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Graphic Design/Expert Profile
Expertise
I can answer questions about InDesign, Illustrator, Photoshop, Acrobat, Dreamweaver and Flash (some actionscript). I understand color theory, layout and design principles and typography. Additionally, I can address concerns involving project managment, proposals, and working with contractors (not too much on legal issues though). I can answer questions on both web (CSS, AJAX and XHTML) and print design/production.
Experience in the area
I work in web development/design using CSS, AJAX and XHTML. I develop and design printed materials and campaigns (annual reports, catalogs, brochures, corporate identity, packaging). I work as a freelance designer and marketing communications consultant, and also in-house for a public b-2-b company as Sr. Graphic Designer and Marketing Communications Manager. I have worked in Graphic Design for 10 years, and before that I worked as a studio artist producing fine art and illustration.
Organizations
AIGA
Education/Credentials
BFA Fine Art and Masters Certificate in Multimedia Design.
Average Ratings
Recent Reviews from Users
K = Knowledgeability C = Clarity of Response T = Timeliness P = Politeness| User | Date | K | C | T | P | Comments |
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| Brooke Bennett | 09/16/09 | 10 | 10 | 10 | 10 | Thank you Patti. I think I figured ..... |
| Bob | 08/25/09 | 10 | 9 | 7 | 9 | I didn't know type had developed to ..... |
| Kimanh | 06/14/09 | 10 | 10 | 10 | 10 | Thank you so much for your great ..... |
| Alice | 05/14/09 | 10 | 10 | 10 | 10 | thanks Patti for the helpful and very ..... |
Recent Answers from Patti Glenn
2009-10-16 Portfolio typo:
It might - depends on if they catch it or how good the other portfolios are they are looking at. Most likely though - even though it's off-putting to see mistakes in a portfolio or resume, they happen
2009-09-29 Is graphic design for me?:
To be a sucessful designer you will need to learn to draw. The good news is that you can learn to draw even if you've never dreawn befoe. You may not be suitable for illusratve work but it's important
2009-09-15 Defining area to export artwork:
Okay. Your set up looks good. Are you getting this issue only when you export for web or also when you export to PDF? You can try check the box on the export for web dialog that says clip to artboard
2009-09-08 Defining area to export artwork:
In Illustrator CS4 its possible to have overlapping artboards, or working areas that are defined by the artboard tool, which is what is sounds like you are describing (you call it the crop tool and the
2009-08-22 Basic text font for website:
If you have a knowledgeable web developer, you can ask them to create type styles using CSS. Find out more about how flexible this can make your typography on the web by visiting http://www.csszengarden
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