I am Collin Milhous, a designer from Arcadia, California. I am passionate about
graphic design and storytelling. With a background in digital media and web design, I strive to create effective
visual communications through my art. Armed with knowledge of fundamental design skills, I am able to be a
creative problem solver. My interest in art began as a young child. I constantly found myself doodling characters
focusing on facial expressions. By third grade, I began coming up with ideas to create online games. I would
spend hours thinking of characters and storylines. As I grew older, I began creating websites as a hobby. I
taught myself the basics of coding and enjoyed the challenge of putting a website together. My interest in
computer-based art led me to pursue graphic design. After taking my first graphic design class in high school, I
was hooked. Now I realize the importance of entering a career field I am passionate about and find fulfilling.
When working on a design, I start with an open mind and think about what I want to accomplish. What message do I
want to convey? As I begin working on the design, I relax and submerge myself into my work. This becomes an
escape from the world. It becomes a time to block out the outside noise and simply focus on the design itself. I
think about what colors and patterns I will use. I like to focus on clean and orderly designs. How do I know when
a design is complete? I feel satisfied with a sense of pride. This sense of satisfaction is what is meaningful.
Having the ability to contribute to society through my designs gives me purpose. I have found my life to be a
journey filled with many challenges. Through my designs, I have found a way to turn setbacks and frustrations
into some meaningful purpose. My mission is to learn from life’s challenges. I try to take very little for
granted and look around me for inspiration. I hope to be able to inspire others someday to focus on what is
possible instead of impossible. Life is an unpredictable journey. I strive to be true to myself and not conform
to someone else’s style, but also be open to new inspiration and be willing to learn from other artists and
designers.
626-720-3983 - Collinmilhous@gmail.com
