Flexing my creative muscles since 1998

Flexing my creative muscles since 1998

Flexing my creative muscles since 1998

About Me

About Me

About Me

Asset Management

Almost every designer can make you something pretty, but can they find it when you come back to them six months later with edits? Providing some method to the madness is crucial?

Branding

Sure, a robot named Alice can spit out logo in 30 seconds, but does it differentiate your business from your competition? I'm passionate about concepting, creating and strategerizing your brandmark.

Collaboration

Sometimes the best solutions come from putting our brains together to make an even greater, Voltron-like brain lion. Playing nice with others can sometimes produce even greater results.

Concepting

It starts with a sketchbook and a pen and gradually makes it's way to Illustrator, Figma or another favorite software. Spitting out as many ideas to start a project can help it stay on target throughout.

Creativity

When I was first disciplined for holding my pencil incorrectly (thanks 2nd grade english teacher), it was obvious the lead had been replaced with creative juices. Let them flow.

Digital Design

My digital capabilities expanded when I discovered Sketch and Figma. I love creating and prototyping in those programs and they've improved my ability to layout emails, websites and apps.

Illlustration

Whether it's sketching, infographics or just adding some flair to that layout, I love it all. Hello my name isn't Simon, but I like to do draaaaaawings.

Presentation Design

Powerpoint and Keynote can cause some designers to sweat profusely and shake violently, but I got it. Combined with branding and illustration skills, we'll have your presentation humming.

Print Design

Your favorite pair of pants or shirt know how to keep you comfortable in all the right places. It is that kind of relationship I have with print design, as a pair of design awards can attest.

I’ve continued to absorb as much UX and Figma experience as I can, including crafting advanced prototypes fit to be leveraged as the foundation for a business.

Strategy

Just imagine if Blockbuster Video would've sketched out a more complete strategy and come up with the Netflix business plan? Sometimes strategy is as important or more than the design itself.

UX/UI

I’ve continued to absorb as much UX and Figma experience as I can, including crafting design systems and building advanced prototypes fit to be leveraged as the foundation for a business.

What I Bring to the Table

When you’ve been a graphic designer for over 25 years you have acquired a robust set of traits and skills.

Asset Management

Almost every designer can make you something pretty, but can they find it when you come back to them six months later with edits? Providing some method to the madness is crucial?

Branding

Sure, a robot named Alice can spit out logo in 30 seconds, but does it differentiate your business from your competition? I'm passionate about concepting, creating and strategerizing your brandmark.

Collaboration

Sometimes the best solutions come from putting our brains together to make an even greater, Voltron-like brain lion. Playing nice with others can sometimes produce even greater results.

Concepting

It starts with a sketchbook and a pen and gradually makes it's way to Illustrator, Figma or another favorite software. Spitting out as many ideas to start a project can help it stay on target throughout.

Creativity

When I was first disciplined for holding my pencil incorrectly (thanks 2nd grade english teacher), it was obvious the lead had been replaced with creative juices. Let them flow.

Digital Design

My digital capabilities expanded when I discovered Sketch and Figma. I love creating and prototyping in those programs and they've improved my ability to layout emails, websites and apps.

Illlustration

Whether it's sketching, infographics or just adding some flair to that layout, I love it all. Hello my name isn't Simon, but I like to do draaaaaawings.

Presentation Design

Powerpoint and Keynote can cause some designers to sweat profusely and shake violently, but I got it. Combined with branding and illustration skills, we'll have your presentation humming.

Print Design

Your favorite pair of pants or shirt know how to keep you comfortable in all the right places. It is that kind of relationship I have with print design, as a pair of design awards can attest.

I’ve continued to absorb as much UX and Figma experience as I can, including crafting advanced prototypes fit to be leveraged as the foundation for a business.

Strategy

Just imagine if Blockbuster Video would've sketched out a more complete strategy and come up with the Netflix business plan? Sometimes strategy is as important or more than the design itself.

UX/UI

I’ve continued to absorb as much UX and Figma experience as I can, including crafting design systems and building advanced prototypes fit to be leveraged as the foundation for a business.

What I Bring to the Table

When you’ve been a graphic designer for over 25 years you have acquired a robust set of traits and skills.

Asset Management

Almost every designer can make you something pretty, but can they find it when you come back to them six months later with edits? Providing some method to the madness is crucial?

