Graham Erwin was born and raised in Columbus, Ohio where he felt from a young age that his obsession with drawing would lead to a career in the arts. After painting murals locally in high school, Graham decided to study illustration at the Columbus College of Art and Design. He soon discovered a fascination with the screen printing process, where he found inspiration in the balance between aesthetics and practicality in the print process. Graham graduated top of his class and with distinct honor, earning the “Exceptional Student Award” given to only one student out of each major. Within 6 months of graduation Graham began selling screen prints internationally, showing in galleries across the country, winning prestigious design awards, and even freelancing for one of the most respected companies in the movie poster world, Mondo.