Since I could pick up a pencil, I've been drawing (at least that's what my mom says). My work has progressed since then, but has never lost its sense of childhood fantasy and imagination. I love figurative drawing and detail, which can be seen in my costume illustration, children's picture book illustration, fantasy art and concept art. For additional samples of my work, please visit my website, below. www.russelldauterman.com Whimsy, realism, fantasy and the human form drive my art. My strengths lie in these areas, as I love figurative drawing and detail. Both of these aspects can be seen in my costume illustration, children's picture book illustration, fantasy art and conceptual art. I hand-draw all of my work and complete illustrations either by hand or by using digital programs like Corel Painter and Adobe Photoshop. I am also skilled in pencil, marker rendering, watercolor, life drawing and other traditional techniques. Currently, I am working on my Masters of Fine Arts