I'm and illustrator and fine artist living in the Bellingham, Washington. My work can be seen in galleries and commerciak work for Hasbro.

My current work combines everythingI love about early 20th century art, architecture and design. The aesthetics of the "Art Deco" period is still very influential, even though that period really only lasted between the two world wars. The philosophy and elegance of this  modern style was replaced with functional and practical design during the 2nd World War, and the movement that featured high design, craft and style never completely returned.

I believe it's time to pick up where it left off and see what evolves. More than ever, we need to be reminded how beautiful the places we live can be. 

I hope you enjoy my "deco" take on these characters of popular culture. It's been a real joy showing these at conventions and art shows around the country. It is very satisfying watching smiles grow when my work is scanned by captive eyes. I feel did my job if people are pulled in by something they recognize, then stay because they begin to identify  other subjects  in an image. "Wow, what is this? What do you call this style?"  

Art can still make positive change.

For commissions or more information about my work, you can write me at:  skpagels@yahoo.com

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