Scott J. Wakefield graduated from Art Center College of Design in 2003 and started his career as a freelance illustrator in children’s book, serving national publishers such as Harper Collins, Sterling Publishing, Scholastic, and McGraw Hill.  

After completing a Master of Fine Arts degree at Utah State University, he taught courses in illustration, drawing, painting, children's book, and creativity.  Scott has over 12 years of experience as an academic program chair and is currently Chair of Illustration at Rocky Mountain College of Art and Design (RMCAD).

Always an engaging teacher and a “student of the creative process,” Scott has found opportunities to teach about art, creativity, and leadership for colleges and universities, various leadership groups, regional associations, and national conferences.

At home, Scott and his wife Kori enjoy the unique personalities of their 5 children, serving in their church, and family activities such as outdoor cooking and rock climbing.