Hi! I'm Nikki.
Let me tell you a little bit about myself...
2021 - My husband and I at the top of Quandary Peak; one of the 14,000 foot high mountains or 14ers in Colorado.
PROFILE
My journey started with art and painting, and my path lead me to graphic design, photography, and so much more. All the while my love for this magnificent earth has grown every minute.
After some time learning and getting hands-on experience in the design field, I decided to open my own company and become a freelance graphic designer. This has been a wonderful part of my journey, and I have had the pleasure of meeting and working with some wonderful people and clients.
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I also dabble in some photography, mainly in the area of food photography. But I love some abstract and landscape photography as well.
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When I'm not looking through a lens, designing on a computer, or holding a paint brush, I am either enjoying the outdoors in some way (hiking up a 14er), exploring a new restaurant, learning something new, podcasting, meditating, or spending time with family and friends.
EDUCATION
Macomb Community College
Associate of Applied Science
Media & Communication Arts (Design & Layout)
2012 - 2014
Grade: 3.959 Cumulative
Activities and societies: Summa Cum Laude
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St. Clair County Community College
Advertising Design
1996 - 1998
EXPERIENCE
NW Journey LLC
Freelance Graphic Designer/Photographer
2008 - Present
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Michigan Sign Center, Inc.
Graphic Designer/Production Manager
2000 - 2008
SKILLS
Graphic Design:
Adobe Creative Suite
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InDesign
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Illustrator
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Photoshop
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Some After Effects & Premiere Pro
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Photography:
Nikon D8500
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35mm 1.4 Art Lens
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105mm F2.8 Macro Lens
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70-200mm F2.8 Telephoto Lens
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28-300mm F3.5 Zoom Lens
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