“An investigation into publication and print with a focus on content and illustration, with the potential to transfer onto digital mediums.” My work is influenced and driven by a term I have defined: NERDOLOGY. This is the study of subjects that are deemed ‘nerdy’ by the dominant social strata and is not connected to the term ‘geek’. These subjects in question include; science fiction, video games, physics, biology, chemistry, history and fantasy fiction. The influence of these subjects cross over into the practice of graphic design and illustration seamlessly, as the practitioner him/herself is engrossed in the application of a set of theories and functions that are subject to the individual’s skill set and practice. Personal Statement: “I enjoy content heavy briefs with a subject matter akin to my self-defined practice. I also enjoy quick turnaround illustration briefs, allowing myself not to lose interest in a project. As long as the subject matter holds my interest, I can can up with a creative solution to a brief”