Inspired greatly by nature, Lisa incorporates both elements of whimsy and fantasy to create enchanting images which she is thrilled to have collected worldwide. She holds an MFA in illustration from the Academy of Art College in San Francisco, and has been working as a professional freelance artist since 1999. Among the several childrens books she has illustrated are A Simple Brown Leaf recipient of The Mothers Choice award 2005 and Claras Gift from the Heart published 2006. She currently resides in San Francisco, CA with her husband, Joe and several pets including a house rabbit, Toby, a beta fish and two hermit crabs.