Ethan is a multi-award-winning illustrator currently living in scenic eastern Idaho. From helping design a children’s school to having works featured at the New York Metropolitan Museum. His works has spanned multiple continents and projects with 60+ published works under his belt, Ethan focuses on an emphasis of heartfelt life and whimsy. Married with two wonderful sugar bugs, three Guinea pigs, and a teeny tiny mouse. Ethan spends most of his days painting, enjoying the beautiful outdoors, and searching for the ever-elusive desert gnomes.” ~What people are saying about Ethan~ "I hired Ethan to illustrate my children’s book. Working with him was such a pleasure! He is extremely talented, creative, kind, thorough, and prompt! He was patient, and understanding, and walked me through the entire process as I’m a complete newbie to this game. The illustrations were not just BEAUTIFUL but so well thought out! He truly brought my story to life and made it even better than I could’ve ever imagined! I can’t thank him enough and look forward to working with him on more projects! Sorry Ethan you’re stuck with me!” ~Danielle “Ethan is an outstanding artist, who understands how to capture the emotion of a character. My husband and myself have worked with him for the last couple of months and have found him to be attentive, responsible, and always follows through with what he says he will do. He is amazing to work with. Short and sweet I highly recommend Ethan!! He is fantastic and super talented! We will surely be hiring Ethan again!" ~Brooke “Honestly, I have worked with a lot of freelance artists and Ethan truly checks all of the boxes that someone is looking for when hiring an artist. His professionalism, attention to detail, communication, and follow-through are just some of the reasons I would recommend Ethan, and will definitely be hiring him again soon. Ethan was absolutely dedicated to bringing the vision to life and he is a true creative catch for anyone trying to enhance their project in a timely fashion. Thanks again Ethan and we will be reaching out soon!" ~JD

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Ethan is a multi-award-winning illustrator currently living in scenic eastern Idaho. From helping design a children’s school to having works featured at the New York Metropolitan Museum. His works has spanned multiple continents and projects with 60+ published works under his belt, Ethan focuses on an emphasis of heartfelt life and whimsy. Married with two wonderful sugar bugs, three Guinea pigs, and a teeny tiny mouse. Ethan spends most of his days painting, enjoying the beautiful outdoors, and searching for the ever-elusive desert gnomes.” ~What people are saying about Ethan~ "I hired Ethan to illustrate my children’s book. Working with him was such a pleasure! He is extremely talented, creative, kind, thorough, and prompt! He was patient, and understanding, and walked me through the entire process as I’m a complete newbie to this game. The illustrations were not just BEAUTIFUL but so well thought out! He truly brought my story to life and made it even better than I could’ve ever imagined! I can’t thank him enough and look forward to working with him on more projects! Sorry Ethan you’re stuck with me!” ~Danielle “Ethan is an outstanding artist, who understands how to capture the emotion of a character. My husband and myself have worked with him for the last couple of months and have found him to be attentive, responsible, and always follows through with what he says he will do. He is amazing to work with. Short and sweet I highly recommend Ethan!! He is fantastic and super talented! We will surely be hiring Ethan again!" ~Brooke “Honestly, I have worked with a lot of freelance artists and Ethan truly checks all of the boxes that someone is looking for when hiring an artist. His professionalism, attention to detail, communication, and follow-through are just some of the reasons I would recommend Ethan, and will definitely be hiring him again soon. Ethan was absolutely dedicated to bringing the vision to life and he is a true creative catch for anyone trying to enhance their project in a timely fashion. Thanks again Ethan and we will be reaching out soon!" ~JD

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Ethan is a multi-award-winning illustrator currently living in scenic eastern Idaho.
From helping design a children’s school to having works featured at the New York Metropolitan Museum. His works has spanned multiple continents and projects with 60+ published works under his belt, Ethan focuses on an emphasis of heartfelt life and whimsy.

Married with two wonderful sugar bugs, three Guinea pigs, and a teeny tiny mouse.

Ethan spends most of his days painting, enjoying the beautiful outdoors, and searching for the ever-elusive desert gnomes.”

~What people are saying about Ethan~

"I hired Ethan to illustrate my children’s book. Working with him was such a pleasure! He is extremely talented, creative, kind, thorough, and prompt! He was patient, and understanding, and walked me through the entire process as I’m a complete newbie to this game. The illustrations were not just BEAUTIFUL but so well thought out! He truly brought my story to life and made it even better than I could’ve ever imagined! I can’t thank him enough and look forward to working with him on more projects! Sorry Ethan you’re stuck with me!”
~Danielle

“Ethan is an outstanding artist, who understands how to capture the emotion of a character.
My husband and myself have worked with him for the last couple of months and have found him to be attentive, responsible, and always follows through with what he says he will do.
He is amazing to work with.
Short and sweet I highly recommend Ethan!! He is fantastic and super talented! We will surely be hiring Ethan again!"
~Brooke

“Honestly, I have worked with a lot of freelance artists and Ethan truly checks all of the boxes that someone is looking for when hiring an artist.
His professionalism, attention to detail, communication, and follow-through are just some of the reasons I would recommend Ethan, and will definitely be hiring him again soon.
Ethan was absolutely dedicated to bringing the vision to life and he is a true creative catch for anyone trying to enhance their project in a timely fashion.

Thanks again Ethan and we will be reaching out soon!"
~JD

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Language

English
Fluent

Work Experience

Art director at Stories Untold
February 5, 2017 - Present
Helped build a professional creative pipeline for new and existing clients.
Illustrator at Seymour Agency
January 12, 2022 - Present
Represented by the multi-acclaimed agency. Helping them build illustrations in a fun and whimsical fashion.
Children's Illustrator at Freelance
January 9, 2017 - Present
Freelance children’s illustrator with a cozy, heartfelt, and whimsical style

Education

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Qualifications

Mom’s Choice Award
July 9, 2020 - August 7, 2025
Family Choice Award
May 11, 2021 - August 7, 2025
SCBWI 1st place winner for best Illustrator Portfolio
February 18, 2022 - August 7, 2025
Literary Titan Award for excellence
September 14, 2023 - August 7, 2025

Industry Experience

Media & Entertainment, Non-Profit Organization, Professional Services
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