About Hatching Havoc, aka Brett Rodgers

I’m an illustrator and designer based in Pennsylvania creating character-driven, story-focused artwork for clients, brands, and anyone looking for something memorable.

I spent two decades as an art director and product design leader, building and running a design organization. Eventually I found myself pulled back to my original love where I started - drawing weird things and telling stories through ink and color.

My background means I work with structure, hit deadlines, and think about how each piece will be used and what story it’s supposed to tell. A little less “temperamental artist,” and a little more “let’s get this done right.”

My work leans energetic, bold, and a bit grungy, usually with a narrative thread. Personally, I drift toward pop-culture mashups, life moments, and whatever absurd idea refuses to leave my head. But the style itself adapts easily to almost any format or theme.

When I’m not drawing, I’m usually with my wife and dog, outside somewhere hiking, hunting, or fishing, or unwinding with a game, comic, or something equally nerdy.

My services are described below and if you want to collaborate or just say hello, the form at the bottom of this page is wide open.

Commissioned Illustration

Good for personal pieces, gifts, poster art, album covers, book covers, and all of your one-off “I’ve always wanted this on my wall” ideas.

You get a custom illustration based on your concept. Final artwork at an agreed-upon size if working with traditional media (ink, paints, etc.) or high-resolution digital files for print or web. Simple usage rights based on how you intend to use the piece.

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Use the contact form at the bottom 👇 to get started!

Brand & Marketing Illustration

Good for brands who want illustrations for campaigns, packaging, social media, or the web. This can include key art, spot-illustrations, or hero imagery.

You get a custom illustration aligned to your brand (or a defined visual direction we set together). Files sized for all major platforms you plan to use. Full usage rights, as agreed upon. Optional related assets like special crops or angles.

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Use the contact form at the bottom 👇 to get started!

Publication & Sequential Illustration

Good for illustrated books, comics, zines, magazines, and any project that needs clear, narrative-driven artwork or sequential panels.

You get illustration built around your script, layout, or art brief. This can include full-page illustrations, spot artwork, character moments, or multi-panel sequences. Final digital files delivered print-ready and sized to your publication specs.

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Character Design

Good for writers, game developers, brand mascots, TTRPG characters, and anyone else who needs a clear visual identity for a character.

You get a designed character based on your brief (personality, role, references). Front view and agreed-upon key poses. Digital files suitable for moodboards, pitch decks, or production handoff. Optional expressions or pose variations if needed.

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Event & Invitation Illustration

Good for weddings, events, and celebrations that need something more personal than a template or AI-generated artwork.

You get a custom illustrated piece designed around your story and theme. Print-ready files sized for your printer and paper. If needed, digital versions sized for email, event sites, or social. May also include small spot illustrations or icons.

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Use the contact form at the bottom 👇 to get started!

Let’s work together!

Got an idea you want to bring to life? Whether you’re looking for a commissioned piece, artwork for a book, or something totally off-the-wall, I’d love to hear from you. Drop a note and let’s make something cool together.