Dale Cochran, a native of South Carolina, has been professionally involved in the arts for over 40 years. He is an award-winning artist, illustrator, creative director, designer, and instructor. Dale studied at Anderson College and Winthrop University, where he earned an Associate of Arts and a Bachelor of Visual Arts, respectively.

While his primary focus has been on drawing, painting, and design, Dale brings a unique blend of skills to his work. Throughout his extensive career, he has led creative teams, been an active member of numerous art organizations, served on advisory boards for art and design, juried art and design competitions, and conducted classes and workshops in watercolor, design, and design tools like Photoshop, InDesign, and Illustrator.

Dale began his professional journey as a fine artist and illustrator. His artwork has been showcased in exhibitions and is part of various corporate, museum, and private collections. His award-winning illustrations have appeared in publications, editorials, and marketing materials.

As a creative director, Dale has demonstrated a proven ability to build and nurture diverse creative teams, leading groups in both corporate settings and higher education, including roles at Coats & Clark, Rockwell Automation, and Clemson University. He has also served as the lead designer on various marketing projects and rebranding initiatives for Coats & Clark, Rockwell Automation, Clemson University, Master Power Transmission, and several smaller manufacturing and retail businesses.

Dale is known for his figurative, landscape, and animal work in watercolor. He is a current artist member of the Artist Guild Gallery of Greenville, SC.