Known for his colorful paintings, most often depicting strong women, Dan's work spans a variety of genres including novels, comics and film. He has worked for clients such as Disney, Universal Studios, Saatchi & Saatchi, Scholastic Books, The Greenwich Workshop, Penguin Books, Random House, Tor books, UpperDeck, Wizards of the Coast, and DC Comics.
Dan has been the recipient of many awards, including the 2007 Jack Gaughan Award for Best Emerging Artist, the Chesley Award winner for Best Paperback Cover of 2007, and Gold and Silver Medals from Spectrum: The Best in Contemporary Fantastic Art. His illustrations have graced the #1 spot on the New York Times Best Seller list numerous times.
Aside from freelance illustration, Dan also enjoys teaching. He has lectured all over the country at various workshops, and is the founder of Muddy Colors. He currently resides in Greensboro, NC where he lives with his Wife and two sons.
Indeed! I take a break from reading MC for a little bit and suddenly there's a poster by one of my favorite artists about one of my favorite shows? Where do I send my check, poster tube and prepaid UPS label??
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Is there any way to get a print from Dark Horse or you, if you're not at NYCC?
Tombraider! 🙂
Those are great Dan!
Jennifer, DH gave me about 100 to take home. I'll figure out some way to get them to people soon.
Yes! I, in the frozen north of North Dakota, would love to have one!
This Tennessean would really love to have a chance at getting one from you Dan. DH sure was kind to give you a stack to take back home.
Indeed! I take a break from reading MC for a little bit and suddenly there's a poster by one of my favorite artists about one of my favorite shows? Where do I send my check, poster tube and prepaid UPS label??