ARTIST STATEMENT

Translating meaning into distinctive designs, which attain high value response rates. A process requiring careful attention in creating designs that capture the target audience at first glance, and make them want to hold on to it. Through typography, photography, and composition, a design can be created. However, it is the expressive and creative approach of the designer to create something unique.

EXPERIENCE

I have gained experience in graphic design and art direction through employment with Fresno State, Gottschalks Corporation, and Panagraph advertising agency. While also doing freelance graphic design work for many businesses and schools throughout California. I have a Bachelor of Arts degree in fine art with an emphasis in graphic design from California State University, Fresno and am a full-time graphic designer in Fresno, California.

AWARDS

Addy Awards
2011 Fresno State Alumni House Centennial Homecoming Brochure – Gold Addy
2011 Fresno State Top Dog Alumni Awards Gala Invitation – Gold Addy
2011 Fresno State Alumni House Centennial Membership Donation Appeal – Silver Addy
2008 IamFresnoState – Interactive Media/Web Online/Campaign – Gold Addy
2008 Powering the New California – Newspaper Ad Campaign – Silver Addy

Public Relations Society of America (PRSA)
2010 Centennial Banners – Posters – Award of Merit
2010 Campaign for Fresno State Banners – Posters – Award of Merit
2009 Bulldog Foundation History Book – Brochure – Award of Merit
2009 College World Series Trophy – Posters – Award of Excellence
2008 Bulldog Foundation – Brochure – Award of Merit
2008 IamFresnoState – Branding and Logo Development – Award of Merit
2008 First Generation Stories – Special Publications – Award of Merit

The Council for Advancement and Support of Education (CASE)
2008 First Generation Stories – Special Print Materials- Gold medal
2007 IamFresnoState – Best Logo/Brand/Image – Silver medal