Welcome to Winter Soul Studios!

History: Since I was raised in Colorado, right across the street from a field of open space, nature and animals have always stirred my imagination. Just by looking closely at a patch of tall grass, a whole world of strange and varied characters, colors, landscapes, and creatures come pouring out. This is what attracted me to the field of illustration; each illustration is an opportunity to share about these fantastic worlds that are familiar, yet unknown.

As I set out into the art world, I decided to take on the name "Winter Soul Studios." WinterSoul has been a long time internet nickname, which in itself has a ton of personal meaning packed into it. (See my Patreon post "What's In A Name?" on this subject). Studios refers to the varied mediums that I work in, (quite literally I have to have two separate studio spaces for the different types of art). Plus, I very much enjoy collaborating with different artists on larger projects!

Aim of the Art: Overall, my aim is to help breathe life into worlds, creatures, and characters. Sometimes that means simply creating a lively sculpture of someone's pet, or painting an everyday scene of a fantastical creature. Other times I like to explore larger philosophical concepts and symbolism found in myth & folklore. In my style, I try to balance the use of realism/anatomy with the imaginative pieces, so that the viewer may experience the same vivid image that my client and I have in our minds. Regardless of project, the most important piece to me is that the viewer can feel a sort of liveliness, soul, or spirit in each piece of art.

Materials: Currently, my top two mediums are digital (for illustrations), and MonsterClay/resin (for sculpture). Every now and then, I'll experiment with new mediums to help open up my mind to seeing my process in a new light, and also to find new techniques. You can find out more about my process on the FAQ page

Projects: When I'm not working on commissions, I like to make time for side projects. Many of them are from my own imagination, such as the Cumulus Cats and Animantia Arcana. Other projects, such as the tarot decks, are done working with a whole team of artists. You can learn more about my top and all time favorite projects on the projects page.

Online Shop & Conventions: Winter Soul Studios began back in 2010, shortly after graduating from Rocky Mountain College of Art & Design. Originally the online shop was on Bigcartel, I later moved to Etsy in 2014. In 2022, I completely renovated my website, and decided to move shop back to the Bigcartel platform for a number of reasons, one of which was I felt this showcased my art and fit the design of my new website so well. Purchases from the shop go straight back to future projects and materials.

Although I have been taking a break from conventions, selling art at conventions has been one of my favorite activities in the past. Whether you purchase my art online or in person, your support really does means the world to me! It truly helps me to continue creating and it's been an honor to work with individuals throughout the years. Thank you to all who have supported Winter Soul Studios!

Here's a full list of conventions, festivals, and shows I have sold at. Check back in the future for planned shows!

2019: Denfur
2018: FanX Salt Lake Comic Convention
2018: Denfur
2017: Denver Comic Con
2016: Denver Comic Con
2016: Rocky Mountain Fur Con
2015: Denver Comic Con
2015: Rocky Mountain Fur Con
2015: Rainfurrest
2014: Denver Comic Con
2014: Rocky Mountain Fur Con
2014: Denver Pagan Pride
2013: Denver Comic Con
2013: Rocky Mountain Fur Con
2013: Denver Pagan Pride
2012: Rocky Mountain Fur Con
2011: Rocky Mountain Fur Con
2010: Rocky Mountain Fur Con