Branding

Sure, a robot named Alice can spit out logo in 30 seconds, but does it differentiate your business from your competition? I'm passionate about concepting, creating and strategerizing your brandmark.

Collaboration

Sometimes the best solutions come from putting our brains together to make an even greater, Voltron-like brain lion. Playing nice with others can sometimes produce even greater results.

Concepting

It starts with a sketchbook and a pen and gradually makes it's way to Illustrator, Figma or another favorite software. Spitting out as many ideas to start a project can help it stay on target throughout.

Creativity

When I was first disciplined for holding my pencil incorrectly (thanks 2nd grade english teacher), it was obvious the lead had been replaced with creative juices. Let them flow.

Digital Design

My digital capabilities expanded when I discovered Sketch and Figma. I love creating and prototyping in those programs and they've improved my ability to layout emails, websites and apps.

Illlustration

Whether it's sketching, infographics or just adding some flair to that layout, I love it all. Hello my name isn't Simon, but I like to do draaaaaawings.

Presentation Design

Powerpoint and Keynote can cause some designers to sweat profusely and shake violently, but I got it. Combined with branding and illustration skills, we'll have your presentation humming.

Print Design

Your favorite pair of pants or shirt know how to keep you comfortable in all the right places. It is that kind of relationship I have with print design, as a pair of design awards can attest.

Strategy

Just imagine if Blockbuster Video would've sketched out a more complete strategy and come up with the Netflix business plan? Sometimes strategy is as important or more than the design itself.

UX/UI

I’ve continued to absorb as much UX and Figma experience as I can, including crafting design systems and building advanced prototypes fit to be leveraged as the foundation for a business.

What I Bring to the Table

When you’ve been a graphic designer for 25+ years you have acquired a robust set of skills.

Satisfaction

Guaranteed

Satisfaction

Guaranteed

Satisfaction

Guaranteed

When you are looking for the right creative mind, sometimes you're forced to take a leap of faith that you have found the right match. I strive to put your insecurities to rest by encouraging constructive feedback and working on your project until the results exceed your expectations.

Working

With You

Working

With You

Working

With You

Some people say I communicate too much, but when it comes to meeting clients needs I don’t think there is a limit. Sure, I respect boundaries but when you need something or require a more thorough explanation in order to understand and effectively disseminate to key peers, I am available.

Growing Up

Growing Up

Growing Up

I grew up in Minnetonka, Minnesota and have remained in the state of lakes and loons all of my life. I graduated from Hopkins High School and as you might imagine looking at the picture above left, was quite the hottie. That happens when you get industrial tech glasses and braces in the same week. A few years later I would dye my hair blonde and since that coincided with the emergence of Eminem, some people called me Slim Shady.

Fatherhood

Fatherhood

Fatherhood

I have been blessed with two amazing daughters, Norah (left) and Ruby (right). I'm so proud of them and they are already doing great things in the world.

Furryhood

Furryhood

Furryhood

Somewhere smack dab in the middle of Covid blowing up the world, I added this cute Boston Terrier to the family. Lucille is more active with her paws than any dog I've had as seen by her tapping me on the face in the photo above. She can clear a room with her gas, but she's a great snuggler and loves walks and playing catch.

Other Things I'm Fond Of

Other Things I'm Fond Of

Other Things I'm Fond Of

I'm a lifelong baseball fan and have become a hockey fan since a professional team returned to Minnesota. The sports teams I remain hopelessly loyal to are the Toronto Blue Jays and the Minnesota Wild. I also love live music and won't miss a chance to see one of my favorites, Bon Iver (singer Justin Vernon pictured).

Bracke

React'y

Bracke React'y

Bracke

React'y

Testimonial

Testimonial

Testimonial

Clients

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Clients

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Clients

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Some images used have been licensed through Adobe Stock, Unsplash, Mockup World, Freepik, Mr. Mockup, MockupTree, and Creative Market.

Get in Touch

Drop me a note and tell me how you envision us working together!

bracktacular@gmail.com

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Some images used have been licensed through Adobe Stock, Unsplash, Mockup World, Freepik, Mr. Mockup, MockupTree, and Creative Market.

Get in Touch

Drop me a note and tell me how you envision us working together!

bracktacular@gmail.com

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Some images used have been licensed through Adobe Stock, Unsplash, Mockup World, Freepik, Mr. Mockup, MockupTree, and Creative Market.

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Get in Touch

Drop me a note and tell me how you envision us working together!

bracktacular@gmail.com