I'm Lawrence Lee, a Fort Worth-based visual artist and children's book illustrator with a passion for narrative illustration, character development, and visual storytelling. I strive to create expressive characters and cohesive visual worlds that resonate with young readers and support literacy, imagination, and connection. I earned an MFA from the Maryland Institute College of Art and a BFA in Painting from Texas A&M University–Commerce. My practice spans drawing, collage, and mixed media, and I have illustrated three children's books while teaching college-level art courses. This combination of studio and classroom experience informs a flexible, collaborative approach that aligns with editorial direction, project goals, and audience needs.…

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I'm Lawrence Lee, a Fort Worth-based visual artist and children's book illustrator with a passion for narrative illustration, character development, and visual storytelling. I strive to create expressive characters and cohesive visual worlds that resonate with young readers and support literacy, imagination, and connection. I earned an MFA from the Maryland Institute College of Art and a BFA in Painting from Texas A&M University–Commerce. My practice spans drawing, collage, and mixed media, and I have illustrated three children's books while teaching college-level art courses. This combination of studio and classroom experience informs a flexible, collaborative approach that aligns with editorial direction, project goals, and audience needs.…

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I’m Lawrence Lee, a Fort Worth-based visual artist and children’s book illustrator with a passion for narrative illustration, character development, and visual storytelling. I strive to create expressive characters and cohesive visual worlds that resonate with young readers and support literacy, imagination, and connection.

I earned an MFA from the Maryland Institute College of Art and a BFA in Painting from Texas A&M University–Commerce. My practice spans drawing, collage, and mixed media, and I have illustrated three children’s books while teaching college-level art courses. This combination of studio and classroom experience informs a flexible, collaborative approach that aligns with editorial direction, project goals, and audience needs.

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Language

English
Fluent

Work Experience

Art Teacher/Professor at Various institutions
January 1, 2004 - Present
Taught art at every grade level from pre-kindergarten to post graduate Art students since 2004.
Artist at Barry Whistler Gallery, Betty Moody Gallery, IAM Gallery and others
January 1, 2001 - Present
Exhibited artwork in galleries such as Barry Whistler in Dallas, Betty Moody Gallery in Houston, and IAM Gallery in New York. Artwork included in numerous prominent collections and galleries. Developed and completed personal projects including graphic novels and digital books, collaborating with award-winning authors and editors. Created commissioned designs such as station mascots, murals, and logos related to firefighting service.
Art Teacher/Professor
January 1, 2004 - Present
Taught art across all levels from pre-kindergarten through post-graduate students starting in 2004, engaging learners in traditional and digital art disciplines to develop their artistic skills and knowledge.
Art Teacher/Professor
January 1, 2004 - Present
Taught art education at all levels ranging from pre-kindergarten to post-graduate students, delivering inclusive art curricula and fostering artistic development across age groups. Active from 2004 to present.
Fire Fighter at Carrollton Fire Rescue
January 1, 2014 - Present
General Fire and EMS duties as well as serving as the Department's unofficial resident artist for murals and fire station logos and t-shirts.
Art Teacher/Professor at Educational Institutions
January 1, 2004 - January 1, 2014
Taught every grade level from pre-kindergarten to post graduate Art students.
Adjunct Professor of Art at Texas A&M University–Commerce
January 1, 2011 - January 1, 2011
Taught Art Practicum and Art Appreciation; courses included Art Practicum; Art Appreciation; engaged with diverse student populations and contributed to curriculum.
Adjunct Professor of Art at Eastfield College, Dallas County Community College District
January 1, 2013 - January 1, 2013
Taught Art Practicum and Art Appreciation; courses included Art Practicum; Art Appreciation.

Education

BFA Painting at Texas A&M - Commerce, Commerce, Texas
January 1, 1997 - December 31, 2002
MFA Fine Art at Maryland Institute College of Art, Baltimore Maryland
January 1, 2008 - December 31, 2010
BFA Painting at Texas A&M - Commerce, Commerce, Texas
January 1, 1997 - January 1, 2002
MFA Fine Art at Maryland Institute College of Art, Baltimore Maryland
January 1, 2008 - January 1, 2010
BFA Painting at Texas A&M - Commerce
January 1, 1997 - January 1, 2002
MFA Fine Art at Maryland Institute College of Art
January 1, 2008 - January 1, 2010
Bachelor of Fine Arts in Painting at Texas A&M University-Commerce
January 1, 1997 - January 1, 2002
Master of Fine Arts in Fine Art at Maryland Institute College of Art
January 1, 2008 - January 1, 2010
BFA Painting at Texas A&M-Commerce
January 1, 1997 - January 1, 2002
MFA Fine Art at Maryland Institute College of Art
January 1, 2008 - January 1, 2010
Master of Fine Arts (MFA) at Maryland Institute College of Art (MICA), Baltimore, MD
January 11, 2030 - January 12, 2026
Bachelor of Fine Arts (BFA) in Painting at Texas A&M University–Commerce, Commerce, TX
January 11, 2030 - January 12, 2026
Master of Fine Arts (MFA), Fine Arts at Maryland Institute College of Art (MICA), Baltimore, MD
January 11, 2030 - May 7, 2026
Bachelor of Fine Arts (BFA), Painting at Texas A&M University–Commerce
January 11, 2030 - May 7, 2026

Qualifications

Mount Royal Scholarship
January 1, 2009 - May 7, 2026
John Mitchell Grant Nominee
January 1, 2009 - May 7, 2026

Industry Experience

Education, Media & Entertainment, Professional Services, Other, Government, Consumer Goods
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