Laura Petka’s creativity began at a young age and has blossomed over the years. “I’ve been a painter and an artist for as long as I can remember—really, since childhood,” she says.
Nowadays, the Park Cities resident is a treasured professional with an impressive list of clients and an impeccable reputation.
Petka spent six years of her career as an art gallery director in the Dallas design district, gaining a wealth of knowledge before embarking on her journey as a fine art artist.
In 2017, a family emergency changed everything, shutting down her painting for an extended period.
“This experience was a turning point for me in many ways, including in my art, and the Lord’s provision for me during this time gave me a whole new clarity on life.”
Over time, things improved, and the mother of four was eventually able to return to her work.
“If not for the unique journey my family experienced with the illness of our son, my work wouldn’t be what it is today,” she says.
“The valleys we endured shaped not only the person I am today, but the work I desire to create.”
Her large-scale, highly textured paintings anchor rooms with depth, dimension, and visual impact—perfect for the elevated, design-conscious spaces that Dallas is known for.
Dynamic, vibrant, and textured, Petka’s paintings are remarkably affordable, ranging from $4,000 to $9,500, depending on size.
As her body of work and critical recognition grow, Petka’s consumer base continues to expand with partnerships in Round Top, San Antonio, and Austin.
Each piece carries a deeper narrative, inspired by life's highs and lows, and opens doors for real conversations.
“Collectors are drawn to my work not only for the aesthetic but for the emotional resonance behind every brushstroke,” says Petka.
“My journey—from personal hardships to healing—gives my art a level of vulnerability and truth that creates a genuine connection with collectors,” she says.
“My work doesn’t consist of trend-driven pieces—it is original, fine art meant to last … I create with intention and originality, offering collectors something timeless, meaningful, and archival,” she says.
Petka believes art should reflect life in all its complexity. “Art should reflect the raw, textured layers of life—both its beauty and its brokenness—inviting connection, emotion, and a deeper understanding of our journeys,” says Petka.
“I want my art to resonate with people, their stories, and reflect something personal about their lives, making my art a cohesive and beautiful layer within every collector’s home.”
“The bold, textured clusters on my canvases reflect and symbolize the way life’s defining experiences—grief, healing, joy, faith, motherhood—run together and collide, creating unexpected beauty.”
One of Petka’s greatest joys is living and working in the Park Cities near many of her clients, which allows her to build personal and professional relationships with collectors.
“There’s something special about creating art in the same community where I’m raising my family and building a life. The support I’ve received has been a steady reminder that what I’m doing matters—not only as an artist, but as a person living out a calling.”
Petka believes the most meaningful work comes from a place of truth, vulnerability, and lived experience.
“My goal is to create pieces that not only fill a client’s space but connect deeply with the person living alongside my work.”
Website: LauraPetkaArt.com
Contact: Laura@LauraPetkaArt.com
There’s something very special about creating art in the same community where I’m also raising my family.