Connor Klein is a 2D mixed media artist creating illustrative and stylized pieces incorporating the various aspects of fishing; mental state, gear, and wildlife. His primary media are graphite, charcoal, and colored pencil. Connor has completed many murals within his community for local businesses and schools. Klein received a best of show award at the Rogers Art Conference, the River valley arts center collegiate competition, and two first place prizes at the AYAA Conference. He was awarded the outstanding art student at the University of the Ozarks, and the pike artist award in 2023. Connor has been included in many art magazines that displayed his works. He was born in Kansas City, Missouri and was raised in Bentonville, Arkansas. He recently received his Bachelor of Science in Art and Business Administration degree at the University of the Ozarks. Klein has been making art his entire life and is currently embedding his passion for the outdoors within his artworks. He plans to make positive changes in the outdoors by promoting conservation efforts through his artwork.