Karen is an emerging graphic artist. She grew up in various towns in Canada's Maritime provinces. In Halifax, Nova Scotia, she studied fine art at NSCAD University (BFA 2006) and has since worked in Halifax and Cape Breton. She's on the lookout for great opportunities in new places.
This portfolio includes web design, print design, illustration, and writing.
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web design
Tasks for all pages include visual design, information architecture, XHTML, CSS, installing PHP scripts. Each web site has been given a redesign and a renewed focus.
Opportunity Farm
upcoming Rustic homestead.
before & after | mirror site
Key Note Music School
current Resource for music students.
before & after | keynotemusicschool.com
Globetrot
archived Travel-based social network.
mirror site
Autism Society of Cape Breton
upcoming Vibrant volunteer organization.
before & after | mirror site
Just Sew - Vases and Bowls
current Handmade crafts from Nova Scotia.
vasesbowls.com
Upper Clements Cottages
archived Cheery tourism brochure.
before & after | mirror site
print design
client projects Allan Foster's business card, Amanda's Cleaning Services logo, the Student Connections newsletter, and the Industrial Cape Breton Council of Churches logo are found below.
design concepts A menu, a book cover, a mix CD, and an invitation show additional exploration.
illustration
Pen & ink drawings with color fills portray lively scenes inspired by Nova Scotia life and pop culture. Click on a preview below to view the full image.
writing
Karen contributes reviews of science fiction and fantasy movies to Pixielate.
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