John-Paul Balmet

Location: US Web: www.jpbalmet.com Email: jpbalmet@yahoo.com ME DIA: Photoshop and graphite JP started on his art path in first grade with a pastel drawing of Batman. “Every Christmas I asked for art supplies, and I drew, painted and made my own comics until junior college, where I studied graphic design.” After he graduated from university, Electronic Arts hired the illustrator to produce concept art for The Godfather II, giving him a grounding in human character design.

“My current gig is back with Lucasfilm working on Star Wars: Rebels,” he reveals. “I’m with several of the amazing artists from Clone Wars, and it’s a real treat to continue to work with such great people who inspire me every day.”