Struss: Innovator, Illustrator, Dreamer, Dad

Name: Karl Struss

Street: Sylvan Street

Family: Important to note is the addition of Karl's new baby, Kalia, with Amy January. Kalia was the only new baby born on Halloween at Beverly Hospital. Kalia weighed in at 7 pounds and was 19 1/2 inches long. Kalia was welcomed home by big sisters Emily January and Adrianna Struss. Kalia was also part of another special event: the day that demographers have used as the symbolic date the earth hit 7 billion in population.

Occupation: Digital Illustrator/Graphic Designer.  Karl is self employed working at doing what he loves. "Depsite today's economy, there are people out there willing to go after personal goals. That is what I am doing, following my dreams and the career I have always wanted." Karl said, "I do everything I can in house. I design graphics, shirts and whatever else I can from home." Karl is wants to get a jump start on innovation for tomorrow and dedicate himself to what he loves to do. Karl's freelance work includes websites, t-shirts, book covers and posters to name a few. 

Karl has written three children's books; The 3 billy Goats Gruff, What Will I Be, and The Big Old Spider and the Little Ladybug.

Hobbies and Interests: Art, Music, playing percussion when he gets the chance. Karl also enjoys spending time with family. 

Favorite Book: Faith: God's Gift, by William Creed. Not only did Karl provide the cover for the book, but he feels the book is a refreshing take on faith.

Favorite Movie: "Anything filmed differently. I loved The Cell; from an artists perspective, the filmography was great."

Favorite Shop: .  "It's nicely laid out, old fashioned type toy store like you would find in Vermont."

Favorite Eatery:  "I love both and , I love them both equally but find myself at Pete's more often, as it's closer."

Dream Vacation: "Something warm like Aruba, Dominican Republic, Mexico, or the Carribbean. I would like to travel more in the future"

How long have you lived in Danvers: "I have lived here all my life, I grew up in Danversport."

Why did you choose to stay in Danvers:  "There are still so many people I know here in town. The town itself has maintained its appeal and personally I never wanted to pullup roots and plant anywhere else."

Where would someone see you in town: "I can often be found at picking up supplies. I can also be seen around town in my bright red Ford Explorer with my logo on the back."

What would you like to see changed in town: "Personally I would like to see people pay more attention to their driving; I never see people use directionals." Karl stated, "I also think they are doing a good job with the and it's starting to look good. I would like to see the property tax change, they are getting high."