Trahern Cook Creative Director

Trahern has always been an artist. During a televised interview with one of Columbia, SC's most honored news personalities, Trahern publicly acknowledged his desire to commit his life to the pursuit of Art as both a career and passion. He was 7. The Interviewer was Mr. Knowzit. He then held one fist to his eye and cranked the other fist as he helped Mr. Knowzit start the cartoon. (His hand cranking motion was in reverse, confirming he was truly an artist.)

Many felt tip markers and rolls of recycled computer paper later, Trahern continued his development as a storyteller with paper and paint. After attending the SC Governor's School for the Arts, he went on to study at Rhode Island School of Art and Design and Ringling School of Art and Design where he received his Bachelor of Fine Arts in 1992. Trahern worked as a Freelance Illustrator in Nashville, Tennessee before moving back to his hometown where he continues to write, illustrate, and paint. His illustrations have been featured in editorial magazines and childrens books, on retail products for major retail chains, and on CD covers. His art has been presented in local galleries and shows and his prints have been sold all over the States.

Trahern lives on the outskirts of Columbia, SC with his wife, Lori, and his two children, Mazie Fran and Walt. He welcomes visitors who have the time to enjoy a tall glass of iced tea and listen to a few of his stories by the campfire.

Clients include Publix Supermarkets, LifeWay Resources, Pamplin Music, Dalmatian Press, Highlights Magazine, Scholastic, Harcourt Publishing, Gospel Advocate, The Hartford Courant, FBI National Academy, Columbia Metropolitan Magazine and many more.

Recent exhibitions include Columbia Museum of Art Education Gallery, 300 Senate Gallery, 80808 Gallery, South Carolina State Fair Merit Award Winner.

Lori Cook Creative Producer 

Lori enjoys working with the Studio Campfire Team to create inviting atmospheres at home.

She has a Masters of Arts in Teaching Elementary Education and is currently working in the Richland County Public Library system. Her many hats past and present include freelance writer, personal chef and caterer, event planner, national cooking competition finalist, photographer, volunteer program coordinator, home educator, graphic designer, and Latin teacher. She's good to have around.

“To be happy at home is the ultimate result of all ambition.” Samuel Johnson

Jason Jenks Photography

Jason is our resident Photographer and Tech Support only he lives 500 miles away. Thank goodness for email.