I grew up in rural Georgia where relationships matter, hard work is expected, and people still believe a handshake means something.
I've always been equal parts creative thinker and problem solver. While some people are drawn to the artistic side of a project and others focus on the technical details, I've spent my career learning how to bridge both worlds.
That curiosity has taken me through design, print production, apparel, signage, direct mail, project management, and emerging technologies. Along the way, I've learned that every successful project has one thing in common: someone willing to listen, ask questions, and figure out how to turn an idea into reality.
That's where I do my best work.
I enjoy solving problems, simplifying complicated processes, and helping people move from "I have an idea..." to "It's finished, and it turned out even better than I imagined."
Whether I'm working with a small business, a nonprofit organization, a school, a community event, or a national brand, my approach remains the same:
Listen first. Understand the goal. Find the best path forward. Then make it happen.
Small-Town Roots. Big-Picture Thinking.
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Small-Town Roots. Big-Picture Thinking. ~
A Different Kind of Creative Professional
Most people fit neatly into a category.
Designer. Production specialist. Project manager. Print expert. Marketing professional.
I've spent my career becoming a little bit of all of them.
That unique combination allows me to see projects differently. I can help develop the idea, design the solution, understand how it will be produced, anticipate challenges before they happen, and guide the project all the way to the finished product.
Some might call it an unusual combination of skills.
I simply call it finding a way to make things work.
Why Hummingbird Graphics Exists
Hummingbirds are remarkable creatures. They are the only birds capable of flying backward and one of the few that can hover in place while adapting instantly to changing conditions.
Those qualities have always resonated with me.
Throughout my career I've learned that helping clients often means changing direction quickly, solving unexpected challenges, and finding creative solutions when obstacles appear.
Hummingbirds are also symbols of resilience, adaptability, joy, and perseverance—qualities I strive to bring to every project and every client relationship.
That's why Hummingbird Graphics isn't just a business name. It's a reflection of how I work.
More Than a Designer. More Than a Printer.
Many people specialize in one part of the process.
Some create designs.
Some produce printed materials.
Some manage projects.
I've spent my career learning how all of those pieces work together.
I started before online ordering, before templates, before AI, and before everything became automated.
That experience taught me something important:
The best results happen when creativity and production work together from the very beginning.
Because I understand both the creative side and the technical side, I can help identify potential issues early, recommend better solutions, and keep projects moving smoothly from concept to completion.
One thing that has never changed throughout my career is my curiosity.
The printing industry is constantly evolving, and so am I.
Today that means learning new software, exploring emerging technology, studying AI tools, improving workflows, and finding better ways to serve my clients.
Technology doesn't replace experience.
It amplifies it.
By combining decades of industry knowledge with modern tools and automation, I can often find faster, smarter, and more cost-effective solutions while still maintaining the human judgment that every successful project requires.
Let’sTalk About
YOUR IDEA!
Whether you need printed materials, apparel, signage, direct mail, event graphics, fundraising materials, or something completely unique, I'd love to hear about it.
Sometimes clients come to me with a complete vision.
Sometimes they come to me with a napkin sketch and a dream.
Either way, we'll figure it out together.
Let's bring your idea to life.
“The reason is simple; you consistently communicate about the projects from beginning to its completion, and they have always turned out great and on schedule. Not only that you have gone the extra mile to ensure I had those items in hand, even if it meant delivering in a torrential rainstorm on a late Friday afternoon. What printer is willing to do that? My printer!”
— J.B. Kitts, Founder, Kitts Essential Services