Rob Wilson is an illustrator and graphic designer. Originally from West Texas, he spent more than 22 years creating award-winning work as designer and creative director for a Dallas design agency. In 2011 he founded the firm Silas Tom. Wilson brings his wit and distinctive style to projects that include work for Dell, Design Within Reach, Neiman Marcus, AT&T, HarperCollins, Refinery 29, The Washington Post Magazine, Hudson Yards, Nasher Sculpture Center and The Wall Street Journal. He is also the creator of the icon for Welcome to Night Vale, one of the most downloaded podcasts in the world. His work has been honored by Communication Arts, AIGA, Dallas Society of Visual Communication, Print, Type Director’s Club and Graphis. He was part of First Things First during NYCxDesign Week, several groups shows at Erin Cluley Gallery and the ArtSpace 14 Exhibition at Pan McMillan London. In 2018 Rob was nominated for the Cooper Hewitt National Design Award.
Rob lives in New York City with his dog Maisie.