Colin Walsh

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Hi, I’m a visual designer and illustrator with 20+ years of experience creating products for kids, greeting cards, gift wrap, and home décor.

About

Hi, I’m a visual designer and illustrator with 20+ years of experience creating products for kids, greeting cards, gift wrap, and home décor. I co-run Tigersheep Friends, a boutique gifting studio focusing on risograph printing, home décor, apparel, murals, and a wide range of creative endeavors.

I’ve collaborated with Hallmark Cards as a senior designer and illustrator, led gift development and trends forecasting, and also take on freelance mural and signage work for Advocate Children’s Hospital and other clients. I love mentoring, speaking at events, and exploring new print & design techniques with bold, friendly solutions.

  • 25 years' experience
  • Joined April 2026

Industry experience

  • Media & Entertainment
  • Retail
  • Education
  • Professional Services
  • Other
  • Consumer Goods
  • Manufacturing

Work experience· 13 roles

Freelance / Creative Consultant · FREELANCEJan 2022 – Present · 4 yrs 11 mos

Mural and signage for Advocate Children’s Hospital; Hallmark greeting card illustration/design; college portfolio consultation; Gift Card Impressions; Brickhouse Studio campaigns.

Freelance Designer & Illustrator · FREELANCEJan 2022 – Present · 4 yrs 11 mos

Mural and signage work for Advocate Children’s Hospital; greeting card illustration/design for Hallmark; college portfolio consultation; Gift Card Impressions projects; Brickhouse Studio greeting card and marketing campaign designs.

Collaborator / Product Designer · LAND OF NODJan 2014 – Jan 2015 · 1 yr 1 mo

Collaboration on multiple kids product including wall decor, web illustration, pillows, plush and toys.

Co-owner and creator · TIGERSHEEP FRIENDSJan 2011 – Present · 15 yrs 11 mos
Collaborator / Designer · LAND OF NODJan 2011 – Present · 15 yrs 11 mos
Co-owner & Creator · TIGERSHEEP FRIENDSJan 2011 – Present · 15 yrs 11 mos
Speaker / Workshop Presenter · Workshops + Speaking EventsJan 2007 – Jan 2008 · 1 yr 1 mo
Senior designer and illustrator · HALLMARK CARDSJan 2006 – Present · 20 yrs 11 mos

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Graphic Design · Ringling School of Art and Design1997 – 2001
Bachelor’s Degree in Graphic Design · Ringling School of Art and Design1997 – 2001
Bachelor’s Degree in Graphic Design · Ringling School of Art & Design1997 – 2001

Certifications and awards

AIGA Best in Class2030 – 2026
AIGA Best in Class2025 – 2026
AIGA Best in Class: Collage Work2024 – 2026

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