Karaoke Therapy by Laura Baran
Acrylic ink, markers, and watercolor on paper
2026-2023
These drawings of karaoke screens reveal how Singing MY heart out to lyrics on digital displays feels Like It anchors my sanity.
Similarly to playing musical instruments, there are therapeutic messages in the sounds of release when I get to sing and dance through emotions.
In the private space of a rented karaoke room, I find the courage to rage, cry, and emote, using the touchstones of music and lyrics to journey through my inner world.
Each drawing serves as a snapshot of expressive glory, where lines of text in glowing light might represent cathartic breakthroughs.
SEND ME AN ANGEL
Watercolor on paper, 2026
ABRACADABRA
Acrylic ink and markers on paper, 2023
DRAMA!
Acrylic ink and markers on paper, 2023
FACE THE ENEMY
Acrylic ink and markers on paper, 2023
GIVE THEM COMFORT
Acrylic ink and markers on paper, 2023
NO ALARMS
Acrylic ink and markers on paper, 2023
