Michael Kanelos Illustrator - Warwick, RI Michael Kanelos Warwick, RI      Born in Warwick, Rhode Island, Michael is an artist in every aspect. He began his artistic work by drawing cartoon characters while still in elementary school. By the time he reached junior high and high school, Michael had expanded his artwork to cover all mediums: painting, graphic design, photography, sculpture, wood, and drawings. Michael is a graduate of Warwick Veterans Memorial High School (with Honors).