For over 35 years, I’ve built my career—and my business—around a deep love for art, especially drawing.
I started out chasing dreams in the film industry as a special effects makeup artist, but along the way,
I discovered a surprising path in toy and product development.
Clients often describe me as a chameleon—able to adapt, solve problems creatively, and bring their visions to life.
I wear many hats including muralist, airbrush artist, graphic designer, teacher, coach, and much more.
Being self-employed has taught me a lifetime’s worth of lessons, and now, I find immense joy in sharing
that wisdom. Whether I’m teaching a class or workshop, coaching a young or seasoned artist, or speaking at a professional event, I’m passionate about helping artists build their own path in the art world,
turning their talent into a sustainable, fulfilling career.
-Cheers, John
I started out chasing dreams in the film industry as a special effects makeup artist, but along the way,
I discovered a surprising path in toy and product development.
Clients often describe me as a chameleon—able to adapt, solve problems creatively, and bring their visions to life.
I wear many hats including muralist, airbrush artist, graphic designer, teacher, coach, and much more.
Being self-employed has taught me a lifetime’s worth of lessons, and now, I find immense joy in sharing
that wisdom. Whether I’m teaching a class or workshop, coaching a young or seasoned artist, or speaking at a professional event, I’m passionate about helping artists build their own path in the art world,
turning their talent into a sustainable, fulfilling career.
-Cheers, John
Distinctions
* Board Member, Self Employment in the Arts (SEA)
* Author/Influencer, The Breakthrough Creative podcast & YouTube Channel
* LCD Team Member, background art for Dungeons & Dragons Stern pinball game (released 2025)
* Illustrator, Rookie Rescuer Workbook
* Board Member, Self Employment in the Arts (SEA)
* Author/Influencer, The Breakthrough Creative podcast & YouTube Channel
* LCD Team Member, background art for Dungeons & Dragons Stern pinball game (released 2025)
* Illustrator, Rookie Rescuer Workbook
A few clients...
