Trace Chiodo is an independent graphic designer and illustrator who became interested in design while working on the grounds of the Geneva National Golf Club. One day as he cut detailed, precise lines into the fairways, it occurred to him that he could pursue design for a living. So he hopped off his mower and headed to design school, and for the last 20 years, he has been designing cool projects like the Hamal books.

He has served clients across the United States and internationally, and he has won several awards for his creativity and expertise. Along the way he’s made lots of little customers happy. (Lauren, this better include you.)

(Don’t worry, Trace. It does.)