About Matt

Hi, I'm Matt. I work as a live illustrator.

I create giant sketch notes (graphic recordings) of plenary and workshop sessions as a service for large gatherings. I also leverage my extensive background in the Adobe Creative Suite to perform the same task digitally for virtual events and meetings.

My background:

I am an electrical engineer by education, an artist by choice, a salesman by necessity, and an illustrator by skill and experience. My career has been...eclectic. I have designed handheld computers, wall murals, set up corporate processes, sold industrial control systems, and designed websites for nonprofits. I work regularly in the fight against human trafficking. This wide array of experiences (and, clearly, not knowing what I will be when I grow up) has helped me develop a broad level of knowledge in a variety of industries, sectors, and markets.  Today, however, I Listen.

My first job as a live illustrator, was in 2009.  I was hired by a strategy consultancy firm to be an onsite artist for a local manufacturing company. Scared out of my mind, I practiced, I bought bright markers, I pre-drew designs, and... I had the time of my life. A wonderful, overheard compliment from a C-level executive at the event made me think..

I had no idea what the heck you guys were talking about until HE drew it.

I live and work in Exotic Peninsula, Ohio (Between Cleveland and Akron Ohio). My hobbies include reading, bicycling, and drawing!

Connect with me on LinkedIn.  I post there regularly.