I am an illustrator currently residing in the Metro Detroit area. I am confident that I would be able to aid the creative process for any project. My training is spread over a broad range of disciplines including, design, perspective, as well as traditional and digital painting, enabling me to solve any number of design challenges. With my experience as an independent artist and fresh perspective on communication arts, I am sure that I can to bring a unique and acceptable close to any assignment delivered to me.
QUALITY DESIGN PROFESSIONAL
Paris E. I. Addie
313-918-2711
17148 13 Mile Rd Apt 148 B
Roseville, MI 48066
Parisaddiedesign@gmail.com
QUALIFICATIONS
Adept in translating written ideas into finished work in both digital & traditional mediums
Skilled in layout, composition, familiar with the steps of the image making process
Formal training in figure studies and perspective
Familiar with industry standard design programs: Adobe CS - CS3
Experienced in research and development of design and illustration projects
Innovative & thoughtful approach to creative work
EDUCATION
Eastern Michigan University - Washtenaw Community College 2002 - 2004
Coursework in English studies, journalism and creative writing including liberal
arts courses
BFA Illustration: pending May 2012
Completed 3 years of illustration program at College for Creative Studies.
Foundation Drawing I and II
Figure Illustration I
Fine Arts Anatomy
Gesture Drawing
Illustration Techniques
Perspective Problem Solving
Design Concepts I
Digital Fundamentals
Book arts and crafts
Photography and darkroom procedures
EXPERIENCE
4 years creating personalized artwork.
3 years creating traditional illustrations and designs
2 years constructing signs and advertisements for events
2 years illustrating for business & web-page elements
Large scale image production: Mural painting and print procedures
REFERENCES
Available upon Request