Lauren Stern

Lauren took over ownership of Pikes Peak Artist Collective in 2024, promising to continue supporting the studio and it's community, upholding a 20+ year commitment to Colorado Springs and it's vibrant residents. 

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Originally from Houston, Texas, Lauren found herself at Baylor University for her undergraduate degree, eventually graduating with degrees in Computer Science, Finance and Economics. After college she spent 5 years on the East Coast, exploring the museums and galleries of Washington, DC, while working as a technology consultant for the State Department, Department of Defense, and smaller private companies. After years of crunching numbers and dissecting algorithms, Lauren's heart decided to dance to a new rhythm -- one painted with hues of creativity.  And then, destiny unfurled its canvas. Lauren, fueled by passion and a longing for community, stepped into the role of PPAC’s custodian. The studio’s legacy, spanning two decades, now rests in her capable hands. She envisions a space where pixels meet pigments, where algorithms converse with abstract expressionism.

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So, when Lauren isn’t deciphering lines of code, she’s curating exhibitions, nurturing budding artists, and weaving her own story on canvas. And yes, she still jets back to the East Coast, where memories blend seamlessly with the present—a tapestry of art, travel, and the indomitable spirit of creativity.