Walls are Un-American

Here's a little meditation on symbols. Without a doubt, the American bald eagle is a powerful representation of the freedom which America stands for. In contrast,  the current U.S. president is glorifying the idea of building a "big beautiful wall" - which would run along our southern border with Mexico. To my mind, a project of such monumental proportion would create a different sort of symbol for the United States. I would argue that walls are completely incongruous with the freedom our country so proudly promotes. Please check out more illustrations at my new site!

Harvard Advocate

Here's a new piece for Harvard Magazine. It accompanies a story about how various clubs on campus are evolving towards more diversity and inclusiveness. The Harvard Advocate, which is a club for writers is represented in this group portrait.Thanks to art director, Jennifer Carling, for a super fun assignment! Please check out my new website here!

Illustration detail

Below are sketched I submitted for this assignment:

Take Action!

Macalester College is an excellent liberal arts college located in St. Paul, Minnesota. They asked me to illustrate a story for their alumni magazine, addressing how we as citizens can make a difference in unsettling political times. Our actions can influence society in a positive way. Thanks to art directer, Brian Donahue for this very timely assignment. Please check out my new website here

Organizing a protest can bring attention to important societal issues

Writing a letter to the editor can influence public opinion.

Getting the ear of your representative can influence their actions

Joining a giving circle can pool together donations to worthy causes.

In the Pocket

I illustrated some new designs jeans! You can view more fun portraits at my new site.

What's Under the Rug?

In recognition of tax season,  here's a new portrait of the President of the United States. 

You can view more new stuff out my new illustration site!

Life As I See It

I always carry a small sketchbook which is dedicated to capturing little moments in time.  I hope you enjoy these recent observations! You can view a big collection of sketchbook drawings here, at my new site!

Long Distance Lovers

I created this mixed-media piece for an invitational art exhibition in Erie, PA at the Renaissance Centre. The show is called Post-Romance: Artists' Valentines. Curator Laurence Walzcak asked for artwork exploring expressions & notions of love, romance, mating, passion & longing. My entry is titled Long Distance Lovers. The opening is on February 11th, and runs weekends through the 25th. 

Here's a dealt of the piece. The original measures 12" by 12"

Thanks to Laurence for including me in the exhibit!

Happy Valentine's Day!