Fine Artist specializing in watercolor and mixed media paintings. Known for my portrait work (especially pets). I actively participate in regional art fairs - Chicago / St. Louis / Springfield area. My newer works are more abstract, full of texture and color. Visit my website: www.christystudios.com to view my paintings!

Graphic Design firm specializing in web, print and marketing . As Operations Manager, I streamline the workflow, manage projects, troubleshoot and design. Working on a pc platform, I utilize Adobe Dreamweaver, Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesigns, Microsoft Office. I am knowledgeable in WordPress, CSS, HTML & enough PHP to get me in trouble.I work with various printers based on the needs of the client & the scope of the project. Using my near 20 years of experience, I know what type of files will work best for each project & supply the vendor & client with those files. My experience at MD Designs exposed me to many different vendor types which is very useful for unique projects.

Graphic Designer - interior/industrial design, CNC toolpathing, laser engraving, Autocad, 3D Studio Pro, technical design standards, Adobe Illustrator/Photoshop. Designed interior and exterior functional displays, met clients budget by working with estimating department & production. Stayed up to date on new materials and material usage. Supplied production with workable files for CNC/laser/manufacturing/technical specs/layout/assembly.Team Leader - includes production management, office management, design management, purchasing management, created and wrote customer service software and order entry softwareHead of Marketing / Design - Created all print materials / web / trade show booth graphics as well as responsible for all marketing campaigns / marketing for company.Sales - Direct customer relations covering 18 states. Clients included major hospitals, universities, non-profits, etc. Directed their design ideas to the art department, worked with estimating department & production.