Gerald's passion for drawing and painting began in childhood.
After leaving school, he attended the North Cheshire School of Art and Design in England, where he studied life drawing, general art, ceramics, and photography. After completing his studies, he undertook an apprenticeship in printing and, although he gained experience, he decided it was not exactly the career that suited him. After a few years working for himself as an artist, he decided to return to full-time studies and enrolled at the University of Plymouth in Devon, England, where he studied graphic design. He then studied illustration at Falmouth University in Cornwall, England.
During his studies, he won a competition by designing wine labels and created the cover for his very first record. After graduating with honors, he established himself as a full-time independent artist. His first job involved producing monthly cover illustrations for a magazine. He then produced a wide variety of illustrations for book and magazine publishers. He works alongside writers and poets. He has created album covers for record labels and musicians. He has worked for marketing companies, nature conservation organizations, and tourist attractions, etc. In recent years, he has provided puzzle and game companies with his colorful, detailed, and imaginative art.