Debra Ulrich has created some of the most compelling and complex portraits in clay for Lawrence Gallery clients. And Debra has, for as long as she can remember, been crazy, over-the-top, about inventing and creating artwork. “My mother told me that when I was in the third grade I told her, ‘Don’t buy me any more dolls and stuff like that. I want paint-by-number sets and clay.’” "Creating paintings and sculpture are what drives Debra’s life and gives it shape and meaning. A day in which she cannot squeeze in time to sculpt or paint is like a day without the sun." “After working in both clay and typical paint media, about three years ago I stumbled upon alcohol inks and now I cannot even consider using my previous painting media again." "They are so amazing and vivid, and play so beautifully together." "Alcohol paintings happen faster than other media in my hands. I find painting with them like eating my favorite chips." "Watching the ink interact on paper, canvas, or my clay works is compelling. It’s hard to stop.' "I am just going to keep painting with them, and sculpting in clay, and thoroughly enjoying myself.”