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35+ years as an illustrator and designer for print, film and games- mainly children or educational subjects. Mostly work in traditional media but have done a good amount of digital. Also have taught my profession for over 25 years in mostly college, but also high/middle school . Above url features some of my work.
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Language
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Work Experience
Wine Supervisor at Total Wine & More
August 1, 2015 - PresentOversee product flow from delivery to customer; manage wine and spirits sales team; run tasting bar; conduct educational classes for wine/spirits/beer; coordinate outside tasting programs; certified expert through company program.
Lead Teacher/ CEO at Have Wine, Will Travel LLC
November 1, 2020 - PresentEducational classes in wine and spirits for private groups; theme-driven private classes for homes or community centers; SaddleBrooke Ranch among venues; some classes broadcast across multiple states.
Illustrator/ Author at Lima Bear Press & Independent Publishers
June 1, 2006 - PresentIllustrator and author for The Lima Bear Stories; provide art from concept to finish; authored and illustrated A Pet for Captain Barnacles and Colin Makes a Friend; illustrated The Silly Zoo (Is All I Can Say) and A Troll’s Story.
Instructor at The Rising School (TRS)
May 31, 2015 - September 8, 2025Wrote and taught curriculum in History, Art, and PE; assisted in History curriculum and art appreciation; led after-school programs including Yearbook; interim/assistant principal when needed.
Instructor at The Rising School (TRS)
June 1, 2019 - September 8, 2025Taught curriculum in History and Art; contributed to fantasy film and media studies; led after-school programs and governance activities.
Instructor at Arts Plus Academy
July 31, 2018 - September 8, 2025Private art lessons for adults and teens in traditional media; focus on art and design.
Instructor at Southwest University of the Visual Arts
January 31, 2003 - September 8, 2025Instructor in illustration and animation; taught traditional illustration, 2D animation, character design, painting, and related topics; contributed to curriculum development.
Instructor at Southwest University of the Visual Arts
August 31, 2013 - September 8, 2025Same role as above focusing on commercial art education and program development; continued teaching after 2003 with additional responsibilities.
Freelance Scorekeeper/ Scout at Baseball Info Solutions
April 1, 2008 - September 8, 2025Pitch-by-pitch, action-by-action data collection for AAA teams; data used for scouting, analysis, video games, and trading cards.
Freelance Scorekeeper/ Scout at Baseball Info Solutions
September 30, 2018 - September 8, 2025Seasonal data collection during April-September across multiple years; repeated engagements.
Program Leader at Boys’ and Girls’ Club of El Dorado County/ Western Slope
August 1, 2005 - September 8, 2025Led various programs for multiple age groups; activities included art, cooking, nature study, baseball, billiards; tutoring and leadership.
Artist at Gizmo Gypsies
October 1, 1998 - September 8, 2025Artwork for edutainment products; lead on The Little Wizard project; contributed to animation and character art; worked with Bandai, AT&T, PBS Kids Online.
Wine Supervisor at Total Wine and More
August 1, 2015 - PresentResponsible for product flow of wines and spirits from delivery to the customer; manages the wine and spirits sales team; oversees outside tasting programs; certified expert in wine and spirits; runs the tasting bar and teaches educational classes in wine, spirits, and beer for the public.
Lead Teacher / CEO at Have Wine, Will Travel LLC
November 1, 2020 - PresentEducational classes in wine and spirits for private groups; all subjects covered for home or community center classes; client selects theme and we collaborate on class/tasting; venues include SaddleBrooke Ranch and programs broadcast across multiple states.
Illustrator / Author at Lima Bear Press (and independent publishers)
June 1, 2006 - PresentIllustrator and author for The Lima Bear Stories; creates art from concept to finish for children's books; authored and illustrated A Pet for Captain Barnacles and Colin Makes a Friend; illustrated The Silly Zoo (Is All I Can Say) and A Troll’s Story.
Instructor at The Rising School
May 1, 2015 - September 8, 2025Wrote and taught curriculum based on state standards in History, Art, and Physical Education; assisted in History curriculum and art appreciation; headed after-school programs including Yearbook; interim leadership role during principal absence; member of leadership team and Student Council guidance.
Instructor at Arts Plus Academy
July 1, 2018 - September 8, 2025Private art lessons for adults and teens in various traditional media; focus on individualized instruction.
Instructor at Southwest University of the Visual Arts
January 1, 2003 - September 8, 2025Instructor in illustration and animation; taught traditional illustration, 2D animation, character design, foundation drawing, painting, design, and storytelling; contributed to curriculum development and program design.
Instructor at Southwest University of the Visual Arts
August 1, 2013 - September 8, 2025Re-employed to teach across illustration and animation disciplines; contributed to program development and awards as top instructor.
Artist at Gizmo Gypsies
October 1, 1998 - September 8, 2025Edutainment product development; lead for story and character concept art; traditional and digital art and animation; involved in multiple projects including The Little Wizard.
Program Leader at Boys' and Girls' Club of El Dorado County / Western Slope
August 1, 2005 - September 8, 2025Led programs for varied ages in art, cooking, nature study, baseball, billiards; tutoring for school studies.
Freelance Scorekeeper / Scout at Baseball Info Solutions
April 1, 2008 - September 8, 2025Pitch-by-pitch, action-by-action data collection for AAA teams; data used for scouting, analysis, video games, and trading cards.
Freelance Scorekeeper / Scout at Baseball Info Solutions
January 1, 2018 - September 8, 2025Seasonal work (April–September each year) with on-field data collection and post-game data entry.
Program Leader at Boys' and Girls' Club of El Dorado County/ Western Slope
August 1, 2005 - September 8, 2025Led a variety of programs for multiple age groups including arts, outdoor activities, tutoring, and leadership.
Instructor at Southwest University of the Visual Arts
January 1, 2003 - September 8, 2025Instructor in illustration and animation; contributed to top teaching programs and curriculum.
Education
BS at San Jose State University
September 1, 1990 - December 1, 1993AA at De Anza Community College
September 1, 1987 - June 1, 1990BS in Illustration at San Jose State University
September 1, 1990 - December 1, 1993Studies in 2D Animation and Graphic Design at De Anza Community College
September 1, 1987 - June 1, 1990Qualifications
Wine & Spirits Certification
January 11, 2030 - September 8, 2025Certified expert in wine and spirits
January 11, 2030 - September 8, 2025Industry Experience
Retail, Education, Media & Entertainment, Professional Services, Other
Experience Level
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Beginner
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