Design December I dream

If you follow me on any of my social media platforms, you’ve seen a few of these promotional pieces leading up to #DesignDecember and Christmas. The graphics used can be found on freepik.com and creativemarket.com. Using social media is a powerful resource to help bring awareness, promote events and engage with your audience. Social Media Examiner has 16 ways to promote your event.

Happy Mother's Day

Mom, today is your day. You selflessly care for each of us in ways that only a mother could. You Mom are worthy of celebrating. For all the times that I have called and you answered…thank you! For all the times you gave encouraging…thank you! For all the times you came to every event…thank you! For all the ways you have shown me what a woman of God looks like…thank you! Today serves as a reminder for all the amazing… Read more »

Creative Talent Advertisement

“What the eyes don’t see, the heart doesn’t feel” – Spanish Proverb I have been a graphic designer for almost 20 years, working on staff for corporations and non-profit organizations, as well as running my own small design business. My abilities and experience cover a wide range; As Stephen Covey famously said, “Start with the end in mind”, I have all the necessary skills to see a project from idea to concept to final design. I can also trouble-shoot computer software… Read more »

Vintage Trends speculative marketing material using Cobalt Blue Postcard from Paper Direct

Often times, I am asked “Is direct marketing still necessary?” My answer is YES!. Though many people are on mobile devices, having a tangible item to reference, helps to remind consumers of your business. I was given a challenge by a colleague of mine to come with three ways to use one postcard design. I actually came up with 4. The postcard I used is called Cobalt Blue from Paper Direct. It’s printed on a heavy card stock and has… Read more »

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I’ve been surfing the net looking for designs of different genres. Google + had some amazing post this week and here are some of my finds: Blog pick: Paper & Stitch I found on a blogroll. I love unique designs and this folded business card is amazing. The black and white palette makes it elegant. Social Media pick: SociallyStacked.com I found on Google+, Socially Stacked has great content for small business needing help with social media. Video pick: Storytelling: The… Read more »