Graphic Design

In addition to website related services I have also worked in graphic design since 1997. My career began at a San Diego software company where I cut my teeth designing all manner of marketing collateral and educational materials. I've created business cards, postcards, brochures, posters, rack cards, tradeshow graphics, presentation folders, flyers, t-shirt designs, custom illustrations and even logo-imprinted squirt guns (guess the days of toy gun giveaways are behind us now!).

When you have a site it's important to carry your branding, logo, colors, fonts and general branding over into your printed promotional items and vis versa. I make it quick and easy to do that by using the design ideas and preferences we develop in working together and applying them to your additional projects. Simple = Good! And I can purchase high-res versions of stock imagery for use on both your site and print project, which saves you money.

You can chose to hire a developer who speaks primarily in technical terms that are hard to follow and a graphic artist who works only in print or you can save time and simply your life by going with an experienced professional with a solid track record in web and print work. Contact me for a free quote on your upcoming print project.

Digital Photo Editing

I recently found a great fitness tip from my friend Chris Tina Bruce on her website: Visualize how you look - Take a picture of your body and have it "morphed". Want to see how you look 10, 20, 30 pounds lighter? Have the artist edit the picture into an image you like, then take home copies of it and hang them everywhere. Harness the power of visualization.

If you're interested in this, or need an image restored or embellished, feel free to contact me. I've been doing photo-realistic, high-end digital editing work since 1997 and offer very reasonable rates quoted per project.

Here are a few samples. Software sales rep's faces and corporate logos were added to photos of Olympians.

A note about copyright, be aware that the use of any copyrighted photo in a sale is prohibited so we may need to purchase additional photos to complete your desired image. Stock royalty-free photography is plentiful and inexpensive and provides great figures and backgrounds.

Pricing

Design & Production
Pricing is based on the amount of time needed to complete a project. I can meet with you for a free evaluation and provide an itemized estimate. Projects are quoted to include two rounds of revisions, with additional time available at the hourly rate of $60/hr.

Printing and Post Production
I can work with a provider of your choice or I can recommend local printers and logo-imprint companies who do terrific work on everything from business cards to car wraps. I do not add a margin to printing, I charge only for the time spent on your project's creation.

Ongoing Service
I maintain a copy of the editable master files of your projects along with fonts, stock photos, and other source materials. I can quickly turn around additional projects using the materials on file from previous work. Saves you time and money!

Samples

Stay tuned for a portfolio of graphic design samples ... coming soon!