I’m Laura Fox-Wallis, a silk painter based in Austin, Texas. My work is rooted in nature and guided by curiosity, joy, and a deep respect for the process.
Using vibrant silk dyes, I create paintings that bring warmth, movement, and a sense of aliveness into a space, echoing the feeling of wings opening or a flower turning toward the light. Each piece is created with intention and discipline, allowing color to move freely on the fiber while honoring the natural world that inspires it.
Welcome to Rooted Expressions Studio.
Explore Original Silk Paintings
Steam-set, French silk dye on 100% Habotai silk
12" x 9” silk mounted on 14” x 11” x 2” gessoed canvas framed in a solid wooden frame finished in a rich walnut stain.
Courage to Rise captures the intimate, powerful moment when transformation meets trust. At the center, an open hand lifts upward as a vibrant Pipevine Swallowtail butterfly takes flight, its iridescent wings shimmering against the soft textures of hand-dyed shibori silk. The gesture is one of release, faith, and willingness to rise into a new chapter.
The shibori background, washed in earthy greens, creates a grounded atmosphere that honors the steady foundation required for true growth. Against it, the butterfly’s striking blues and blacks glow with quiet strength, symbolizing the beautiful balance between vulnerability and resilience. The natural translucence of the silk allows light and pattern to move through the piece, adding depth, breath, and a sense of emergence.
The Pipevine Swallowtail is often seen as a guide through periods of profound change, a reminder that transformation need not be rushed. Instead, it can unfold with clarity, purpose, and elegance. Courage to Rise invites you to honor your own evolution, embracing the moment when letting go becomes the very thing that allows you to ascend.
This original 14x11" silk painting is mounted and beautifully presented in a deep walnut–stained wooden frame, ready to offer inspiration in any space calling for renewal, strength, and uplifted spirit.
An original artwork by Laura Fox-Wallis
Fine art prints are available upon request. Please email Laura at RootedExpressions@gmail.com.
SHIPPING & ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
Local pickup in the Austin area is available
Painting is sealed and ready to hang
Orders will be processed within one week of purchase
The artwork will be professionally packed and shipped
Note: Colors may vary due to monitor settings and/or photography lighting
Avian Grace, Floral Embrace: Silk Paintings in Contemplative Harmony
Steam-set, French silk dye on 100% Habotai silk
34" x 34” silk mounted on 36” x 36” x 2” gessoed canvas framed in a solid wooden frame finished in a rich walnut stain.
Two Souls, One Flight is a silk painting that captures the powerful connection between a male and female cardinal in motion. Each bird sweeps gracefully across the silk, facing one another as if meeting in midair. The flowing background of rust, blue, and soft gray weaves around them, creating a continuous circle of movement that reflects their lifelong bond. Cardinals are known to mate for life, and this eternal connection is echoed through the colors, composition, and energy of the piece.
Hand embroidered gold thread shimmers across the silk, adding a touch of radiance and elevating the artwork into a rich and tactile experience. This detail symbolizes spirit, guidance, and the unseen threads that tie souls together.
Spiritually, cardinals are messengers of devotion, protection, and enduring love. They remind us that meaningful connections transcend time and space. The title Two Souls, One Flight honors this message, celebrating the beauty of partnership, loyalty, and the harmony created when two beings move through the world together.
Hand painted on silk, this artwork is a powerful statement piece for collectors, living rooms, sacred spaces, and anyone drawn to themes of love, connection, and spiritual continuity. Two Souls, One Flight brings both beauty and deep symbolism into any home.
An original artwork by Laura Fox-Wallis
Fine Art Prints available upon request. Email Laura at RootedExpressions.com.
SHIPPING & ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
Due to the size of painting, additional shipping charges will be invoiced separately after purchase. To inquire for a shipping quote, email RootedExpressions@gmail.com with your name and address.
Local pickup in the Austin area is available
Painting is sealed and ready to hang
Orders will be processed within one week of purchase
The artwork will be professionally packed and shipped
Note: Colors may vary due to monitor settings and/or photography lighting
Steam-set, French silk dye on 100% Habotai silk
22" x 22” silk mounted on 24” x 24” x 2” gessoed canvas framed in a solid wooden frame finished in a rich walnut stain.
The Living Thread is a vibrant silk painting featuring a blue jay in mid flight, its wings open in a moment of bold movement and clarity. The background glows with rustic jewel tones and soft translucent leaves, evoking the gentle shift of autumn and the way memories settle like layers of color. The composition feels both alive and reflective, offering a sense of motion through time.
Spiritually, blue jays are symbols of intuition, loyalty, and the connection between past and present. They are known as messengers that carry wisdom forward, reminding us of the threads that weave our personal history into who we are today. The title The Living Thread reflects this meaning, honoring the way the blue jay appears to move through memory, lineage, and lived experience with strength and purpose.
Hand painted on silk, this artwork brings warmth, depth, and thoughtful symbolism into any space. The Living Thread is an ideal centerpiece for collectors, nature lovers, and anyone drawn to artwork that speaks to ancestry, continuity, and the quiet guidance of spirit.
An original artwork by Laura Fox-Wallis
Fine Art Prints available upon request. Email Laura at RootedExpressions.com.
SHIPPING & ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
Due to the size of painting, additional shipping charges will be invoiced separately after purchase. To inquire for a shipping quote, email RootedExpressions@gmail.com with your name and address.
Local pickup in the Austin area is available
Painting is sealed and ready to hang
Orders will be processed within one week of purchase
The artwork will be professionally packed and shipped
Note: Colors may vary due to monitor settings and/or photography lighting
Steam-set, French silk dye on 100% Habotai silk
26" x 36” silk mounted on 30” x 40” x 2” gessoed canvas framed in a solid wooden frame finished in a rich walnut stain.
Discover a visual meditation on personal peace and collective hope with Between Worlds, a Prayer, a 30 by 40 silk painting that blends symbolism, emotion, and artistry. Two doves emerge gracefully from a female torso, their flight embodying freedom, purity, and spiritual renewal. Below, hands gently hold a golden pendant, within which lies a serene and peaceful landscape, a quiet world of reflection and harmony.
Doves have long been symbols of hope, love, and the sacred promise of peace. This artwork invites viewers into a contemplative space, encouraging connection with both personal inner calm and the shared aspiration for a more harmonious world. The title Between Worlds, a Prayer captures the intersection of human experience and spiritual longing, offering a narrative that is both intimate and universal.
Hand-painted on silk, this piece is a striking centerpiece for any space where reflection, inspiration, and elegance are valued. Bring the transcendent symbolism and meditative beauty of Between Worlds, a Prayer into your home or sacred space.
Fine art prints of this silk painting are available HERE.
SHIPPING & ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
Due to the size of painting, additional shipping charges will be invoiced separately after purchase. To inquire for a shipping quote, email RootedExpressions@gmail.com with your name and address.
Local pickup in the Austin area is available
Painting is sealed and ready to hang
Orders will be processed within one week of purchase
The artwork will be professionally packed and shipped
Note: Colors may vary due to monitor settings and/or photography lighting
Fine Art Prints
High quality, Giclée fine art prints reproduced on luxurious, gallery-quality thick watercolor paper with archival-grade pigments for rich, lasting color offered in multiple sizes.
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