Head in the Clouds…
In life, there is a tension between imagination and the reality of the wider world. A great idea is only as good as its final execution and its effect on the intended audience.
My goal is to find balance between my vision and the realities I encounter, be it the limitations of the media, restrictions of the budget, propensities of the audience, expectations of the stakeholder, or some combination thereof.
Whatever the endeavor, I strive to always keep my head in the clouds while my eye stays focused on the bottom line.
…Eye on the Bottom Line.
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I have worked on an array of projects with a range of clients from small non-profit organizations to Fortune 500 corporations. Often, I have undertaken a client facing role on tasks varying from strategy to implementation. This has helped me stay current, cultivate a unique perspective, and hone a variety of sought-after skills.
I can offer prospective employers the insight of an artist, patience of a teacher, and drive of an entrepreneur.
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I relish the challenges necessitated by professional projects. I enjoy working within budgets, timelines, and creative briefs. I find being part of a team effort often leads to some of my best solutions.
Still, it is fun to occasionally let loose. I can experiment with new tools, try new media, play with techniques, and explore new ideas.
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For twenty years I had the pleasure of mentoring students, at the college level, preparing them to pursue careers in the commercial arts field. I developed and taught courses covering all aspects of commercial art from theoretical to technical.
Subjects included corporate identity and branding, environmental graphic design, packaging graphics, advertising, graphic symbolism, digital illustration, typography, print production, web design, and electronic publishing.