Morgan Ryan Creative

I hear we're asking ChatGPT to draw out a caricature of us at work...

I’m so proud to share what the team at 1455, led by one of my favorite people, Sean Murphy, Author have been working toward — the launch of 1455 books — a new nonprofit press dedicated to creating accessible publishing opportunities for writers, including 3 new book initiatives. This new offering is the culmination of years of passion, purpose, and community. If you care about supporting diverse, authentic storytelling, take a look at what’s unfolding...

Learn more at 1455books.com

One of the best people I know, Sean Murphy, Author, just released his collection of stories, This Kind of Man, which takes a deep look into the complex pressures and tensions of the contemporary man. Buy it on Amazon > https://amzn.to/4cSbYp9

PS: I was fortunate to get to work with him on the cover! 😁

AVAILABLE NOW on Amazon: https://amzn.to/4cSbYp9

Over the past decade, I've pondered a burning question: why is there so much anger, especially among men? We talk about it endlessly, yet somehow, it feels like we're barely scratching the surface. That's why I wrote "This Kind of Man."

In this book, I look deeply at the complicated, tender, and wild truth of what it means to be a man today. These stories explore the pressures and tensions of contemporary life, and how men navigate them, often without success.

Having written a lot of political commentary, I wanted to creatively interrogate the sociopolitical state of 21st-century America: these stories are urgent, personal, and in some instances inspired directly by breaking news. My hope is to instigate some positive dialogue, and create new stories, turning art into life.

Time for a headshot update for this handsome man

1455's eMagazine Movable Type just released it's last issue of the year, packed with new features as well as a a spotlight on session recordings from this year's StoryFest events. This continues to be a great place to find discussion, poetry, and essays from a variety of contributors around the world. Check it out!

Movable Type Issue No. 17: The Storytelling Issue | 1455 Literary Arts Movable Type Issue No. 17: The Storytelling Issue by Admin | Nov 15, 2023 | MT No. 17 | 0 comments Sponsored by Cover Background Art by Morgan Ryan | morganryancreative.com DIRECTOR’S CUT The STORYTELLING Issue Let me tell you some stories. In 1851, Melville published what he knew to be his master...

You just can't go wrong with a clean black and white color scheme for headshots--it feels both modern and timeless at the same time. Doesn't hurt when you have such a beautiful model to work with either--what a fun photoshoot!❤️

Here we go! Getting ready to go live at 10am at the virtual #1455StoryFest - don't miss 1455 's biggest event of the year! 1455litarts.org/StoryFest #writingcommunity #poetrycommunity #creativecommunity #artsfestival

I am thrilled to be able to participate in discussion with John Todd at this year. If you are a creative professional (or hobbyist) and haven't registered yet, check it out: 1455litarts.org/storyfest

Join us at for a discussion with our featured artist, John Todd (Instagram: )

John Todd is a graphic artist from Washington D.C., who serves professionally as a graphic designer and also creates visual art, which you may have seen featured in our recent issue of Movable Type. John’s work uses vibrant colors, geometric elements, and photography to create digital collage. His work has been featured in our various promotions for StoryFest, as well as in the header imagery on the event site.

This session will begin following opening remarks by Sean Murphy, Author on July 15th at 10am EST. 1455's Morgan Ryan Creative will welcome John and join in discussion of all things graphic design, the creative soul, and the pursuit of art beyond objectivity.

Registration is free > 1455litarts.org/storyfest