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Barbara Parham
Founder / Chief Executive Officer
Barbara, the President of Artistic Talent Group has been a state-licensed Talent Agent since 2004 (TA#780). She first started in the entertainment business at the age of 12, when she began modeling and acting. By age 17, she landed an international modeling contract that relocated her to Japan. Upon her return to the states, she fell in love with the other side of the business. She enjoyed being behind the scenes as much as she enjoyed being in front of the camera.
She was hired by a local talent agency, while she was still modeling part-time. Beginning in model development (training the new talent), she worked her way up to booking talent. Many years were spent learning the ropes of the business. Eventually, Barbara landed her dream job as she was selected to travel the southeast making appearances as a *real* Mattel “Barbie” (which is really kind of funny because all her close friends call her “Barbie!”)
Barbara’s passion for art was ignited when she met her husband, Keelan. Although she can’t draw much more than a stick figure, his talent has always amazed her! She is the current President of the International Live Events Association (ILEA) and a 20+ year association member. She has become the “go-to” person for clients looking for live, visual, and artistic entertainment. Representing dozens of talented Artists, she perfectly pairs her clients with talent that best fits their needs!
Keelan Parham
Founder / Chief Creative Officer
Artist, Cartoonist, Model, Actor, Former Elvis Impersonator, and Co-Owner and Creative Director of Artistic Talent Group, Keelan is an entertainer as much as he is an artist.
A graduate of Savannah College of Art and Design, Keelan has served as the President of the International Society of Caricature Artists (ISCA) and is a prominent member of the prestigious National Cartoonists Society (NCS). He knows hundreds of artists around the world and those connections help ATG find artists and entertainers wherever our clients need them.
He has been a professional artist for more than 25 years and his illustrations have appeared in advertisements, comic books, comic strips, and magazines, both nationally and internationally.
Keelan has won the “Best Abstract Style,” “Best Cartoon Style,” and “World’s Fastest Caricaturist” awards from the International Society of Caricature Artists. He is also the author of the book Let’s Toon CARICATURES which is one of the best-selling books on the subject.
As Creative Director of ATG, Keelan is always coming up with new and unique services and products for our clients. He doesn’t just “think outside of the box.” To him, there is NO “box!”
Ted Tucker
Chief Development Officer
Entertaining and drawing caricatures at Walt Disney World since 1992, Ted is a true veteran of the industry. He is the Lead Talent Scout and Artist Trainer for Artistic Talent Group. He discovers and trains new artists to ensure they meet the high standards ATG requires. He is also the Lead Artist and Locations Manager for Caricature Connection (a division of Artistic Talent Group), which is the largest caricature concession company at Walt Disney World.
Ted has won many awards for his artwork throughout the years, but his most impressive is ISCA’s (International Society of Caricature Artists) “World’s Fastest Caricaturist” title. In addition, he creates comic book illustrations and character designs.
Having drawn more than half a million caricatures in the past two decades, Ted excels in his art form. His comedic personality, professionalism, and artistic talent put him at the top of the list of requested artists. He is truly a comedian with a pen!
Darla Bloyed
Chief Operating Officer
Darla joined Artistic Talent Group in 2012 as Operations Manager, bringing over 16 years of management and training experience to the team. Her introduction to the talent industry began with a college internship at one of Orlando’s top modeling agencies, where she was offered a full-time position immediately after graduating from the University of Central Florida. As a booking agent, she gained comprehensive insights into the entertainment industry.
Seeking to expand her professional horizons, Darla transitioned to a sales and marketing company, embracing her passion for travel. In this role, she managed sales and customer service training, coordinating live programs for groups ranging from 10 to over 100 participants. Her dedication and leadership skills led to a quick promotion to a managerial position, where she trained and mentored new associates to support her growing department.
Darla’s enthusiasm, attention to detail, and exceptional communication skills make her an invaluable member of the ATG management team.
Joanie Dean
Agency Director – Corporate Events
Joanie joined Artistic Talent Group (ATG) in 2017 as a part-time office assistant. Through hard work and self-discipline, she solidified a full-time position as Agency Director and now oversees our Corporate Events nationwide!
Joanie’s value to the team is evident in her ‘get it done’ attitude and her passion for the events industry. With over 20 years of customer service and management experience, she brings a wealth of knowledge and skills to ATG, making her an invaluable asset to the company. As Agency Director, Joanie is in a critical leadership role, overseeing corporate event planning, organizing, and artist performance. She works closely with clients, vendors, and our artists to ensure that each event meets our high customer service standards and professionalism.
With a life-long involvement in the arts, Joanie has worked as a model/muse for local artists since 2004. Her attention to detail, creativity, and strong organizational skills are vital in creating successful events.
Dana Pencak
Director - Weddings and PRIVATE EVENTS
Dana joined Artistic Talent Group (ATG) in 2018 with over 20 years of experience in marketing and event planning. She has established an extensive network of wedding and event professionals, cultivating strong relationships with top vendors, venues, and service providers. By regularly attending industry networking events, Dana stays connected with her peers, always seeking opportunities to learn and share best practices. This proactive approach not only enhances her own expertise but also enriches the experiences she curates, as she brings together the best talent to meet her clients’ unique visions.
