Originally from Virginia Beach, Virginia Elizabeth has lived in Italy for over 20 years , before Italy she lived in London and Boston, as well as studying abroad in Europe her junor year at University. A licensed guide, Elizabeth received her MA in Florentine Renaissance art from Syracuse University in Florence. Her academic interests include women's history and women artists, particularly by women in convents; museum studies and teaching art to children. In fact one goal of Elizabeth's work is to make art accessible to everyone! In addition to leading walks, she also lectures at various universities and institutions in Florence.