Mike Caffer is a graphic designer, illustrator, and seasoned structural packaging specialist whose artistic work blends pen-and-ink linework with expressive watercolor. His style sits at the intersection of urban sketching, illustrative realism, and Americana, capturing buildings, streetscapes, and hot rods with a charming, character-driven touch.

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Beyond his art, Mike brings over four decades of design expertise in the corrugated and folding carton industry. His career spans major companies including Weyerhaeuser, Boise Cascade, Stone Container, Fleetwood, Bay Cities, and Justman Packaging, where he has served as a Senior Designer since 2002. Mike has designed everything from produce packaging and industrial cartons to full-size corrugated vehicle displays and movie promotional structures. His portfolio includes work for Warner Bros., Disney, Mattel, Toshiba, Sunkist, Gallo Wine, Dole, and more—with two U.S. patents earned for produce packaging innovation.

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Known for his discipline, technical knowledge, and collaborative approach with clients and sales teams, Mike is proficient in Artios, CAD programs, Illustrator, and Photoshop. His artwork reflects the same precision, storytelling, and craftsmanship that have shaped his design career, resulting in illustrations that feel whimsical, approachable, and richly textured.