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Tammy Smith

October 13, 2016

Tammy Smith tells us about her journey from hobby sketcher to full-time product designer.

Hello Atelier 006

Tammy Smith

As a struggling freelance designer, have you ever wondered how it’s done? How did that artist come up with that popular product line, how did they get it in the stores, and why does it look so easy? Well, very few things that look easy are, and designer Tammy Smith tells us about her journey from hobby sketcher to full-time product designer.

What is going on in Tammy’s world:

  • Tammy Smith: See Tammy’s work on her website  
  • Work + Shop KC: Tammy has a store in Kansas City – and it just opened last week! If you are in the area, stop by.
  • Hallmark: A haven for working artists, and the go-to for greeting cards
  • Uncommon Goods: A company that has carried Tammy’s work.
  • Etsy Wholesale: A great outlet for independent designers.
  • West Elm: A great national store that works with independent and local designers.
  • Surtex: A trade show that connects designers and retailers.
  • Pat Prichard: Here is a great post that gives an overview of Pat Prichard’s design work.

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