Lanin D. Thomasma has worked as an actor and missioner with Covenant Players international drama ministry for the past 30 years. Currently, he lives in Steelville, Missouri, where he owns and operates Art & Joe, an espresso bar and art showcase in the center of town. From there, Lanin also illustrates children's books and creates customized polymer clay caricatures through his 'N'Toonz website, www.ntoonz.com.