David J. Tuss is a graphic artist who specializes in blending technical accuracy with vivid, lifelike compositions. His work is featured in scientific articles, textbooks, and science literature. In addition to Animal Weapons: The Evolution of Battle his work has been featured on the cover of the journal Cell, and Natural History Magazine.  He lives in Helena, Montana with his wife Kathryn where he works as an illustrator, science educator, and wilderness/range specialist.