10+ Years Experience
Simon Shakespeare
Multidisciplinary Designer
Available For:
Custom Commission, Collaboration, Licensing
About the Artist
The secret behind my work lies in the thoughtful blend of colors, typography, and visual elements that come together to create a powerful impact. Every design I painstakingly craft is aimed at enhancing its message, captivating the viewer, and leaving a lasting impression. I'm not afraid to push the boundaries, experimenting with unique concepts and daring aesthetics that make my work stand out in a crowd.But it's not just about appearances; I understand that design has the potential to drive real results. I firmly believe that impactful design goes hand in hand with strategic thinking. By aligning my creativity with the specific goals and insights of a business and its audience, I create designs that not only catch the eye but also deliver tangible outcomes. Whether it's about boosting brand recognition, driving conversions, or even sparking a movement, I strive to make my designs purposeful and impactful.
Together, let's paint a world where imagination knows no limits!
Radiant Silhouette
A contemporary digital illustration featuring a profile silhouette rendered in deep black against a vibrant composition of geometric shapes and organic textures. The subject's natural afro texture creates a dynamic contrast with the smooth, flowing white line that dances above, suggesting movement and freedom. A bold yellow circle anchors the composition, evoking both sun and halo, while warm coral and pink gradient bands sweep across the lower left, creating depth and energy. The piece balances minimalism with expressive brushwork, using a limited but impactful color palette of mint, gold, coral, and black. The textured edges of the silhouette and background elements add tactile quality to the otherwise clean graphic approach, creating a harmonious tension between precision and spontaneity.
This work explores themes of identity, light, and presence through a modern lens that bridges digital and traditional artistic techniques.
Fashion at the Fountain - Fashion Forward
2023 Fashion at The Fountain’s theme is “Fashion Forward.” Ten local designers were selected to feature their collections on 50 professional/semi-professional male and female models on a 50-foot-long runway, jutting forward into the VIP seated section and toward an anticipated open audience of over 1,000 attendees. This high energy production is set against the 20-foot-high fountain “Genius of Water” as its backdrop. Flanking the square will be 20 vendor booths.
The Red-Carpet VIP Pre-show Reception will be held in the beautiful Atrium of Fifth Third Bank, where the 300 VIP guests will be serenaded by young violinist Trinity Thrasher, while pleasing their palate with tray-served hors d’oeuvres and curated cocktails. The highlight of the show is our marquee celebrity designer, and co-founder of Black Design Collective, Angela Dea,n presenting her Couture Collection, DEANZIGN
The ten designers selected for the show are ZACH WOODLEY (812 Luxury Socks), CHLOE FRANKLIN (Chloe Elesheva), CYNATA TURNER (Cynata Turner Designs), AYANA AMES (Am-A-Line Collections), WHITNEY STEPHENSON (Lee Jerome), REBECCA SHAKESPEARE ARMSTRONG (RJS Fashions), JOSELYN SMITH (Overdressed By Jo), ALISHIA LEE (Me By Lee), JOI ITAPSON (O’shuvre), MEANS (Black Owned).
https://simonshakespeare.myportfolio.com/2023-fashion-at-the-fountain