Born in Lima, Peru, Elizabeth Pena is one of those rare natural talents that has evolved into a master painter. Born in Lima, Peru, she started quite young making beautiful drawings that, after a few years, prompted her parents to persuade her to attend art school. Not very ambitious, but not totally discontent, she started school, which became a time for developing her magnificent drawing skills. She was well known at school for her art independence. Pena has always loved the classics. She especially admires Rembrandt. The biggest influence on her, however, is the French master Fatin-Latour. Other influences include the style of Baca Flor and the sobriety of Merino, both of whom are Peruvian artists from the past century. Despite her more recent introduction to the American market, her work has been received with acclaim. Presently, Pena is showing in more than 20 galleries in the United States and Canada.