Nicholas Elias is an illustrator based in Long Island, New York, approaching every piece with a focus and understanding of story, action, and emotion. He works primarily in oil, although his first love will always be drawing. Nick has a passion for adventure and a love for history, culture, and mythology. He has always admired the ability of illustrative works to ignite one’s imagination, and transport the audience to another time and place.   Nick’s work has been recognized by Infected by Art and The Art Order. His work has been published for trading cards, catalog covers, postcards and posters. He has taught courses in Book Design, Illustration, and Cartooning for a number of organizations. Nick received his BFA in Illustration with Magna cum Laude honors from the Hartford Art School. www.eliasillustration.com