Lauren MerrillLauren Merrill is the owner and founder of Alpine Arts Center, the local arts center servicing Vail and surrounding areas. This book was illustrated and designed for the community by Lauren and her team at Alpine Arts Center. She graduated from Univesity of Michigan, School of Art and Design with a degree in fine arts. After teaching art for 5 years in the Vail Valley she opened Alpine Arts Center in 2010. When not at work, Lauren spends her time exploring in the mountains and creating art. Read More Read Less