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My name is Erik Swenson. I live near St. Paul, Minnesota with my wife, Heather and our five kids.

By trade I am a writer, illustrator and graphic designer. My first logo design was for my friend’s lawn care business. It was a hand drawn image of him on a riding mower. He was wearing a motorcycle helmet. I don’t think he paid me anything. I’ve been making art for people ever since.

We all have a story to tell and a message to share. I try to help individuals, small businesses and non-profits tell their story while inviting people into a larger story. I’m always taking on new projects and I’d love the chance to work with you! Feel free to contact me about your project.

To learn more about my story, visit my writing site, formedforgood.

Erik agreed to help me with a very vague and high level assignment: To design a logo for a product that I have yet to create. We had only two, short conversations about my vision / product before Erik not only nailed what I was looking for, but he took it to another level with his creative techniques and expert advice on color schemes and branding. He translated my vision into reality and really added momentum and excitement to the product design efforts underway. Now, we all had something to rally around with the simple creation of this logo! It brought the work to life. Erik is easy to work with, accessible and responsive – all of which are key when partnering with individuals remotely. I would strongly recommend Erik for any of your creative, branding, or editing needs. He is an all-star “utility player” and can support your organization’s needs in a variety of ways.

Bridgette, Ph.D. / Corporate Psychologist

I have worked with Erik now on two projects. Communication was a breeze! I briefly described what I was envisioning and what I wanted the logos to communicate—he promptly returned spreads of options. Very satisfied and I tell all my friends.

David, Church Community Leader

I have worked with Erik now on a number of different projects, from designing a logo, to creating hand-sketch drawings for use in various teaching platforms here at Woodland Hills Church (power-point slides for classes, teaching videos for online courses, etc.) Erik is not only a very creative and gifted artist, but works very affectively to really understand what I am trying to convey through the graphics. He is very dependable and I have been extremely satisfied with the work he has done for us!

Kevin Callaghan – Discipleship Pastor, Woodland Hills Church