Matthew La Fleur

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I am a very versatile, collaborative, adventurous, and fun illustrator with whom to work. I can adapt my style to fit nearly any style you are seeking.

About

I am a very versatile, collaborative, adventurous, and fun illustrator with whom to work. I can adapt my style to fit nearly any style you are seeking. I have created illustrations, logos and designs for clients such as W.W. Grainger, Inc., Sketchbook Brewing Co., Transient Artisan Ales, North Shore Cider Co., The Wall Street Journal, and many more. And I have illustrated four children’s books: The Toothless Fairy, The Isle of Stuck Faces, A Magnificent Misunderstanding, and From Earth to Eris.

  • Joined September 2025

Languages

  • EnglishFluent

Industry experience

  • Media & Entertainment
  • Professional Services

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Projects · 4

From Earth to Eris

Written By Gregory Bradley and I am the illustrator

  • Book Cover Designer
  • Children’s Book Illustrator
  • Designer
A Magnificent Misunderstanding

Written by Molly Raske and I am the illustrator and graphicdesigner

  • Book Cover Designer
  • Children’s Book Illustrator
  • Graphic Designer
The Isle of Stuck Faces

Working with author Brooke Saucier, we created an 80+ page epic tome. I designed all of the characters, and we separated the story into 4 segments for ease of reading to younger kids. It spins the tale of Steve “Stick” Vizage, a young boy who loves to express himself—not always pleasantly—by making faces. Stick’s dream weekend takes a turn when he comes face to face with his babysitter, the imposing MADAME MUGG, who warns him about the dire consequences of his face-making ways. Adventure ensues as Mugg teaches Stick important lessons about manners, mannerisms, and treating others with respect. illustrator

  • Children’s Book Illustrator
Illustration Portfolio

Here is a PDF of a vast array of my illustration projects. Download to view!

  • Art Director
  • Artist
  • Character Designer
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Work experience

VP Creative Director · Trend PublishingNov 2007 – Present · 19 yrs 1 mo

Layout and design of two monthly magazines and an annual directory with over 200 pages. Art direction and production of sketches, photos, layouts, ideas, for senior staff. Maintain brand visuals and identities across platforms. Conceptualize, design and art direct media planner, advertisements, direct mail, brochures, sales aids. Video editing and production of YouTube content. Art direction of all internet-based sites, social media, promotions. Photography, retouching and color correction.

Illustration / Design Freelance · Self-Employed / FreelanceDec 1996 – Present · 30 yrs

Created illustrations, logos and designs for clients such as W.W. Grainger, Inc., Sketchbook Brewing Co., The Wall Street Journal, and many more. Illustrated four children’s books: The Toothless Fairy, The Isle of Stuck Faces, A Magnificent Misunderstanding, and From Earth to Eris.

Education

BFA in Illustration · Syracuse University, College of Visual & Performing Arts1992 – 1996

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