Shoaf Design Studio

who we are
  • Shawna Shoaf
    • A Rennaisance Soul

    Owner, Shawna Shoaf is an award-winning graduate of the Colorado State University - Pueblo, (Pueblo, Colorado) and Collins College, (Tempe, Arizona). Her career began in Phoenix, Arizona where she worked for several corporations as their graphic designer. With seventeem years experience, extensive knowledge of current technology and a passion for good design, Shawna strives to create attractive business images that will get you noticed!
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    I was one of the lucky ones - I knew from the age of seven that I wanted a career in art. I was blessed with the talent of drawing what I see and new I wanted to per sue my creativity. I discovered that graphic design would allow for that creativity and with practical business sense I could build a career with my passion for art.

    Being involved in all aspects of client projects – from strategic planning and consulting to implementing a campaign – allows me to insure the best possible outcomes for my clientele and their goals.

    I have been in the design field for 17 years! My love of what I do lead me to my second greatest Passion - Teaching! I was invited to teach at Pueblo Community College where I have worked five years - building a solid foundation for many young designers.

    our history
    2012 -
    Shawna Shoaf recognized as "2012 Business Woman of the Year" by the Pueblo Business Womens Network.
    2012 -
    Principle Shawna Shoaf recieves a "Pat on the Back" award as a valuable partner to local Non-Profit organizations in Pueblo, CO
    2011 -
    Shawna Shoaf is guest speaker at the BWN Luncheon - educated local business women on "7 Second Hook".

    2004 -
    Shawna Shoaf completed a year long study with Calligrapher Reggie Ezell.
    2002 -
    First place winner for best marketing material. Pueblo Association of Home Builders.
    2001 -
    Shawna Shoaf is invited as a guest instructor of marketing and promotion for the SBA's Entreprenuer Courses.
    2001 -
    Shawna Shoaf is guest speaker at the BWN Luncheon - educated local business women about Logotypes and graphic design.

    2000 -
    Shoaf Design Studio opens to serve Pueblo, CO.

     

    job opportunities
    • We are always looking for opportunities to work collaboratively with other artists. Opportunities arise on a contract basis for a variety of project types.

     

    skills
    • GRAPHIC DESIGN
      With a Bachelors Degree in Graphic Design, I have an extensive knowledge of how to make an impact on a 2D plane.
    • STRONG COMMUNICATIONS
      With a strong knowledge of Mass Communication techniques I can make your promotional material work with you.
    • SOUND MARETING KNOWLEDGE
      Design is more than pretty pictures. A properly Priced Product has to have the right Placement and Promotion.
    • HTML, CSS
      Writing code is only part of great website - I can manipulate code to give your website a creative spark, yet be easy to navigate.
    • ANIMATION
      Kinetic images is a great way to capture the interest of visitors to your site. I use FLASH to create moving images.
    • ADOBE CS5.5 EXPERT
      Graphic Designers the world over use the Adobe Create Suite to create their Masterpieces. It is my preferred choice.
    • EXPERT IN PRODUCTION
      Not only can I make your promotion look good AND reproducable. I have extensive knowledge in pre-press and production techniques. To ensure that you are getting a quality finished product.
    • Random Facts
      I love my two children, my husband, calligraphy, water color, pen and ink, gardening, and knitting intrecate lace projects.