The Lincoln Economic Development Association Art Invitational 2010 is pleased to welcome and exhibit the works of local artist, Laurie Cox Bostian. Laurie brings her gift to the gallery in pieces that bring life to old downtown Lincolnton, as well as, through her signature work, portraiture.

Laurie, born in South Carolina and raised in North Carolina, became passionate about art at the young age of ten. Graduating from Appalachian State University as a Teaching Fellow, Laurie began her career in education. After realizing teaching was not a complete representation of Laurie, she changed her career goals and, “ (I) gradually worked my way to what feels right…art. This time, in my own studio and gallery. I have married my two passions-art and teaching.”

Laurie’s works will be displayed through the end of September. For further information regarding the LEDA Art Invitational 2010, call 704-732-1511 or visit the gallery at 502 E. Main Street in downtown Lincolnton from 8:00am-5:00pm, Monday-Friday. To see more of Laurie Bostian’s work or for more information, please contact her at www.personalartist.com.

About LEDA

Lincoln Economic Development Association is a private, 501c(3) non-profit corporation charged with facilitating industrial and office development in Lincolnton and Lincoln County. LEDA’s mission is to foster an economic environment that promotes an enhancement of the standard of living by creating more and better jobs for the citizens of Lincolnton and Lincoln County and an increased and diversified tax base to provide needed community services. The organization’s goals include retention and expansion of existing business; attraction of diversified base industries and improvement of the overall business climate within Lincolnton and Lincoln County.