Lailah Russell (Lairusse), was born in Denver, CO., and then moved to Atlanta at a young age. After graduating high-school, she attended the Savannah College of Art and Design to pursue a major in Illustration, with a concentration of concept design for animation and games. She also has a minor in graphic design, and has designed products from cereal boxes and magazines to playing cards. She currently is continuing school to finish her degree in Illustration.