We’re delighted to feature Shari Margolin, an endlessly talented designer and world traveler based in Atlanta, Georgia. A skilled graphic artist, Shari specializes in combining typography and imagery. Her stunning invitation collection has inspired couples and party hosts alike—from birthday celebrations and holiday gatherings to intimate weddings and large-scale corporate events. Today, she’s here to share a bit more about her recent year-long journey around the world as well as some designs that were inspired by the trip.

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Owner and Principal Designer at Stacey Meacham Design joins us from Atlanta, Georgia today to share a bit about her story and journey as a designer, her favorite piece of advice, and some music to add to your Spotify playlist.

Can you share a bit more about your journey as an artist – how you got started to where you are now?

For as long as I can remember I’ve been drawing or painting something, ever since I was a little girl, so it only made sense to pursue a career in the arts. I started as a fine artist and graduated with a BFA in Graphic Design. I’ve worked in small design firms, corporate marketing departments, advertising agencies and as a professor in advertising. Now I run my own one-woman design studio.

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What first inspired you to pursue graphic design?
I’ve always loved combining type and imagery. When I was a kid, I would spend hours making collages and cutting letters from words in magazines ransom-note style. In fifth grade, my snowy mountain scene illustration was chosen as the cover of our school winter concert program, and I was hooked. But I honestly didn’t know about graphic design as a field – or a career option – until I was almost finished college, so I was a little late to the game in that respect. read more…