Stephen Reed

Expressive characters and whimsical color are a hallmark of cartoonist Stephen Reed's style. His lively illustrations have captured the eye of a ...variety of publishing houses and toy companies.

Steve attended the Columbus College of Art and Design where he honed his craft and graduated with a Bachelor of Fine Arts degree in illustration. The comprehensive education led Steve into both digital and traditional mediums.

Through the years, he has created artwork for major studios such as Warner Bros, United Media, Nickelodeon, and Dreamworks. The cartoonist's fun and playful toy designs have been used extensively by notable manufacturers like Gund and Build-A-Bear.

When not at the drafting table, you can often find Steve admiring the work of some of his biggest influences in illustration or studying the expressions in a classic Chuck Jones cartoon. Show more