Lauren Darrouzet is an art jeweler and educator currently living in Dayton, Ohio. Her work explores the relationship between collecting, childhood memories, and nostalgia. She holds an MFA in Metalsmithing + Jewelry Design from Indiana University and a BFA in Photography from the University of North Texas. She currently works as Visiting Assistant Professor of Art and area head of the Metals & 3D Fabrication program at Earlham College. When not working in her studio, she enjoys searching for treasures in vintage shops across the country.