"...a master designer and illustrator" - Hallmark Cards, Inc.
"...a strong leader, collaborator, and communicator ... Jon's strength of storytelling, beautifully crafted illustration and design, client-focused professionalism, and critical thinking helped inspire our studio throughout the year ... and elevated our product above the competition" - Ann McGillicuddy, Art Director & Studio Manager
"Truly, an amazing designer!" - Becky Wyko, Season Card Senior Art Director
"He seems to have an endless supply of ideas" and a "laser-like ability to hit our consumer" - Cynthia Bjorn, Art Director & Design Studio Manager
"Oh, he's pretty good. I think I can spot his work whenever I see it ..." - Jon's mom
A prolific and highly successful creator of beautiful and engaging greeting cards, impactful design, and inspiring artwork, Jon is also thrilled to enter the world of children's illustration for picture, early reader, chapter, middle grade, and young adult books, and all associated products full-time. With a deep passion for exquisitely-crafted imagery telling a rich story evoking the best in each of us, Jon brings an enthusiastic and dedicated creativity to every opportunity.
Jon is pleased to be a new member of the Society of Children's Book Writers and Illustrators (SCBWI). He is represented worldwide by Lemonade Illustration Agency and can also be contacted at joncyrilandersen@gmail.com .
