Articulation, pivoting, sketchbooks, observation, and travel all play a key role in Ethan Keister’s creative life.

Graphic designer, illustrator and art director Ethan was born in Vietnam, grew up in the backwoods of Upstate New York and now calls Milwaukee, Wisconsin his home.

When Ethan isn't ruining his posture at his desk, you can find him snow skiing, water skiing, biking, hiking, traveling, and writing about himself in the third person.

Takeaways

1. Pivot in a way that allows for more growth and a fresh perspective.
2. Eighty percent of drawing is seeing.
3. When sketching people, be on the lookout for good poses and gestures.
4. “Beautiful things don’t ask for attention.” James Thurber

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