My name is Mars and I am an illustrator and writer living and working in Cleveland, Ohio.
Projects that I am seeking out and most excited to work on include picture books, graphic narratives, editorial illustrations, character designs and lots more!
I love experimenting with a variety of mediums, depending on what a particular piece calls for. I think my favorite tools to pull out of the box are colored pencils, gouache, and collage! I am interested in projects that are full of humor, whimsy, and stories centering LGBTQ+ characters, friendship, and silly creatures.
On the chill days, you can find me hanging out with my two cats (Tanji and BMO,) riding my bike around town, or in the printmaking studio.
I look forward to working with you!
Hello there,
Awards and Recognitions:
BFA in Illustration, Creative Writing minor, Cleveland Institute of Art, 2023
Robert E. Morrow '46 and Barbara Price Morrow '43 Scholarship for Excellence in Illustration (CIA)
Gund Family Scholarship (CIA)
Student Independent Exhibition 77 (CIA)
Clients Include:
American Greetings
TNT
Warner Media
Rock and Roll Hall of Fame
PK Financial
The Grog Shop
The Cleveland Institute of Art