Duration: Four years.

Staff: During the day I'm a senior art director for VML, and in the off-hours I have my own gig, mostly doing branding, illustration, posters or album art.

Education: BFA in graphic design from Fort Hays State University.

Cultural Influences: I watch a lot of Woody Allen, whose wit I'll never match, but I foolishly try.

Environment: Kansas City is one of the most underrated cities in the country. You may think you have good BBQ in your state, but you are mistaken.

Philosophy: The key to a happy life is knowing when to walk away. That sounds more cynical than it is in practice.