Who is J. Cornelius?

​An artist, teacher,

and mentor that

has a passion for

creating and also

for inspiring

others...

J.Cornelius is the artist name for Jack Clifford.  His experiences and qualifications will be found on this page.  A complete resume can be found by clicking here.

​Throughout my lifetime, I have also enjoyed art. I was that child that was always doodling and being imaginative. I have been instruction in various forms of art such as painting, drawing, graphic design, and ceramics but I also am willing to learn and explore new techniques as they come my way. Now that I am older, I continue to be creative but I also have be given the opportunity to share my passion with others.  I have worked with students of all ages and levels inspiring them what I love to do.

​To see more of what I personally have created for myself or others, please visit my artist page.

To see more of what I have inspired in an educational environment please visit my teacher page.

To know how to order commission work or learn how to receive learning opportunities in the arts, please visit my  contact page.

Work Experiences
Sterling Middle School
   Art Teacher

High School of Saint Thomas More 
   Assistant Director of Development
    Graphic Arts/Technology Teacher
    Boys/Girls Swim/Dive Team Head Coach

BSNSports
   Graphic Designer

Martin Graphics
   Graphic Designer Internship

University of Illinois at
Urbana-Champaign
   Art Teaching Assistant - 2 Courses

Hap Parker Family Aquatic Center
   Pool Manager/Aquatic Supervisor
   Rantoul Swim Team Head Coach
   Swim Lesson Instructor/Coordinator

Skills/Certifications
Computer Skills:
   Microsoft Office; Adobe In-Design,    
   Illustrator, Photoshop, Audtion; iMovie
Substitute Teaching Certificate
Illinois State Teaching Certificate
Red Cross Lifeguarding Instructor
   (LGI)
Water Safety Instructor (WSI)
CPR/AED for Professional Rescuer

Available for Freelance work
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Opportunities to purchase original J. Cornelius art will be available soon.