What I Do

  • Primitive Tools
  • For over thirty years I have freelanced as a graphic designer and illustrator. I have contracted with large corporations, small businesses, and non-profit organizations. My design studio, Primitive Tools, is a collaborative of individuals with expertise in graphic design, editorial coordination, page layout, and production. I enjoy working with my publishing clients. However, I'm always on the prowl for different creative challenges, too.


  • The Scribbles Institute
  • A number of years ago, I rolled up my sleeves, learned basic HTML (a major left-brain challenge!) and put together the Scribbles Institute Web site. I started the Scribbles Institute to help students, parents, and teachers learn about drawing and visual art. With help from my favorite test pilots, I continue to create content and products that help people use drawing for work, school, and enjoyment.


  • DoodleZine
  • I started DoodleZine, the magazine for young artists, to help children realize their innate drawing abilities, develop confident drawing skills, and to transfer their drawing skills to academic and everyday life.

  • My Drawings
  • And of course, there is my passion: drawing! drawing! drawing! Please check out my latest explorations and investigations of the world inside and outside of my head. Please feel free to leave your comments. Enjoy!