Lauren Verdugo

Lauren Verdugo is a Southern California-based artist, woodworker, and furniture designer. Verdugo began their formal training in 2016 by apprenticing with master woodworker Larry White, whom they met through an internship at the Sam and Alfreda Maloof foundation. They went on to complete their BA in Applied Design at San Diego State University in 2021, and are currently enrolled in Long Beach State University’s woodworking MFA program.

Verdugo’s designs emphasize the unique attributes of their source material, including history, meaning, and physical features. Minimalist forms are punctuated by playful decorative elements. Verdugo rhythmically juxtaposes hard and soft lines, heavy and light features, resulting in works which appear sturdy, yet distinctly energetic. Their award-winning work has been published in a variety of regional craft periodicals. In addition to their multimedia arts practice, they teach wood workshops at the Sam and Alfreda Maloof Foundation in Alta Loma, CA and at Allied Woodshop in Los Angeles, CA.

Lauren Verdugo Rocky Raccoon wood stool
“Rocky Raccoon”
Pins and Needles side table with drawer by Lauren Verdugo
“Pins and Needles”
Chair with wood and recycled metal by Lauren Verdugo
“Seat of Reflection”
Lauren Verdugo Wood Stool In the Cross Hairs
“In the Cross Hairs”
Lauren Verdugo portrait 2023
Lauren Verdugo