J.P. Licks

I’m an artist, illustrator, designer, queer intersectional feminist, mental health advocate, video and board game player, hair dye aficionado, Somerville local (Somervillain), Pittsburgh native, axe thrower, cat lady, and napping enthusiast.

Recently, I finally took a leap and quit my full-time corporate day job at Microsoft in December 2020 to pursue my dream of running my own art & illustration business. By leveraging the skills I’ve built over the last few years and constantly challenging myself through projects, commissions, and volunteer work, I’ve worked hard to build up a varied and extensive portfolio. I love working with a variety of new and returning clients - especially individual commissions filled with love and branding projects for small businesses and fellow entrepreneurs. Pivoting a career from corporate HR and recruiting to freelance design at 31 isn’t the easiest path, but my passion and dedication for illustration & art has proven (so far) to provide joy, excitement, freedom, and success in my life.

I’m constantly looking forward to meeting new clients and working on new projects and commissions, so if you think I might be able to improve your life or business through art, illustration, and design, don’t hesitate to reach out! You can reach me on my website or on Instagram (@mollyrose.creative)