Current work [began in Fall 2007] explores ways to use graphic illustrations as simple interfaces to otherwise complex ideas. The purpose of this research is to understand the psychological processes that enable the success [or lack of success] of an illustration, and then use that understanding to create effective illustrations.

Fall 2007 investigations included a series of diagrammatic "sketches" to explain various social science research methods.

This research direction is partially inspired by previous work as a freelance illustrator [info below] that focused on creating explanitive illustrations for government proposals and technical publications/reports.

Illustrations for proposals to  government agencies [1997-2002].
   Info in "technical illustration" section.

Pen and ink drawings [2005-current].
    Info in "pen & ink" section.

Total view perspective drawings [1993-4].
    Info in "total view perspective drawings" section.