Thomas Fluharty has been an award-winning artist and art educator for the past 43 years. He has worked as a professional artist, painter, and draftsman for publishers, advertising agencies, and movie studios all over the world.

He painted the cover of TIME Magazine and Mad Magazine. His clients also include The New York Times, Coca-Cola, and Disney.

Thomas was the lead character designer for The Chosen's animated series, The Chosen Adventures. Thomas also teaches online at Schoolism, online’s premier art education school since 2010.

He travels the world doing workshops and is married to his wonderful wife Kristi for the past 36 years.

They have five grown daughters and reside in South Dakota.