My names is James Baack. I am an Artist, Writer, and Independent Filmmaker. My paintings and Photography have been featured in published books, magazines, and periodicals. I have displayed my work at numerous Chicago area galleries, The Prudential Building, and also The Chicago Public Library.
I have written and directed four successful independent films entitled "The Bloody Rage of Bigfoot", "Dracula's Orgy of the Damned," "Werewolf Massacre at Hell's Gate," and "Cult of the Shadow People." I am the president and founder of the Chicago based company Great Lakes Artists Group Inc.
Favourite Visual Artist
H.R.Giger, Frank Frazetta, Joe Kubert, Steve Hanks, Bernie Wrightson
Favourite Movies
Alien, Aliens, Amadeus, Dances with Wolves, The Blues Brothers, Goodfellas, Star Wars, King Kong (2005), GRINDHOUSE , Greystoke: The Legend of Tarzan, Lord of the Apes
Favourite TV Shows
Battlestar Galactica, The Office, X-Files, Curb Your Enthusiasm, Svengoolie, BATMAN: The Animated Series
Favourite Bands / Musical Artists
Bob Dylan, Tom Waits, Jimmy Buffett, Anita Baker, Bob Marley, Henry Mancini, Bruce Springsteen, Frank Zappa, Neil Diamond, Muddy Waters, Black Sabbath, Grateful Dead, AC/DC, Rolling Stones.
Favourite Books
The Dark Knight Returns, Watchmen, AFRAID,
Favourite Writers
Hunter Thompson, Raymond Benson.
Favourite Games
Grand Theft Auto-Vice City, Grand Theft Auto 5, Galaga, Alien vs. Predator.
Other Interests
Photography, Camping, Hiking, Cooking, Toys, Model Building, Comic Books, Going to Concerts, Going to the Beach, Road Trips.