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Page 5 of 10 Max Estes
A Passion for Creating that’s
“no joke.” - attended Badger High School, Lake Geneva, WI
- graduated 1999, BFA Communication Design
- currently attending graduate school at the University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee
- writes and illustrates children’s books + graphic novels
 Max Estes Writer. Illustrator. Teacher. Max Estes does it all. Growing up, Estes was surrounded by art and creativity (Max’s mom wrote choose-your-own-adventure books that were mostly medieval fantasy novels, and Max’s stepdad created sci-fi board games like ‘Snit’s Revenge’ and ‘The Awful Green Things From Outer Space’). Now, on his own creative journey, Estes just published his first graphic novel, with the second following this Spring. He works in his studio as much as possible conceptualizing, writing, and illustrating graphic novels, children’s books, and comics. Estes is currently pursuing a Master of Fine Arts degree so that he can teach illustration and sequential art courses in the future. Q. What did you think you wanted to be when you grew up? A. I didn’t really think about it much. I just knew I’d go to art school. Q. What is your first memorable experience with art and design?  Estes' first graphic novel Q. What was the most valuable thing you learned at MIAD? A. You don’t stop learning when you leave the campus. It’s not just classrooms and assignments; your college experience spans far beyond the campus walls. You take your lessons with you onto the streets, into your life.  Estes' second graphic novel Q. What’s the one thing you would tell a high school student who is considering attending MIAD now that you’ve experienced life after graduation? A. Don’t be afraid to run full force toward what you want to do most with your art. You can make a living doing most anything with enough passion put forth. Q. Please define how you saw your major while you were in school, and how that definition has changed over the years. A. I graduated with a Bachelors in Communication Design, but upon graduation, I found that I was more interested in design theory as opposed to the graphic design industry (i.e. a 9 to 5 design job). I learned to take what I wanted from my background in graphic design and apply it to my illustration/cartooning career. Q. Are there any notable parts of your resumé that you’d like to share? A. My first graphic novel, Hello, Again is available in stores nationwide and online. My second book, Coffee & Donuts will be in stores in Spring, 2006. Don’t be scared to add variety to your resumé; be adventurous with your career and try new things.  Estes comic
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