Justin Stiles was born in Sacramento, California and raised in the Seattle, Washington. His passion for sports took him to Western Washington University to play football where he received his BA in Communication and a minor in Fine and Performing Arts. One he graduated, Stiles relocated to Los Angeles where several people encouraged him to pursue his career as an artist. After eight successful shows within five years it was clear that it was the beginning of a promising career. Justin later returned to be with his family in Seattle and has a studio on the Vashon Island, and area popular amongst artists.