Laura Bethke Faces of the Past Whimsical Ethnic Art 1722 20th St Ct NW Gig Harbor, WA 98335 (253)857-7705 When viewing Laura’s work for The first time, you often hear the Comment “how did she do that?” A combination of colorful acrylic Paints, glue and copper foil on Mat board and hand made papers, Blend together to create a unique and Whimsical interpretation of ethnic Groups such as African, SW and NW Indian, and Australian Aboriginal.  Laura was born and raised in Bremerton, WA and currently resides in Gig Harbor With her granddaughter Kiersten and her Dog Shadow. Trips to New Mexico, Australia and Jamaica in the mid 90’s and The anticipation of being an empty nester, Inspired her to try something new in her Life. The result being a colorful and Respective “Faces of the Past”