chapel Hill, NC2018 Waving Wheat
NC Artists Exhibition Duke Energy Center Raleigh, NC2017 Liriodendron tulipifera
Community Art Exhibit The Arts Center Carrboro, NC2016 Queen Bee & Ephemeral Steel
Saving Our Pollinators The Arts Center Carrboro, NC