Daniel’s legacy as an educator stems from his passion for unlocking potential. In his work as a Designer and Art Director at Houghton Mifflin Harcourt, and later Creative Director at Curriculum Associates, Daniel positively influenced the lives of literally millions of students. He didn’t look at his work only as a professional responsibility to design, create, and forge beautiful works, but also as a responsibility to the students who used his works, in print, in games or online. He sought to engage them, educate them, expand their possibilities—unlock their potential. As a lover of cartoons, anime and video games, he was a "kid at heart" which made his creative efforts seamlessly easy to relate to young students and get/keep them engaged.
Meet Snargg-- one of Daniel's favorite and most popular creations. Part of the i-Ready universe and star of the Door 24 and World's Worst Pet iOS apps, Snargg is a math-loving alien whose come to Earth to help kids learn math fluency. With over 2.5 million registered users, Snargg is helping a great many children learn more about their world.
In ZooHQ, Daniel created a rich and diverse cast of characters that guide middle grade readers through an adventure in reading. Used in school systems throughout the US, ZooHQ engages kids and gives them a window into the power of reading.
Daniel was a well-respected and much beloved Creative Director, Graphic Designer and Illustrator in the Greater Boston area for over 20 years. Below are some of his favorite pieces, taken from his portfolio.
