Lauren Copelan is an art educator and visual artist from rural Northeast Georgia, working in both secondary and post-secondary contexts. Coming from a long line of traditional and craft artists, Lauren has been actively making art for 15+ years, working in a variety of mediums. Her visual work primarily features observational subject matter, personal identity, and the exploration of familial craft art. Lauren holds a B.A. in Studio Art from the University of North Georgia with a concentration in Film Photography and Darkroom Production, as well as a M.A.T. in Art Education from Piedmont College. Lauren is currently a doctoral candidate at the University of Georgia, working towards a Ph.D in Art Education. She serves as a graduate teaching assistant, supervising student teachers and instructing undergraduate courses.