smith - One who makes or works at something specified

born with a last name that manifested a multidisciplinary path of craft

analog n’ digital

Creative Direction
Brand Design
Public Art
Illustration
Enviro Activism
Iconography
Interior Design
Coaching

From east to west, west to east, and back west, I operate out of the high desert lands of Grand Junction, Colorado. Howdy, I’m TJ Smith, an artist, designer, photographer, illustrator, coach, outdoor enthusiast and, well, smith by definition. (so many divisions of craft) Much of my time as a creative has been focused on branding, illustration and digital design with the new-found affection for public art, interior design and creative direction.

I discovered the realization of an art kid’s dream at La Roche University. Then made a livelihood at creative studios; OLAB, Futures Bright and Growl Agency. Now, a full-time freelancer I put all that knowledge, trade and heart into the project and people I work with. I approach each project with an open mind and ready hand. Are you interested in Scheduling A Discovery Meeting →

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Just me and Governor Polis chatting about my art at the Denver Capitol. The exhibition opening was a hit and I am way pumped all the follows this amazing opportunity.
Just still so stoked to have my work in REI! Tees in Junction and stickers in Glenwood. I truly believe in self fulfilling prodigies and this is a perfect example of one. I’ve been putting the intention out there to one day work with REI and he
Desert vibes for Rides & Vibes.
Observing past creations. #welcometograndjunction
#iconography #branddesign #natureinspired #nesticon #natureillistration #cleanillustration #cleaningservicedesign
#wssw #natureinspireddesign #westslopestartupweek #merchdesign #westslope 📸 @ryansanchezllc
#wssw #westslopestartupweek #westslopebestslope #startupweek #outdoorinspired #landscapeillustration
I love public art. The random conversation and interactions you get to have with the locals make the long painting days fly by. Sometimes you even get a nice photo taken and shared with ya hah!
#monogramlogo #logowork #monogram #logodesign
Hopefully that bird misses my head hah. 📷 @sassycreative.co
Aesthetics of the western slope.

and let’s make something rad