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Bill Gallagher

Bill Gallagher

Buffalo,NY

Summary

Accomplished caricature artistand illustrator with over 25 years of professional experience creating bold, high-impact visuals that connect with diverse audiences. I run a successful caricature illustration business with multiple retail locations, where I hire, train, and manage a team of talented artists. My work spans thousands of live events and private commissions, including collaborations with major corporate clients such as the NBA, New Era, Apple, Microsoft, Roswell Park, and local sports franchises like the Buffalo Bills, Sabres, and Bandits.

I specialize in artwork that captures energy, emotion, and local pride—making me uniquely suited for the Buffalo Bills stadium wall art project. My company has a deep footprint in the Western New York community, and we’ve helped bring visual storytelling to life at everything from major sporting events to corporate gatherings. I’ve also developed logos, brand identities, and visual narratives for retail spaces and kiosks, giving me a comprehensive understanding of how to blend art with environment and audience experience.

I bring not only artistic talent but also a deep connection to the culture of Buffalo sports and a proven ability to deliver large-scale, fan-forward creative work that resonates.

Overview

29
29
years of professional experience

Work History

President

Caricatures Incorporated
04.2014 - Current
  • Hired and managed artists to maximize productivity , used my 25 plus years of professional drawing experience to train staff on best practices and protocols.
  • Launched a new business at Canalside in downtown Buffalo, NY.
  • Inspired innovation by creating an environment that encouraged creative thinking and problem-solving capabilities.
  • Designed company >logos and brand marks.
  • Booked 100 live drawing events for our artists. Per year.
  • Launched a new retail location in Niagara Falls NY

Manager

Six Flags Darien Lake
05.2010 - Current
  • Managed and motivated employees to be productive and engaged in work.
  • Hired and managed dozens of artists ,maximize productivity , used my 25 plus years of professional drawing experience to train staff on best practices and protocols.
  • Designed a creative and fun brand to engage guests young and old .
  • cultivated a fun and creative work environment for artists to learn and thrive in.
  • Achieved record yearly sales.

Artist

Kamans Art Shoppes
06.1996 - 09.2007
  • Drew thousands of pieces of custom artwork for clients,
  • Collaborated with fellow artists to create a culture of constant improvement
  • Made use of materials, such as ink, prisma colors, to complete unique piece for customers.
  • Contributed to creative process through original ideas and inspiration.

Education

Fine Arts

SUNY Buffalo State
Buffalo, NY

Fine Arts/ Illustration

Erie Community College
Buffalo, NY

Skills

  • Leadership team building
  • Worldc
  • Photoshop knowledge
  • Digital illustration
  • Graphic design skills
  • Procreate skills
  • Operational excellence
  • Employee relations
  • Staff training
  • Sales and marketing
  • Staff management
  • Social Media brand development

Timeline

President

Caricatures Incorporated
04.2014 - Current

Manager

Six Flags Darien Lake
05.2010 - Current

Artist

Kamans Art Shoppes
06.1996 - 09.2007

Fine Arts

SUNY Buffalo State

Fine Arts/ Illustration

Erie Community College
Bill Gallagher