I have over 17 years of experience bringing children’s stories to life through warm, whimsical, engaging illustrations created with watercolor, mixed media, and pen & ink.

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I have over 17 years of experience bringing children’s stories to life through warm, whimsical, engaging illustrations created with watercolor, mixed media, and pen & ink. My work is rooted in story-telling—translating narrative themes and characters into visuals that captivate young readers.

In remote work environments, I’m highly communicative, responsive, and collaborative, ensuring a smooth and transparent creative process while delivering results aligned to project goals.

  • Joined July 2026

Industry experience

  • Education
  • Media & Entertainment
  • Non-Profit Organization
  • Professional Services

Projects · 3

Written by Faye Couch Reeves, this collection of stories, memories, musings, and devotions that reflect the art of sewing as part of God’s plan. This is not a book about sewing, it is an analogy for a life of faith.

  • Book Cover Designer
  • Book Illustrator

Written by Jennifer Gregory, this book is about a young girl’s quest. Available as an E-book. Cover art by Maria Gifford

  • Book Cover Designer
  • Book Illustrator

Written by E.N. Quinlan, an illustrated poetry collection inviting readers into the world of a deaf and hard of hearing family.

  • Book Illustrator

Work experience

Adjunct Faculty (Course Instruction, Mentoring & Curriculum Development) · Anderson University (Fine Art & Communications)Jan 2024 – Present · 2 yrs 11 mos

Instruction, mentoring, and curriculum development for courses including: Communication through Social Media, Digital Design, Graphic Design, Typography, and Drawing. (Dates span 2024–present as listed.)

Assistant Director of Marketing · Anderson UniversityJan 2023 – Present · 3 yrs 11 mos

Develop and execute comprehensive marketing strategies and campaigns aligned with institutional goals and objectives. Lead, mentor, and manage a high-performing marketing team to foster a collaborative, results-driven work environment. Monitor brand consistency across marketing channels and materials to ensure cohesive messaging and presentation.

Adjunct Faculty (Instruction & Curriculum Development) · Ivy Tech Community CollegeJan 2020 – Jan 2024 · 4 yrs 1 mo

Instruction and curriculum development for Design Fundamentals courses, including Web & Social Media.

Education

Master of Worship Studies · Liberty University2009 – 2011
Bachelor of Fine Art in Art, Graphic Design · Ball State University1998 – 2001

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