Josh Alves is an illustrator of comic strips, children's books, and much more.  Hear this graphic designer's story from working at a local newspaper to winning international awards, all from his home right here in Maine and about how he got his first contract through Twitter.  

Visit www.joshalves.com to see his work or find him on Facebook at www.facebook.com/joshalvesdraws or on Twitter @joshalves.  

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