Tom Freeman was born in 1952 in Pontiac, Michigan. Although, he never received any formal art training as a child he would grow up to be an professional artist and his talents would be described as “ a God given gift.”() After serving seven years in the United States Marine Corps Reserve, his career would be kickstarted in 1977. His career would start after he submitted a submitted his artwork to Proceedings Magazine. This was not done without the help of his supportive acquaintance, Carl Evers. He would continue to make naval art and he would feature in many magazines including Reader's Digest, Popular Mechanics, Business Week, TV Guide, and many more. His artworks would appear in many popular palaces and galleries. For example, at the age
