Proficient in traditional arts, as well as the majority of currently available vector and pixel-based graphics programs, Scott is able to create just about anything that can be imagined. Complimenting these design skills, is a natural adeptness in creative ad/copy writing and digital photography.

Although Scott has had a wide variety of seemingly unrelated occupations throughout his life, his artistic talents and creativity always somehow found their way into his endeavors. Not believing in conventional resumes for artists, Scott feels that a good designer's work speaks better about their abilities than words can. Therefore, this web site is his resume.

"Imagination is more important than knowledge." ~ Albert Einstein

1989 - 1993 US Navy (Aviation Branch)
• Stationed at US Naval Air Station South Weymouth, Mass. and assigned to the helicopter squadron, HSL-74.
• Worked in the squadron's Training Department, while also a member of the base's Auxiliary Security Force, Base Counter-Terrorist Team, and a staff illustrator for two Navy/Marine base newspapers.
• Volunteered for duty in the Caribbean Sea and South America, conducting Anti-Drug Operations with the US
  Coast Guard. Received a USCG Special Operations Service Ribbon for assisting in the missions.
• Developed and illustrated a series of aviation safety posters and cartoons, which were adopted by the Squadron Safety Officer, and eventually distributed to US Navy & Marine squadrons nationwide.
• Recipient of the following awards and commendations: Navy Achievement Medal, Good Conduct Medal, Special Operations Service Ribbon, Pistol Expert Medal, two Meritorious Captain's Masts, voted Junior Sailor of the Year 1991, several Physical Fitness Awards, maintained a perfect 4.0 on personal evaluations throughout entire tour with HSL-74.
• Reason for leaving: Four-year enlistment ended (Honorable Discharge)
• Thoughts: "There were some tough times, and some dangerous times, but I also had a lot of fun, expanded my view of the world, and will always be happy knowing that I served the people of this country. Whether behind a paint brush, or behind a gun, attention to detail, personal accountability, and a sense of pride in my work were all ingrained into my personality at a young age in the military."

1994 - 1997 Police Officer (Detroit, MI)
• Academy Standings (class of 80): Graduated #4 in Academics, #1 in Physical Fitness, #2 in Marksmanship (missed top shooter in class by one bullet and an ex-Marine sniper), elected Class Platoon Leader.
• Volunteered for 12th Precinct W.O.L.V.E.S (Special Operations), Gang Squad assistance, Narcotics warrant serving, and was a Patrol Officer.
• Donated artwork for several community relations projects.
• Created the "Teach Unity in the Community" poster program (which was adopted & distributed by the Detroit Public Schools Board of Education).
• Received an Expert Marksmanship Ribbon, Perfect Attendance Award, MLEOTC Leadership Award, several Letters of Commendation from the department and members of local businesses for using art in a positive
  way to better the community.
• Reason for leaving: After one of my partners was shot and paralyzed, it was an epiphany for me. I decided to resign and move to Austin earlier than planned to further pursue a career in art.
• Thoughts: "Being an inner-city police officer was, at times like being in an action movie (only there was no one there to yell 'cut', and you had to do all of your own stunts). Paying razor-sharp attention to your surroundings and having excellent communication skills were not just good habits to have working in that environment; your life depended on having them. That experience was as close to real life - and as close to death -
  as I have ever been so far in my life."

1997 - 1998 Marketing Director (Austin, TX)
Corporate Imaging, Inc.
• Originally hired as an Illustrator & Photography Assistant, but stayed after hours to learn digital photography and graphics programs.
• Promoted to laying out basic ad materials and graphic design.
• Became the Marketing Director in less than a year, after landing several ad campaigns for some of the company's larger clients.
• Improved artistic ability and eye for design. Was responsible for the company's in-house promotions as well
  as a wide variety of different clients (restaurants, car dealers, politicians, bands, internet companies, etc.).
• Reason for leaving: Was offered a job at Austin Monthly Magazine for a substantially larger salary.
• Thoughts: "Working in a fast-paced environment where you still had to be creative was a challenge...
  but I got to work around some very creative minds; and learned a lot from them."

1998-1999 Art Director (Austin, TX)
Austin Monthly Magazine

• Worked in Adobe Illustrator, Photoshop & PageMaker, also gained valuable experience in pre-press production and publication layout.
• As Art Director, responsibilities included designing ads for all of the magazine's advertisers, laying out the entire contents, and designing each month's cover.
• Developed expert proficiency in photo-retouching, manipulation and color-correcting after dealing with hundreds of photographs - from professional to poor quality.
• Found imaginative solutions to problems (with layout, space restrictions, editorial content, etc.) under a strict deadline.
• Helped double the advertising income (and added several extra pages), by doing a complete makeover-style redesign of the magazine and its layout from cover to cover.
• Reason for leaving: The magazine became profitable enough that the owner decided to sell it. All of the staff except for the editor were laid off.
• Thoughts: "Working directly under the publisher of a small magazine, I was the hub of making sure everyone was 'on the same page', and everyone's expectations were met every month. Being creative was a must.
  I also learned not to work myself right out of a job."

