Sunitha L. Sowden

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I'm Sunitha L. Sowden, a design professional with a diverse multidisciplinary portfolio and strong background in commercial art and illustration from duCret School of Art.

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I’m Sunitha L. Sowden, a design professional with a diverse multidisciplinary portfolio and strong background in commercial art and illustration from duCret School of Art. I specialize in photorealistic architectural renderings, cabinetry design, interior layouts, and fine-art décor, blending technical precision with artistic vision. My work blends aesthetics with practicality to create compelling spaces and visuals for residential and commercial projects.

Over the years I have led creative direction for SLS Design Studio and IDEAL CDR, managed client relationships, project workflows, and brand identity, and I am passionate about transforming spaces and visual assets into engaging experiences for clients and stakeholders.

Industry experience

  • Real Estate & Construction
  • Professional Services
  • Media & Entertainment

Projects · 11

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  • Designer
  • Illustrator

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  • 3D Designer
  • 3D Modeler
  • 3D Visualizer
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Work experience· 7 roles

Founder, and Creative Lead · SLS Design Studio, LLCOct 2025 – Present · 1 yr 2 mos

Founder of a boutique design studio specializing in photorealistic architectural renderings, cabinetry design, interior layouts, and fine-art décor. Lead all creative direction, client communication, and project execution. Create original fine-art décor and visual assets to enhance design projects and brand identity. Manage end-to-end client experience, contracts, and project workflows. Build and maintain a cohesive Instagram presence showcasing design work and artistic process.

Co-owner, VP Operations and Lead Designer · IDEAL CDRJan 2022 – Oct 2025 · 3 yrs 10 mos

Oversaw operations for a design/build residential construction company, including project management and vendor negotiations. Served as Lead Designer, managing cabinet procurement, drawings, and renderings; trained staff on cabinet specifications and processes. Directed design and procurement for a 7,000 sq. ft. warehouse transformation into new offices for the company, featuring a cabinetry showroom, Employee Break Room, and Conference Room.

VP Operations · IDEAL CDRJan 2017 – Jan 2022 · 5 yrs 1 mo

Duties of Production Administrator, and additionally running biweekly payroll through ADP, and invoicing clients through QuickBooks.

Project Administrator · IDEAL CDRJan 2007 – Jan 2017 · 10 yrs 1 mo
Secretary and Production Assistant · IDEAL CDRSep 2006 – Jan 2007 · 5 mos
Faux Painter · Faux InteriorsApr 2005 – Apr 2006 · 1 yr 1 mo
Professional Freelance Fine ArtistJan 2001 – Present · 25 yrs 11 mos

Education

Coursework · Academy of Art University2015 – 2017
Diploma in Commercial Art and Illustration · duCret School of Art2002 – 2005

Certifications and awards

The American Artists Fund Scholarship Award2003 – 2026
Walter Swain Award - Alumni Award (3rd place, Graphics Category)2004 – 2026
Gallery Petite Award - 2nd place (Oil & Acrylic Painting)2003 – 2026
Annual Fine Art Show - Honorable Mention (Watercolor Category)2005 – 2026

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