Dr. Alison Bracker is an independent art historian specializing in modern and contemporary art. She taught art and cultural history at English universities before undertaking a post-doctoral fellowship in contemporary art conservation at the Royal College of Art and Victoria & Albert Museum. She then ran the Royal Academy of Arts' Events and Lectures Program, exploring the museum's exhibitions through celebrated speakers on culture, society, the arts, history, politics, food, fashion, and literature. Alison combines her passion for cultural history with her background in the travel industry. She began her career by developing European tours for major tour operators, has published travel articles, has advised international travelers as a destination expert online for nearly 20 years, and guides for Context. While continuing to lecture and publish on modern and contemporary art and artists, she is an enthusiastic traveler who loves street photography and immersing herself in cities via their art, food, and wine. After a childhood in Los Angeles and 25 years in England, Alison now lives in Nice, France.