Laura Allison

Laura Allison is a native of Columbus, Ohio. Previously studied radiology while residing in Florida for 8 years. At the same time, her discovery and love for vinyl toys and pop-surreal art flourished. 

Returning to Columbus in 2006, she curated her first art exhibition. Shortly after Rivet was created and opened in 2007. The brick and mortar was open through Halloween 2017. Laura decided to relocate to Cleveland and spent three years there, unfortunately during the pandemic. 

She moved back to Columbus in April 2023 and Rivet 2.0 was opened in May. Presently she lives in the downtown area with her cat Dren. When she is not working, she enjoys dj events and concerts, road trips and oddity hunting, and pinball among other things.