About Arbor Arts NYC
Arbor Arts NYC is comprised of all original photography by Brooklyn-based artist, Laura Lofaro Albert. It is distinctive and nature-oriented "tree art." The concept originated while strolling through Prospect Park, admiring the beauty of the bare branches in winter and thinking of a gift for a loved one. Surveying the tree branches from various angles, she started to discover letters and created her first personalized gift in May 2008. Since then, she has built an extensive collection of the alphabet in variations (upper and lowercase, different backgrounds, etc.) which evolved into the development of Arbor Arts NYC. The photo collection has since expanded to include numbers and shapes, including variations of hearts.
Besides being admired, these trees have inspired. Arbor Arts NYC is growing- branching out, if you will- to incorporate tree art and other forms of nature in a variety of products. Current available products include matted prints, framed prints, framed words (which can be personalized), greeting cards, and magnets. Other items can be designed upon request, such as business card holders, wooden jewelry boxes, large wooden initials for display, etc., by decoupaging tree letters in the formation of words/ names with background scenery; these make treasured gifts. Products can be purchased as pieces of unique art for home decor and/or original gifts for someone special.
This work is a tribute to that which forms and develops in nature, untouched by humans, and admired for its presence. Each branch twists and turns in its own way, collectively forming a one-of-a-kind tree. Honoring and respecting their varieties, we can come to realize that trees are not unlike humankind. Diversity is ever-present. If it weren't for difference- in growth formation, appearance, and perspective- this art would not have been possible. Nature is a gift for all to share. This "tree art" is a celebration of our existence and an appreciation of the many differences within a world of beauty.
Arbor Arts NYC has been a featured vendor at pop-up markets and street fairs, and continues to showcase and donate unique pieces to silent auctions and fundraisers. These have included the popular Brooklyn Flea, the Annual Society for Disability Studies conference, Human Services Annual Gala, and Rosie's Confidence Corner. Reviews have been posted on Fairy Tale Wishes and Dreams ("BK Flea Top Five") and I Thought I Knew Mama ("Ten Green and Natural Gifts for a One Year Old"). Testimonials are included on the last page of this site.
Besides being admired, these trees have inspired. Arbor Arts NYC is growing- branching out, if you will- to incorporate tree art and other forms of nature in a variety of products. Current available products include matted prints, framed prints, framed words (which can be personalized), greeting cards, and magnets. Other items can be designed upon request, such as business card holders, wooden jewelry boxes, large wooden initials for display, etc., by decoupaging tree letters in the formation of words/ names with background scenery; these make treasured gifts. Products can be purchased as pieces of unique art for home decor and/or original gifts for someone special.
This work is a tribute to that which forms and develops in nature, untouched by humans, and admired for its presence. Each branch twists and turns in its own way, collectively forming a one-of-a-kind tree. Honoring and respecting their varieties, we can come to realize that trees are not unlike humankind. Diversity is ever-present. If it weren't for difference- in growth formation, appearance, and perspective- this art would not have been possible. Nature is a gift for all to share. This "tree art" is a celebration of our existence and an appreciation of the many differences within a world of beauty.
Arbor Arts NYC has been a featured vendor at pop-up markets and street fairs, and continues to showcase and donate unique pieces to silent auctions and fundraisers. These have included the popular Brooklyn Flea, the Annual Society for Disability Studies conference, Human Services Annual Gala, and Rosie's Confidence Corner. Reviews have been posted on Fairy Tale Wishes and Dreams ("BK Flea Top Five") and I Thought I Knew Mama ("Ten Green and Natural Gifts for a One Year Old"). Testimonials are included on the last page of this site.