TEACHING

Associate Professor of Graphic Design & Illustration
University of Findlay
2008 to 2023

Courses taught:

  • Narrative Illustration
  • Conceptual Illustration
  • History of Visual Communication
  • Graphic Design, Typography, Image Manipulation
  • Website Design

Academic research topics:

  • Developing and Nurturing Creativity
  • Native American Iconography in Branding
  • Ethics and Diversity in Advertising
  • Service Learning

EDUCATION:

Master of Fine Arts in Graphic Design and Illustration
Marywood University
Thesis: Advertising and Design in Rural & Agricultural Markets

Bachelor of Fine Arts in Illustration & Photography
Cleveland Institute of Art
Thesis: Editorial Illustration for Social Change

Certificate: Teacher of Higher Education
Community College of Morris


EXPERIENCE

For over 30-years I worked as an Art Director, Graphic Designer and Web Developer in publishing and advertising, winning multiple communication design awards. Client included ADT, M&M Mars, Johnson & Johnson, Oscar de la Rentá, US Army, and Verizon Wireless.

I am now a freelance graphic designer specializing in marketing and promoting small businesses and non-profit organizations.

Curriculum Vitae  (pdf)