Danny O’Leary likes to let his sense of humour out and this is something evident in his work – particularly his funny portraits and slightly outrageous caricatures. And yet you’ll find hyper-realistic Photoshop illustrations right there alongside the more sketch-like artwork in his portfolio.
He believes his desire to poke fun at things comes from growing up in a large family, where sometimes you need a little good-natured teasing to get by. His family are a creative and musical bunch, and this is probably the root of his artistic talent. Like his style, Danny’s tastes are incredibly varied. He likes music ranging from Ella Fitzgerald to Slayer; he enjoys being by the sea, in the woods and in the city too.
After 25 years in New York’s concrete jungle, he now lives on a lake in Northwest New Jersey. While only a car ride away from the hustle and bustle of Manhattan, he can work in a tranquil setting.
Client List
Random House
Penguin Group
HarperCollins
Dorchester Publishing
St Martin's Press
Harlequin Enterprises
Hachette Book Group
Scholastic
Niche Media
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