Trace Glau was born and raised in Prescott, and continues to make Northern Arizona her home, currently living in Flagstaff. Trace's educational background is in the areas of Printmaking, Metalsmithing, Education and Psychology. Drawing on inspiration from organic forms of nature as well as the human body, Trace integrates these natural shapes into her paintings and sculptures. She has been working with recycled materials and found objects to create one of a kind recycled art creations, including nests. The concept of space and place is something that Trace enjoys depicting in her work and feels that concept is something everyone can relate to. Utilizing her formal training from her BFA and MED, Trace enjoys teaching art at Coconino Community College where her students experience her true passion for the subject. Her art influences comes from her Grandmother, Frances Fields, as well as both of her parents, Greg and Courtney, who create art using writing, photography and needlework.