Classic Illustration

I’m a freelance professional with more than 45 years of experience, based south of Minneapolis, Minnesota. While I occasionally explored full-time positions, independent work has always been the best fit for my creativity, discipline, and work style. I manage my own schedule efficiently and consistently deliver completed projects on time.
Here are a few things I have done:

Publishing & Illustration:
Children's Books
The Dangers of Strangers
Johnny Valentine
The Duke Who Outlawed Jellybeans (1991)
The Day They Put a Tax on Rainbows (1992)
The Daddy Machine (1992)
A Concert in the Woods (W.A.D.S.O., 1984)

Adult Publishing
Cover illustration for The Length of the World (2004)
Zodiac series — twelve book covers (1975)

Sculpture & Collectible Design
Fairy Tale Castles — series of 4 sculptures (1995)
Gibson Girls — series of 5 sculptures (1986)
Historical Angels — series of 12 (1992)
Legendary Princesses — series of 3
Garden Birds Music Boxes — series of 3 (1991)
Knick Knack Kitty Cat — series of 4 collector plates (1996)
Decorative & Giftware Art
Garden Birds — series of 5 (1984–1988)
Great Fashions of History — series of 5 (1985)
Birdhouses in Bloom — series of 12 (1988)
Women of History / Historical Costume
Fashion and Flowers
Calendar frame mats (1995–1997)
Gift box illustration and design

Architectural & Commercial Artwork
Architectural diploma renderings (1972)
Pencil drawings for etched award designs

Media & Creative Practice
I work across a wide range of media and disciplines, including illustration, sculpture, decorative arts, publishing design, architectural rendering, and collectible product development.
I work across a wide range of media and disciplines, including illustration, sculpture, decorative arts, publishing design, architectural rendering, and collectible product development.

Work Terms

WHAT I HAVE TO OFFER: Illustration. I can work in Photoshop and Clip Studio Paint and understand what is needed for web and print. I also still work with (and prefer) traditional mediums when it is called for. Doing this for over 45 years, and realizing clients' ideas and concepts are some of my strongest skills.

PAYMENT METHOD: I like to go with Guru's SafePay Escrow right away. (For first-time connections, I actually insist). This ensures both of us protection and satisfaction if there are any disputes. Also, SafePay frees me up from any transaction fees and you can earn Loyalty Dollars.

COMMUNICATION: Very important. I think it is nice to communicate by phone at least once. If I am working on a project and thinking deeply about it, a phone call will not always get the attention you might want.

I have been a freelancer for over 35 years, and I love what I do. My favorite part of my work is realizing your ideas on paper (or canvas or computer), thrilling you with good work, and adding you as a friend. I know I can't please everyone, but if you have looked at my work and website, and you like what you see, chances are very good I can help you.

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