In addition to her event expertise, Dana is a passionate writer whose published work has garnered attention through various collaborations, including her personal blog on parenting and contributions to the Orlando Sentinel. Known for her infectious energy, positivity, and enthusiasm, Dana effortlessly inspires those around her, creating unforgettable experiences for clients and guests alike.
Lisa Desjardins
DIRECTOR - TALENT ACQUISITION & ECOMMERCE
Lisa Desjardins joined Artistic Talent Group (ATG) in 2021, bringing with her over 21 years of experience in education. As a former educator, Lisa is known for her enthusiasm, creativity, and customer-focused mindset.
In her role, she oversees the recruitment and development of contemporary artists, ensuring that ATG attracts top talent to join its vibrant team. Lisa also leads the company’s ecommerce initiatives, providing exceptional customer support across ATG’s online stores and managing corporate custom orders. With her extensive experience and passion for both talent development and customer service, Lisa continues to be a driving force behind ATG’s growth and success.
Robyn Bomar
DIRECTOR - BUSINESS DEVLEOPMENT
Robyn joined Artistic Talent Group (ATG) in 2024, bringing over 25 years of event planning experience. She has coordinated high-profile concerts, galas, and weddings at iconic venues like Radio City Music Hall and Central Park, often working with A-list celebrities.
Prior to ATG, Robyn ran a boutique event planning firm in Florida, known for its creative and flawless execution of exclusive events.
Her nonprofit work includes collaborations with professional sports organizations and sponsors to host baby showers for military families. She also founded The Birthday Project, a global kindness movement reaching 45 countries, inspiring people to give back on their birthdays.
With a blend of experience, creativity, and passion, Robyn continues to elevate events that leave a lasting impact.
John Frakes
Operations Manager / EPCOT Festivals Manager
John studied Journalism in college in Indiana, was a writer and photographer for a hometown newspaper, and worked as a store manager for a small chain of camera stores for five years before joining Disney, where he worked for 30 years as a retail manager.
In his spare time, he enjoys traveling, golf, hiking, biking, photography, and reading about historical events and persons, including Colonel Sanders of KFC fame, whom he had the pleasure of knowing personally.
Sandy Teves
Manager of The Art Corner by Artistic Talent Group ~ Disney Springs
Kierstin Greene
Location Manager – Hollywood Studios
Kierstin is originally from Eastern Kentucky and lived in Cincinnati, OH, for five years. She moved to Florida to participate in the Disney College Program in 2019. Kierstin joined ATG at the beginning of 2022 after working for 3.5 years in the Disney parks. She recently graduated from Savannah College of Art and Design, where she received her Master’s in animation. Art and Disney have always been her passion; now she gets to draw in the Disney parks daily!
Kierstin always likes to challenge herself in what roles she has worked in. She has been a Marketing manager, Safari Driver, and even a circus performer! She also loves to travel, having been to Spain, Canada, Puerto Rico, China, Singapore, and Bali.
Jayleen DaSilva
EPCOT Festivals Lead
In January 2018, Jayleen joined the Artistic Talent Group as part of the Artistic Marbling team for Epcot’s Festival of the Arts. Since then, she has participated in every Epcot Festival ATG has participated in!
Jayleen became the Festivals Lead due to her vast product knowledge and experience as an artist and retail support assistant. Her bright smile and sociable personality create a great rapport with everyone she meets! Even as a Florida native, she loves visiting the theme parks with her friends. In her free time, she enjoys traveling, going to live concerts, and designing her artwork.
Jeff Carrier
Retail Location Manager
Artistic Advisors
Our training team mentors our staff of more than 40 artists!
Kenny Durkin
Kenny Durkin has been a professional artist for over 20 years. He studied illustration at Milwaukee Institute of Art and Design and moved to Florida in 2000 to become an exclusive artist for Artistic Talent Group!
Kenny’s caricatures are often seen on apparel and merchandise at major retailers around the world. He has illustrated numerous children’s books, designed his own line of plush toys, garden gnomes and has even self-published comic books as well as online comic strips!
He is an award-winning Gold member of the International Society of Caricature Artists and a member of the National Cartoonists Society.
Michael Duron
Michael “Locoduck” Duron has been drawing caricatures since 1996 and joined Artistic Talent Group in 2003.
In addition to being an accomplished caricaturist, he is a renowned illustrator for many officially licensed projects for Lucasfilm, Marvel, DC, The Walking Dead and more. Michael is also a published comic book artist and donates his artistic talent to several charities including St. Jude’s and Give Kids the World.
He’s drawn all over the country but is thrilled to make Artistic Talent Group his home.
Jimmy Pereira
Jimmy Pereira (pronounced pur-air-uh) has been drawing caricatures since the age of 13.
His first caricature event was at his high-school fundraising fair while he was in junior high. He has never stopped drawing caricatures since. His caricatures are always meant to delight and entertain, but never to offend.
He specializes in a strong likeness and slight exaggeration to try to capture the essence of the individual. We have been honored to have him as part of the ATG team since 2007.
