Artist Showcase

Participating Artists - Marcus Mashburn

Marcus Mashburn is a leading Christian illustrator, having over 3,000 illustrations published nationally and internationally in books, magazine covers, and album covers. Marcus has echoed his interest in science fiction throughout his career.

While in college, Marcus worked for Walt Disney Feature Animations for a short time. He participated in the first internship program, chosen from eighty art schools in the nation. Marcus graduated from the Columbus College of Art and Design, achieving a bachelors degree of fine art in illustration. He currently owns Lionheart Studio in Mountain Home, Idaho. The studio specializes in illustrations, mural paintings, limited edition prints, and silk-screening t-shirts.

Marcus is very excited about the World Science Fiction Convention. He has even decided to become a full-time science fiction illustrator. He hopes to receive a warm welcome from the science fiction community, being a huge fan of science fiction artists such as Frank Frazetta, Boris Vallejo, Michael Whelan and Julie Bell.

(Biography by Amanda Sams, Artist Photo by Tracy Lay).

Visit Marcus Mashburn at

• Marcus's Website, www.marcusmashburn.com

Artwork: Colossal Squid vs. Abominable Snowman (acrylic and oils on canvas)