Hi, I’m Adam Goodman, a passionate illustrator and visual artist based in Philadelphia. I specialize in creating unique and engaging artwork using a variety of techniques including paper-mache, cut-paper collage, and digital tools like Photoshop and InDesign. I’ve had the pleasure of illustrating children’s books, designing book covers, and contributing to local art catalogs, all while sharing my love of art through teaching. Aside from freelancing, I work at the Philadelphia Museum of Art, where I combine my knowledge of art with excellent customer service. I enjoy turning my creativity into products and projects that inspire and engage others. I’m always excited to explore new artistic challenges and opportunities to grow my skills in illustration and beyond.

Adam Philip Goodman

Hi, I’m Adam Goodman, a passionate illustrator and visual artist based in Philadelphia. I specialize in creating unique and engaging artwork using a variety of techniques including paper-mache, cut-paper collage, and digital tools like Photoshop and InDesign. I’ve had the pleasure of illustrating children’s books, designing book covers, and contributing to local art catalogs, all while sharing my love of art through teaching. Aside from freelancing, I work at the Philadelphia Museum of Art, where I combine my knowledge of art with excellent customer service. I enjoy turning my creativity into products and projects that inspire and engage others. I’m always excited to explore new artistic challenges and opportunities to grow my skills in illustration and beyond.

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Hi, I’m Adam Goodman, a passionate illustrator and visual artist based in Philadelphia. I specialize in creating unique and engaging artwork using a variety of techniques including paper-mache, cut-paper collage, and digital tools like Photoshop and InDesign. I’ve had the pleasure of illustrating children’s books, designing book covers, and contributing to local art catalogs, all while sharing my love of art through teaching.

Aside from freelancing, I work at the Philadelphia Museum of Art, where I combine my knowledge of art with excellent customer service. I enjoy turning my creativity into products and projects that inspire and engage others. I’m always excited to explore new artistic challenges and opportunities to grow my skills in illustration and beyond.

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Work Experience

Illustrator / Freelance
May 1, 2023 - Present
Designed book cover for Carolyn Stratton’s self-help book "Finding Your Multiplier" using paper-mache and digital composition tools. Illustrated and formatted an 18-page children's book "We’ll Catch You If You Fall" using cut-paper collage and digital design software. Featured illustrator for the Visual Art Center of Richmond’s Fall 2023 Class Catalogue, including cover art and spot illustrations, and designed promotional materials for 2024.
Visitor Services Assistant at Philadelphia Museum of Art
November 1, 2023 - Present
Provided exceptional customer service with in-depth knowledge of exhibitions, permanent collection, and events. Managed ticket and membership sales using Accesso SiriusWare. Occasionally staffed the Rodin Museum’s admission desk and handled merchandise sales in the gift shop.
Production & Framing Assistant at Vinylux
September 30, 2023 - July 30, 2025
Utilized CNC machines and hand tools to create a variety of vinyl record products including clocks and coasters for wholesale. Assembled custom framed records for direct orders ensuring high quality and customer satisfaction. Managed large framing projects such as the SiriusXM anniversary program assembling 75-100 custom awards.
Art Instructor at Abrakadoodle, Inc.
August 31, 2022 - July 30, 2025
Taught after-school art classes to students aged 11-14 focusing on watercolor, acrylic, collage, and clay techniques. Managed diverse class sizes while fostering creativity and teaching about various art styles. Worked with special education students in partnership with Learning for Independence program.

Education

Bachelor of Fine Arts at Virginia Commonwealth University
August 1, 2017 - December 31, 2020
Semester Abroad at Elisava School of Design and Engineering
September 1, 2019 - December 31, 2019

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Industry Experience

Media & Entertainment, Education, Retail, Manufacturing