Fine artist Lauri Wedgworth grew up in a small farm town west of Phoenix, Arizona. Surrounded by farmers, dust, and excessive heat, she developed her creative side to keep herself entertained—and to survive. She holds a B.F.A. in graphic design and a M.B.A from Arizona State University. While she learned the basic concepts of art and design in school, over the years she has taught herself drawing, perspective, oil painting and airbrush techniques. Famous artists that have influenced her art include: Edward Hopper, Patrick Nagel, Norman Rockwell, Wayne Thiebaud, Henri Toulouse-Lautrec and Vincent Van Gogh.