1081 CREATIVE
The Art & Design of Andrew Needles
MY WORK
A sampling of my work from over 10 years of experience in design.
SHOP
A selection of my work is available via print on demand websites Red Bubble & Zazzle.
I'm Andrew.
A graphic designer, game designer, production designer, fabricator, draftsman, and creative problem solver.
My purpose on this little blue marble in space is to create visually interesting and engaging solutions to any design problem that faces me, regardless of the content and conditions.
I have a bachelor’s degree in graphic design from Cal State Fullerton, where I also studied mechanical engineering before delving into the world of art and design. The ability to objectively and skillfully approach my work has allowed me to be a part of a large variety of industries including architecture, special events, and esports as both an in-house designer and a freelance operator.
After suffering a nearly fatal motorcycle accident at the start of 2015 and spending the majority of the rest of the year in recovery I am back to working as the creative manager at Lounge Logikk and as a freelance designer. In my spare time I write, design board games, and play TTRPGs, video games, & MMO’s with friends all over the world.
The Process
Hands On
As a maker at heart, I take a hands-on approach to my work. Being involved in the creation process, even from a distance, keeps me sharp and allows for new opportunities to get better while creating better designs.
Always Objective
One of the hardest parts of being a designer is remaining objective about your clients and what you’re designing. By remaining objective I can focus on creating the best possible solution to a creative problem that addresses all aspects of the design, the people that will use it, and the people that are paying for it.
All the Tools
I take great pride in the number of tools I know how to use and my ability to learn new tools. From the good old #2 pencil to computers to jigsaws, understanding the possibilities available to create allows me to approach designs from unconventional angles to provide better solutions.
All the Facts
When I work on a project, be it a CAD or a logo, I strongly believe that more information is always better. Knowing all of the facts allows for a more complete experience to be crafted and allows issues to be addressed before they even have a chance to arise.
CONTACT
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