Beth Andrews is a native North Carolinian with roots in the Northwestern part of the Blue Ridge mountains which date back to the 1700s. As a child, serious health problems resulted in long stays in the hospital, and it was during that period that she was given an oil painting set. The process of creating art became a window to a world of light, color and possibilities. It also led to a lifelong interest and involvement in the Arts for Health movement.

She pursued her studies at UNC-Greensboro where she obtained a fine arts degree in painting and printmaking with a secondary interest in pottery. After graduating, she worked as a resident artist for the NC Arts Council "Third Century Artists" program---placing artists across the state to help develop local arts resources and develop new initiatives.

Professionally, Andrews has worked as a graphic designer and illustrator for over 30 years. In 2004 she returned to the mountains and refocused her attention on painting and exhibiting.