I have experience in many different art mediums. As a lifelong learner, I love trying new things. I have done painting, drawing, embroidery, printmaking, photography, photo editing, graphic design, and I have even dabbled in some web design. I am currently looking for remote work in the field of graphic design or illustration. I am skilled in the following areas: Design, Photo Editing, Hand-Drawing, Painting, Visual Problem Solving, Research, Concept Development, Copy Editing, and Entry Level HTML and CSS I am skilled with the following tools: Adobe Photoshop, Adobe Illustrator, Adobe InDesign, Adobe Bridge, Adobe Acrobat, Adobe Dreamweaver, Nikon DSLR, Pen, Pencil, and Paintbrush.

Mary Lessing

I have experience in many different art mediums. As a lifelong learner, I love trying new things. I have done painting, drawing, embroidery, printmaking, photography, photo editing, graphic design, and I have even dabbled in some web design. I am currently looking for remote work in the field of graphic design or illustration. I am skilled in the following areas: Design, Photo Editing, Hand-Drawing, Painting, Visual Problem Solving, Research, Concept Development, Copy Editing, and Entry Level HTML and CSS I am skilled with the following tools: Adobe Photoshop, Adobe Illustrator, Adobe InDesign, Adobe Bridge, Adobe Acrobat, Adobe Dreamweaver, Nikon DSLR, Pen, Pencil, and Paintbrush.

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I have experience in many different art mediums. As a lifelong learner, I love trying new things. I have done painting, drawing, embroidery, printmaking, photography, photo editing, graphic design, and I have even dabbled in some web design.

I am currently looking for remote work in the field of graphic design or illustration.

I am skilled in the following areas:
Design, Photo Editing, Hand-Drawing, Painting, Visual Problem Solving, Research, Concept Development, Copy Editing, and Entry Level HTML and CSS

I am skilled with the following tools:
Adobe Photoshop, Adobe Illustrator, Adobe InDesign, Adobe Bridge, Adobe Acrobat, Adobe Dreamweaver, Nikon DSLR, Pen, Pencil, and Paintbrush.

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Language

English
Fluent

Work Experience

Freelance Designer at Self-employed
January 1, 2023 - Present
Freelance design work including print graphics, apparel, screen graphics, logos, marketing materials, and packaging for small businesses, churches, non-profits, and a national brand (NAPA).
Freelance Artist at Self-employed
January 1, 2002 - Present
Created paintings, illustrations, and commissions; shown and sold work in Indiana galleries, mainly in the Indianapolis area.
Tattoo Artist at Salty Siren Tattoo
January 1, 2014 - January 1, 2018
Duties included client communication, researching and designing tattoos, and cleaning and organizing the shop.
Art Teacher at International Academy of Arts
January 1, 2013 - January 1, 2016
Duties included planning and teaching lessons, buying supplies, and planning field trips, art camps, and special activities.
Photographer
January 1, 2006 - January 1, 2013
Ran a home-based photo services business; duties included client communication, ordering albums and supplies, shooting and editing photos, and designing albums.

Education

BS in Painting & Illustration at Indiana Wesleyan University
January 1, 2002 - April 23, 2026
BA in Graphic Design at Southern New Hampshire University
January 11, 2030 - January 1, 2023

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Industry Experience

Education, Media & Entertainment, Non-Profit Organization, Professional Services