Steve Hall
Portraits, Cartoons, and Advertising Graphic Design
Working People Portraits
I draw real people doing what they do best. Musicians, writers, preachers, cooks, teachers — folks who make a living or make a mark. These are digital portraits done by hand, with care and curiosity. I aim to capture something honest. Not perfect. But true.
Each portrait takes about a day. I work digitally and create a high-resolution image that can be printed or posted. I work from a good, clear photo — and I usually ask for more than one. I prefer sharp, clear images that show motion, activity, or include the tools of the trade. If what I receive doesn’t quite work, I may ask for more images.
I draw people who stand out—because of what they do, how they look, or the story they carry. Some portraits are personal. Others are for hire. If your project—editorial or advertising—needs a face with presence, I’m open to commissions.
Musicians and song writers.
creators
people at work
Community leaders and clergy
Tail Waggin' Howlers is a laugh-out-loud collection of 30 cartoons by Steve Hall, capturing the quirky and heartwarming moments between dogs and their humans. Perfect for dog lovers and humor enthusiasts, this book is available in softbound, hardbound, and ebook formats. A must-have for any dog-loving home or coffee table
Available in hardback, softback, or digital formats from the publisher or Amazon.
"My groomer asked me to pick up my game, so here we are."
"I'm watching my carbs, so no bun."
"So, I said to my human, let me take the blasted cat for a walk."
Available in hardback, softback, or digital formats from the publisher or Amazon.
Artist, graphic designer and cartoonist
Started sketching cartoons as a 1950's kid in the midwest. I gravitated to Mad Magazine, New Yorker Magazine cartoons, and advertising graphic design annuals.
Spent hours pouring over issues of Mad and NYM. At libraries I'd pour through the ads in the glossy full-color pages in the Art Directors Club of NY Annuals. I became an art director and illustrator, and have been an editorial cartoonist for the Gannett newspapers.
Editorial and Advertising Cartoons
Editorial cartoons.
Ad art.
Dinosaur art.
Humorous cartoons.
Why editorial cartoonists make the big bucks.
Graphic Design & Creative
Poster and Flyer Graphics
Direct Mail.
Advertising.
Logos and identities.
Signing and donor recognition.
Campaigns and trade show graphics.