My name is Laura Hahn and I am the designer behind Faux Huntress Ink. Creating beautiful and engaging designs and well-written content for my clients brings me so much pleasure! Originally, I majored in English and Art at Colorado State University in Fort Collins. My dual bachelor's degrees provide me with a sound foundation in the visual arts and in writing in a variety of modes of discourse.
Next, I earned my master’s degree in Education from Regis University. I spent twelve years as an art teacher at a public high school while exploring digital art. As the electives department leader, I was responsible for the budget and ordering of yearly materials. Additionally, I managed and mentored a team of teachers, which included instructional coaching and participating on the hiring team. I began freelance graphic design and content creation work in 2018, under the name Faux Huntress Ink. In 2020, I earned my Graphic Design certificate at UC San Diego. Teaching about art and design while working in the field has been one of the most informative aspect of my own creative process. My experience as an instructor has refined my understanding of composition, color-theory, universal design and improved my skills as a photographer.
My design work celebrates passion and connection. My thirst for knowledge and my love of language inspire the content of my work. I also resist art and design that takes itself too seriously and seek to include humor and whimsy. My aesthetic comes from my admiration of both modern and vintage style. Living in the historic Baker neighborhood, just south of Denver’s dynamic downtown, is a source of constant inspiration. I love to hike Colorado’s trails and spend time with my Cavalier King Charles Spaniel, Killian and my Connemara / Thoroughbred gelding, Sterling.
I've been lucky to have the chance to explore and develop many of my passions. As a result, I am a "renaissance woman" and I bring a diverse and wide-ranging set of skills to my projects.
Technological Competencies
• Adobe Creative Suite: Illustrator, InDesign, Photoshop, After Effects and Dreamweaver
• Microsoft Office Suite: Power- Point, Word, Excel, Outlook
• Google Applications Suite: Gmail, Sites, Classroom, Drive, Docs, Meets, Calendar, Photos
• Social Media Platforms: Facebook, Instagram, Pinterest, Twitter, LinkdIn
• DSLR and mirror-less cameras
• Audio and visual presentation equipment (projectors, speakers, microphones)
Art and Design
• Produced graphic design work for print and the web for Pinnacle Charter School
• Freelanced graphic design branding work for DiPentino Dressage, The Center for Animal Wellness, and All Ears Cavaliers
• Produced photography on commission for engaged couples, graduates and design clients
• Commissioned by private parties for illustrated fine art
• Featured in the Colorado Art Education Association’s art show
• Produced work selected by judges for the City of Thornton “Black and White” Show
• Featured in Z Gallery’s juried “Now You See Me: Women in Art”
• Selected for the juried “Art in Park” exhibition at the RMHE
• Chosen art vendor for Spirit Heart Ranch Equine Expo, 2019
Communications, Marketing and Events
• Created, advertized and operated annual events for the development of a positive school culture
• Organized and marketed public fundraising events including Fun-Fest, and the annual Wolf-Pack 5K
• Planned, promoted and organized vendors for internal and external events for 100-300 attendees on behalf of Pinnacle Charter School
• Managed and designed annual 2000 attendee graduation ceremonies at the National Western Complex
• Worked on the Arts-Integration Council to write grants and integrate the arts into public education
• Served on the subcommittee for revision of organization’s mission and vision statement
• Created and presented three educational treaties on the following topics: using digital tools to aid in writing improvement, increasing family and community involvement in education, and theraputic applications of the arts
Educational Leadership
• Led the nine member electives department, including oversight, coaching and hiring
• Worked on rigorous curriculum design and scheduling for electives, visual arts and English courses
• Facilitated student organizations
• Mentored first and second year faculty
• Elected by over 200 peers to serve on the School Accountability Committee as the staff representative
• Facilitated a collaborative, professional learning group
• Designed and implemented curriculum for Drawing I, Art History, Studio Art, Graphic Design, Ceramics II and English courses
• Implemented differentiation strategies to address the needs of a varied learners, staff members and community members
• Utilized a combination of assessment tools and methodologies to tailor instruction
• Instructed numerous high school art show winners including: gold & silver key in the Scholastic Art Contest, the Charter School League of Colorado Art Contest, and the CDE Linguistic and Cultural Diversity Art Contest
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