Honing his skills as an artist began with crayons, pencils, paper and the need of his parents to keep him busy. Who knew that the years spent creating and recreating silly characters and carrying a sketch pad everywhere would drive Mark Stratis to pursue a career with endless opportunities. A focus of architectural drafting at Don Bosco Technical Institute High School definitely enhanced Mark’s decision to become a set and prop designer. Delving into motion graphics, conceptual development, illustration and sculpture provided experience necessary to grasp the complexity of his career choice. Four years at Otis College of Art and Design learning, practicing and stretching his ability to exist on little or no sleep has made Mark Stratis determined to continue along this career path.