Shae Goodlett is a Louisville-based designer, illustrator, and arts educator. He holds a BA from Bellarmine University and an MFA from the University of Louisville, where he studied graphic design and studio art. Goodlett began his illustration career as a weekly contributor to Louisville Magazine and published his first book, The Meatshower (Early Works Press), in 2018. His work has appeared in national outlets including Sports Illustrated, and his production art has been installed in spaces such as Heaven Hill Distillery and the White House Visitor Center. He has also created merchandise and apparel for internationally recognized music acts, including Terror and Knocked Loose. Working primarily on paper, Goodlett maintains an active studio practice exploring personal and familial history, identity, regional industry, and popular culture. His artwork has been exhibited throughout Kentucky, Tennessee, and Ohio. He teaches graphic design and illustration at the University of Kentucky.
