Lauren Baptiste, 27, Connecticut native, has always had a passion for the art of dance, visual arts and culinary art. 

 

On a trip abroad to Southern Spain STOND was born. Discovering unique stones along the beach; Lauren's creativity sparked and she began to wrap these unique stones with copper and gold wire. 

 

Rapidly gaining interest in Lauren's creations Lauren begin to sell the pieces she created from the stones she found on the beach. 

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With the will to create Lauren dreams to provide a space for aspiring artists and chefs to create freely and affordably. 

Lauren hopes to inspire and help others find their true passion in art and in life.