Laura Morelli is an art historian writing about everything from Venetian gondolas to Limoges porcelain, Chinese silk, and cowboy boots. She is the author of the award-winning novels, THE PAINTER'S APPRENTICE and THE GONDOLA MAKER, as well as the LAURA MORELLI'S AUTHENTIC ARTS travel guide series. Laura holds a Ph.D. in art history from Yale University and her work has been featured on National Geographic Traveler, USA TODAY, CNN Radio, The Frommers Travel Show, and other media.