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My life and career have been guided by strong personal beliefs and a keen sense of community. Integrity, creativity, innovation, compassion and courage are my core values. Creative direction, graphic design and project management are the mainstays of my livelihood. READ MORE→
Caren Hackman’s artwork has been displayed in shows across the United States and she has been selected twice from a pool of national applicants to serve as an Artist in Residence at two National Parks. READ MORE→
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Cat-itude
I have been working on a portrait of a friend's cat this month. "Doc" is a beautiful white and cream colored Flame Point Siamese cat. For several years, I have listened to stories about Doc's (ahem) assertive personality. As I worked on the painting I tried to make...
Singer Island Dawn
A few weeks ago Mike, the owner of Beach Service, was driving down Northlake Boulevard and spotted a meaningful image hanging in the Imperial Frame Gallery window. It was a 25" x 34" print on canvas of my painting, "Singer Island Dawn." The image features the chase...
How Do You Approach A Gallery About Exhibiting Your Work?
The Rickie Report receives numerous emails and phone calls from readers asking a variety of questions. I respond to questions that pertain to visual communication, extending some of the basic information covered in my book, “Graphic Design Exposed.” For...