Venecia was raised in Lexington, Kentucky. She grew up heavily involved in sports, but also seemed to always have a camera or a journal in her hand!

At the University of Kentucky, Venecia graduated with a double major in English & Secondary English Education. She took so many creative writing classes that she also landed a minor in Creative Writing!

After graduating, Venecia taught Language & Literature for three years at Tates Creek Middle School. While there, she coached the cheerleading team, organized a poetry slam, and facilitated a book donation with the local bookstore, Joesph Beth. 

In her spare time, Venecia can be found reading, writing, watching documentaries, or holding her nephew, Prince (sometimes all at the same time)! She cannot wait to join SCAPA's community of young writers!