SE14 20" x 8"In the world of illustration, design and creative development, Shane is a multi-talented artist and visionary. This extremely busy young man graduated from Syracuse University School of Visual and Performing Arts in 1993 and then began traveling the world and working hard.
In addition to contract work in illustration, graphic design and web design for major companies, he has conceptualized and illustrated nearly 30 children’s books. His books have been featured on The Oprah Winfrey Show, The Today Show, NBA Inside Stuff, Reading Rainbow and Late Night with David Letterman. Shane has received much acclaim in the children’s literary field for his work on children’s books such as "Osceola," "The Way The Door Closes," "Shaq and the Beanstalk" and "Take It To The Hoop Magic Johnson." He was honored by First Lady Laura Bush at the 2002 National Book Festival and has received the Boston Globe-Horn Book Award and The Orbis Pictus Award for Outstanding Non-Fiction for Children.
Shane also designs unique hand crafted furniture, clothing and CD cover art. His "Dream Studio" in Kansas City is a hot spot for musical performances and artist presentations/exhibitions.
He has been to Africa to share his passion for the arts; lots of lucky children have benefitted from his infectious enthusiasm and his cool energy. Shane truly understands what Change the Truth is all about and was really happy to be part of this project.
Words and drawings from his book "Olu's Dream" are what adorns his doll. A copy of the book is included and will go to the successful bidder.
To fully appreciate the dizzying array of projects in which Shane is involved, you should make some time to visit his website.
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