Lauren Mitro: Multi-Disciplinary Artist and Architectural Design Professional

Lauren Mitro is a multidisciplinary artist and architectural designer whose practice bridges fine art and structured spatial design. Based in Bozeman, Montana, she holds a Master of Fine Arts in Visual Arts with a focus on large-scale painting and installation from the Columbus College of Art & Design. Her academic background also includes a Bachelor’s degree in Architecture from Miami University of Ohio, with additional studies in printmaking and woodworking. This diverse training allows Lauren Mitro to navigate between 2D expression and 3D spatial problems, often resulting in works that engage the viewer through materiality and scale. Lauren Mitro operates under her studio brand, SIDEQUEST DESIGN STUDIO, where she explores a variety of creative avenues. Her portfolio includes 'Clay Paintings'—earthenware forms that investigate the bodily response to material—and large-scale oil paintings that interpret songs and emotions. She has also gained international experience through a painting residency in Tao Hua Tan, China. Her architectural expertise is reflected in her professional roles and her ability to create complex renderings and spatial installations that challenge traditional framing. Whether creating public murals or delicate printmaking pieces, Lauren Mitro emphasizes the trace of the hand and the significance of human connection in the physical world. Her work continues to evolve across mediums, driven by an inquiry into how humans interact with objects and spaces.