Massachusetts artist and fashion designer Laura Plad just had the opportunity of a lifetime, creating a show-stopping piece for one of the biggest names in pop music: Ariana Grande. Courtesy Laura Plad Courtesy Laura PladDesigning for Pop RoyaltyIt's actually not the first time she's been commissioned for a piece. Courtesy Laura Plad Courtesy Laura PladFrom Illustration to FashionShe caught the creative bug early, always drawing and making crafts as a kid. Laura Plad Laura Plad"I would estimate the piece all together took around 35 hours, not including any drying time," she said. Dozens of hours spent crafting the perfect piece, but time well spent to create this custom piece for TD Garden.