Hello

Erin Black-Kurtz is an artist and writer living in Portland, Oregon.

Erin cares about exploring topics with heart and humor. He loves silliness and absurdity while remaining grounded in emotion and purpose.

Helping a young soul wake up to the world is a responsibility Erin accepts wholeheartedly. Books and art delivered solace during his own tumultuous and complicated childhood. Erin wants to pay that forward by sparking joy and creativity through imagery and storytelling.

Erin is pre-published and currently seeking representation: erin(at)erinblackkurtz.com

Professional Notes

• 25-year career in client creative services spanning graphic design, art direction, software user experience design and customer research

• BA in Interactive Media Design from the Art Institute of Portland

• AA in Graphic Design from Spokane Falls Community College

• Active SCBWI and Storyteller Academy member