Teaching portfolio

“Liz has been one of the most influential mentors during my studies at SCAD. Not only does she provide excellent critical feedback for my creative practices, but she also provides consistent mentorship inside and outside an academic setting for me. During our time in Lacoste, Liz encouraged me to think more deeply about the art I was generating and push the boundaries of media and composition as well. I would recommend Liz as a teacher, mentor, and leader to anyone looking for an artist with wisdom, passion, and heart.”  - Meredith Liu, SCAD Lacoste, FR, 2022

“Lea’s openness in the classroom allowed for a type of vulnerability that I’ve yet to experience again. This was an incredibly moving experience, and I could not have created such multifaceted work without Lea’s nuanced understanding of my work. Professor Lea helps students reach their own conclusions by asking important questions and sharing her own observations from personal and professional experience.” —Grace Naify, Lacoste, FR, 2022