Born in Galion Ohio, Laura Pabst took an interest in art at an early age. Her dreams of being an artist pushed her to work hard and develop her skills and creativity.

For six years she took private art lessons, visited museums, and studied abroad. At the suggestion of her art teacher, she applied to the University of Michigan’s School of Art and Design.

Once accepted, she gained the formal training of an artist and the background of a scientist to become the dedicated scientific illustrator she is today.