Veronica Swain earnerd her degree in Illustration from Western Connecticut State University . She currently is the Resident Artist for local business Homeward Bound, where her work can be seen in all three branches of the store. Veronica is continually developing work for gallery showings. She has been with ESCAPE since 2006, where she teaches a wide variety of classes including leadership development, service learning, and art.

Veronica also has a business creating illustrations, murals, and other creative services. She strongly believes art is a catalyst for growth and healing.