creative profile

about michael k. lyman

Michael K. Lyman is the founder and creative director of Magnum Arts, a Tampa Bay–based creative studio specializing in art instruction, illustration, graphic design, photography, and video production. A military veteran with a degree in graphic design, Michael has published two graphic novels, with a third currently in development. He is also a certified middle school art teacher at Oak Grove Middle School in Clearwater, Florida.

To learn more about Michael’s background, creative work, and teaching experience, visit the About page.

Public facing experience

Experience organizing high-profile events, working with community partners, and communicating with media to promote creative projects and public programs.

teaching and instruction

More than 15 years of teaching cartooning, drawing, and visual art across three states, with a focus on practical skills, creative confidence, and personal expression.

creative work

A wide-ranging creative practice that includes photography, illustration, video production, graphic design, technical communication, and published graphic novels.