Leslie Jones

Artist Statement

As a child there were only two things I ever wanted to be. When I discovered that caring for animals involved bugs, Veterinarian was out, my only other choice was to be an Artist. I have a love for all the arts, so for me it did not matter which branch, as long as I was able to express myself creatively. By the time I graduated high school I was set on becoming a Graphic Designer.

The best thing about graphic design is that it frees me to express and explore my own thoughts and concepts. Graphic design liberates my imagination, it allows me the freedom to experiment and grow creatively. Each experience has given me a better understanding of visual communications and the design process. My design esthetic is one of social conscience, I try to use my creativity to bring awareness to issues of the world that are frequently ignored.

My inventiveness, technical skill and printing background has allowed me to be a successful freelance designer and I intend to try my hand in graphic design on a corporate level. The design industry is full of exciting and challenging careers that involve using artistic skills to communicate through visual media and I feel that there is a seat waiting for me.