Was born and raised in Mankato, Minnesota and now resides in Madison, Wisconsin. She graduated with honors from the University of Wisconsin-Superior with a major in Elementary Education and a minor in Science.
Liz teaches watercolor and sewing classes in community settings for adults and children. Also, she teaches courses at the University of Wisconsin-Madison Wheelhouse and Madison Area Technical College.
Liz started painting after receiving a professional watercolor set as a child for a birthday gift. Liz’s mother was a practicing artist and a successful seamstress. Liz is married with three grown children.