Jeff Jantz is an author, illustrator, sculptor, filmmaker, craftsman, puppet builder, and educator. He uses sculptures, sets, and props combined with, light, and “artistic magic” to forge colorful and energetic illustrations. His efforts creating props, sets, and storyboards can be found in numerous award-winning independent films. Currently, he is working on producing a children’s video series called Art On Earth.
He has presented workshops and classes to a range of audiences including conferences for the National AfterSchool Association and Society for Children’s Book Authors and Illustrators. His engaging workshops and presentations inspire creativity and promote critical thinking because Jeff believes this is how we solve problems and bring people together for a better tomorrow. Jeff runs a high-school after-school program and engineering and design summer camps in Detroit MI for Wayne State University.
His first book, Gruel Snarl Draws a Wild Zugthing was released in 2017. His second book Gruel Snarls Extra Ordinary Zugventure is expected to be released fall 2021. Jeff lives with his two awesome kids in Mt. Clemens, Michigan.