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David Schimmell served as a professional firefighter for 23 years before hanging up his boots and helmet to devote himself to work in the children's illustration markets. He honed his talents in advertising firms for 11 years at which time he was chosen by Abbey Press to illustrate their specialty gift items and greeting cards. During this time he also illustrated a half hour Children's Program for Public TV. The program won awards from the Children's Educational Network of Chicago and the Ohio State University Cultural Award. David has produced materials for the educational, religious and mass markets children's markets.
Born and raised in Evansville, IN, he lives there today with his wife, 2 sons, 3 grandsons and 3 granddaughters.
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