The Artist
"Steve's passion for creativity, design and being able to work on extremely diverse projects, coupled with his ruthless dedication to his work, make him one of the best illustrators you can find today. His ability to take criticism from those of us who are not experts in illustration and design, is a testament to his positive can-do attitude. Steve is treated with the utmost of respect by his peers and co-workers and has the ability to deal with many different personalities. In the 15 years that I have been priveleged to work with Steve, I can say without hesitation that Steve is one in a million and if you are wanting the best, look no further." –Joanne Fried, Director of U-Haul Public Relations.
I have been passionate about art ever since I could hold a crayon in my hand. It was obvious I had a natural talent for drawing when I was very young and spent most of my time exploring different ways to express my creativity. Throughout high school this became a problem because all I did in class was draw instead of my assignments.
Over the years I have established myself in the industry from the traditional illustrations for advertising agencies to the digital technology of today’s creative programs for corporate companies. With over 38 years of experience I am a well-seasoned graphic illustrator, designer, product developer, photographer, and author. My many forms of artwork have appeared in numerous published books, packaging, games, and toys around the world for a wide variety of clientele including: Universal Studios, Sony Pictures, U-Haul, Kangaroo Toy Manufacturing, Robert Kiyosaki: Author of Rich Dad Poor Dad, Micron Technology, and many more. Among my recognitions, I have been featured in magazines, newspapers, and books including the Adobe Illustrator WOW Book which showcases the world’s best artists and designers working in Adobe Illustrator.
Over the years I have established myself in the industry from the traditional illustrations for advertising agencies to the digital technology of today’s creative programs for corporate companies. With over 38 years of experience I am a well-seasoned graphic illustrator, designer, product developer, photographer, and author. My many forms of artwork have appeared in numerous published books, packaging, games, and toys around the world for a wide variety of clientele including: Universal Studios, Sony Pictures, U-Haul, Kangaroo Toy Manufacturing, Robert Kiyosaki: Author of Rich Dad Poor Dad, Micron Technology, and many more. Among my recognitions, I have been featured in magazines, newspapers, and books including the Adobe Illustrator WOW Book which showcases the world’s best artists and designers working in Adobe Illustrator.
Moving on
I am known for creating the detailed educational illustrations for U-Haul International, one of the most iconic and recognized brands in North America. I created the imaging campaign called "Supergraphics" Venture Across America/Canada (modern series) for 15 years from 1997 to 2013. U-Haul continues to reprint my graphics and apply them to there fleet each year and are still on the roads today.
My new ventures took me on a journey to new paths, including Game developing, toy product developing and packaging design. I am now a independent graphic illustrator/designer in all fields of commercial graphic design.
After working directly with leading scientists for the U-Haul educational illustrations I was inspired to write my own picture books to make learning fun while helping children understand science. My first Children's book, Have you ever Met a Morphosis? is an educational rhyming children's picture book that brings a butterfly's life cycle to life with a rhythmic writing style and imaginative illustrations.