1999 - 2003 Art Director (Austin, TX)
Adnet Advertising Network
• Extensive work in product photography.
• Sharpened skills on both PC and Mac platforms.
• Worked in Adobe Illustrator, Photoshop, PageMaker, Dimensions, Curious Labs Poser,
  and just about every other graphics program out at the time.
• Learned large format digital output and vehicle wraps.
• Main production: laying out brochures, newpaper & magazine ads, some still frame TV commercials, developing corporate identity packages and logo design.
• Reason for leaving: The owner shut down the company to go work for a larger ad agency, and spend more
  time with his children (a commendable decision).
• Thoughts: "Finding a position at Adnet so quickly after just being laid off, only confirmed my belief that when life hands you lemons, you either have to make some lemonade or find someone who's life handed them tequila."

2000 - 2007 Miscellaneous Projects
• Furniture Designer for Adobe Pueblo, Inc. Involving: sketching concepts, producing line illustrations of final pieces, sending illustrations to manufacturers worldwide, and coordinating the finished pieces for shipment to Austin. Also produced the ad copy, product photography, and all of the graphics for the store's website, adobepueblo.com. Click here to see the site.
• Designed boxing promo posters and event programs for Richard Lord's Boxing Gym.
• Designed posters & postcards to promote Hip-Hop shows for Texas D3 Productions. Also worked security during the events.
• Worked as off-site advertising agency for ATX Entertainment (an independent film company), helping promote local films, taking head shots, making full-color business cards and resumes for local models and actors.
• Product photographer & ad copy writer for CDN Systems, LLP (www.cdnsystems.com).
• Started Warriorskin.com with partner, Jeff Jones. Creating logos, t-shirt designs, and web sites for the Mixed Martial Arts community. Click here to see the site.
• Continue to design furniture for Pink City Enterprises of Jaipur, India. Once the final pieces are manufactured, they are exported to stores in the United Kingdom, France, Spain, Greece, and Italy.

Donated artwork / design services to:


The World Wildlife Fund, YMCA, U.S. Veterans Administration, U.S. Navy, U.S. Marine Corps, Detroit Public Schools Board of Education, Pflugerville Independent School District, Texas Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu Federation, Texas State University, Pinto Horse Association of America, Rainforest Market, and the U.S. Forest Service

Recipient of the following:

• "Best of Citysearch" 2007 Nominee (for the Adobe Pueblo website)
• Austin Film Ad Campaign Proposal Winner - co-sponsored by AGFA Film, Germany
• Winning Entry for 2005 Texas Earth Day logo design
• Spamarama 2005 3rd Place in the Spam Call
• Winning Entry for 2002 Texas Relay Weekend's Block Party Promotions
• Winning Entry for Austin's KAZI 88.7FM T-Shirt Design Contest
• Winning Entry for 2000 Hispanic Education Program Committee Event Promotions -
  sponsored by the US Department of Veterans Affairs
• 1998 SXSW Interactive Festival Winner (for contributions to the Killer Fonts website)

Personal Info:

I was born in Ann Arbor, Michigan - also the birthplace of Adobe Photoshop. I have lived in California,
Virginia, and Massachusetts before settling in Texas. I have two sisters, Carmen (who works in the medical field) and Kelly (who works for the airlines), and a brother, Phil (who works in politics). I am a divorced father
of one, and raise my daughter, Destiny, in a suburb of Austin. She is already showing talent in the arts - which
I am very proud of. I collect Pre-Columbian, Native American & African Art and Antiques. I like to read Psychology, Philosophy, Science & Physics, and Ancient Cultures. Hobbies: studying Shaolin Kung Fu, Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu, Boxing, Running, Rock Climbing or just being in nature. I play guitar, many different hand drums, Native American Flute & Aboriginal Didgeridoo, and do some Acting (I've been in a few movies, indie films and TV commercials). I am also certified with the Fighting Stunts Association to do fight scene stuntwork in films. You could say that Art has been a part of my life ever since I was able to pick up my first crayon.

I have done work for clients as large as Nike Golf & the US Census Bureau, and as small as local actors
and coffee shops -- and everywhere in between. I have personally helped many businesses and individuals
to succeed in their professions. I am always looking for new projects to work on. You can contact me using
the link at the bottom of this page, or email: iartman@gmail.com.

Below are examples of the logo creation process... At first several "sketch" samples are created, so the
client can give their input as to which direction they want the logo to go. After the artist and client collaborate
on the samples to reach a more definitive concept, colors and effects are added to further enhance the concept. This process is complete only when the client is satisfied with a logo that best represents their
business and communicates their services.

Click here to contact Scott | ©2004 Scott Fountain, www.iartman.com