It’s said that I had been born with a pencil in hand and over my life journey I have honed and developed my skills in art, digital design and creative storytelling.

This life long development and practical exposure has led to positioning myself as a highly creative professional with a diverse range of experience and expertise, specialising in creatively driven project and team management.

Experiences
My creative world has always been firmly grounded in the practical — a trait strengthened by extensive experience as a print professional. With years immersed in the printing industry, I have developed a deep technical understanding of both pre-press processes and production, knowledge that can only be forged through real-world, hands-on experience. From colour management and press setup to troubleshooting the intricate technical details that underpin flawless reproduction, I’ve walked the full length of the print production journey. This technical expertise perfectly complements my creative skillset, allowing me to bridge the gap between imagination and execution — ensuring that what is dreamed on screen is faithfully and beautifully realised in print.

Although living premaritally in Australia, I have also had a great in-depth exposure to the creative cultures and art forms in Japan & Czech Republic with multiple projects commissioned within these countries.

I am not just another creative, I feel the heart felt need to use my unique skillset to better the world and always strive to do so. From innovative storytelling tours and creative lead roles through to animation, illustration and graphic reproduction, my world is one I invite you to explore…as this is just a hint of what I have to offer.

In my world, you will find a vast expanse of diverse landscapes…quiet enchanted forests of storytelling… rolling hills of dreamy design… deep valleys filled with inspired thought and the ever present metropolis of illustration. And this is only the beginning… as you explore more, I am hoping you will start to see the world through my eyes… eyes that most of all… want to make a difference, inspire and have fun!

Links to projects

Projects with Walt Disney Animation (Credited as Wesley Champion)

Projects with Walt Disney Animation (Credited as Wes Champion)

The Ark Project (puppet design and carving)

The Babadook (puppet design)

Qualifications
Diploma Social media Marketing

Certificate Digital marketing

Certificate 3 Traditional Animation Techniques

Advance Certificate Printing technology Administration

Trade Certificate in BookBinding & Finishing