Tycho Dwelis

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I'm Tycho Dwelis, an award-winning author and illustrator with 9 years of experience in book publishing, illustration, and scriptwriting for comics, animation, and games.

About

I’m Tycho Dwelis, an award-winning author and illustrator with 9 years of experience in book publishing, illustration, and scriptwriting for comics, animation, and games. I enjoy helping students challenge themselves technically and dive into the world of visual development as an adjunct professor. As a freelance illustrator, I specialize in concept art and book illustration, aiming to deliver high-quality and engaging work that exceeds client expectations.

Whether it’s delving into fantasy, dystopian worlds, or human emotions in contemporary fiction, I strive to captivate readers with my words. With a unique voice and dedication to my craft, I am committed to creating unforgettable stories that leave a lasting impact.

  • Joined June 2025

Industry experience

  • Media & Entertainment
  • Education
  • Gaming
  • Professional Services
  • Software & Internet

Projects · 2

A collection of book cover illustrations done for various projects. photo bookcover illustration illustrator designer

  • Book Cover Designer
  • Book Illustrator

My visual development portfolio for 2025 featuring a dark fantasy video game concept based on one of my novels. This portfolio was an Academy of Art University Student Show nominee. illustrator conceptartist conceptart characterdesign environment prop storyboard colorscript

  • Concept Artist
  • Illustrator

Work experience

Adjunct Professor - Visual Development · Rocky Mountain College of Art + DesignJan 2023 – Jun 2024 · 1 yr 6 mos

As an adjunct professor, I help students challenge themselves technically, learn new skills, and dive into the world of visual development in the Game Art and Animation departments. I teach classes that span digital painting, concept art, storytelling, and creative development.

Author · Self-employedJan 2017 – Jun 2024 · 7 yrs 6 mos

Whether it's delving into fantasy, dystopia, or capturing human emotions in contemporary fiction, I strive to captivate readers with my words. With a unique voice and dedication to honing my craft, I create unforgettable stories that leave a lasting impact.

Freelance Illustrator · Self-employedJan 2017 – Jun 2024 · 7 yrs 6 mos

As a freelance illustrator, I specialize in concept art and book illustration. Whether it's creating character designs, illustrating book covers, or visualizing concepts, I am dedicated to delivering high-quality and engaging illustrations that exceed client expectations.

Education

MA · Academy of Art University2023 – 2025
Masters · George Washington University2017 – 2019
BFA · Rocky Mountain College of Art + Design2012 – 2016

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