Kristen E. Stuart

 Reviewed:  1-6-2012

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Freelance professional graphic designer

I've designed my website for clients and prospective business clients, to serve their needs for information and background on using a graphic designer or illustrator. Many times people are uncomfortable with approaching a designer - what does a graphic designer actually do, anyway? How do they do what they do? How can a graphic designer or help me? How will they work with me, and what will they provide? It can seem mysterious - the "creative process" - or perhaps intimidating. And have you had a bad or negative experience with a graphic designer? I'm sorry to say that too many people who become clients describe past experiences with graphic designers that involve shoddy work, missed deadlines, arguments, overcharging, strained relationships that are not business-like - amateurs, in a word. Clients say that I'm easy to work with, however, as do my students (I teach college level graphic design). See Client Comments.

Branding

Branding, part of branding, is consistency throughout materials, whether in print or electronic forms. A lack of consistency is death to branding and establishing a brand, whether you are branding a small company or a large organization. As a professional graphic designer I provide services that help an organization establish a brand and keep consistency in branding across all forms where a brand or branding is communicated. Branding starts with a logo, and as a logo designer I keep branding concepts, e.g., positioning against competition, emphasis on unique advantages, etc. firmly in mind. As a designer of brochures and newsletters and other applications, branding is center stage throughout, whether for these or other company or organization materials, advertising, collaterals, product & service sheets, etc. (see a fuller list of  services & applications)

 Illustrator

When the services of an illustrator are called for, the process of working with an illustrator becomes most vital to success. I explain the process and the steps in whatever the project might be, whether it is creating original drawings and creations by hand - pencil, ink, water color, paper, or other mediums. I work directly with the principals in whatever organization, one-on-one, answer questions, explain what works and what is or isn't a good idea for a particular application. Does this color clash with that one? Is there a better paper that would enhance the work or project? As a professional illustrator I advise, consult, suggest. And I stay with you for the long haul, the long term, as often this is a client relationship that develops over time and continues. That's what I do and how I work. Clients tell me that they're very satisfied with our work together. Call me and I'll be happy to talk with you, and explore how I may help you with your project. Thanks.

Kristen E. Stuart
Full Time Professional, Degreed, Experienced
Easy to work with...