Hargrove Design Group uses digital & traditional methods to create distinctive corporate graphics.
Hargrove Design Group, is an award-winning Houston-based design firm that has been listed as one of the Houston Business Journal?s Top 25 design firms. Since 1989, our goal has been to help our clients make their marketing materials a ?total? visual experience by fusing high-impact copy with exceptional graphics.
Today, Hargrove Design Group uses state-of-the-art computers and the latest software to create visually distinctive corporate identity packages, brochures, websites, direct mail, multimedia presentations, illustrations, photography, packaging, signage, catalogs and national advertising campaigns.
Mark S. Hargrove graduated from the University of Houston with a Bachelor of Fine Arts degree (BFA) in Graphic Communication and has received a Masters of Science degree (MS), Summa Cum Laude, in Instructional Technology from the University of Houston Clear Lake.
Prior to opening Hargrove Design Group, Mark served as the Art Director for several national and international magazines, as well as the Creative Director of a Houston-based advertising agency. Although Mark's primary professional focus is Hargrove Design Group, he is also a partner in Optemax, a company that specializes in e-marketing programs.
An active member in a number of professional and community organizations, Mark frequently speaks at workshops and seminars introducing the basics of good graphic design and how to work with the graphic design and printing industry. Mark is also an instructor at The Art Institute of Houston where, for the past 11 years, he has guided students in the design and execution of multimedia projects using the industry's most current technology.
Keywords: Graphics, Design, Art, Website, Photography, Advertising, Trade Shows, Print, Multimedia, Brochures, Logos, Retouch, Marketing, signage, Posters, Branding, GraphicDesign, Create, Creative, Business, Print, Digital
Interview Q&A
How long have you been in business?
Since 1989.
What is your primary product or service?
Hargrove Design Group uses state-of-the-art computers and the latest software to create visually distinctive corporate identity packages, brochures, websites, direct mail, multimedia presentations, illustrations, photography, packaging, signage, catalogs and national advertising campaigns.
How did you first become interested in your line of business? (if owner) - What is your background? (If owner or store manager)
Started using my artistic skills in the 2nd grade and discovered graphic design in college.
How do you differentiate yourself from other businesses in your category and area?
I see myself as the art department for a business and/or as a creative supplement to an existing art department or full time creative employee.
How many locations do you have and do you have plans to expand?
1 and no.
Provide detailed directions to your location
I usually go to my clients. I work out of a small southwest Houston studio built in 1952.
What type of payments do you accept?
Cash, check or Paypal.
Which areas do you service?
Individuals, Small Business, Corporate, Non for Profit, Religious, Schools etc... I am also an instructor at the Art Institute of Houston, going on12 years.
Who owns your company or runs daily operations?
Mark & Michelle Hargrove
What are your hours of operation?
9:30 AM to 5:30 PM, Monday - Friday
What is the best compliment anyone can give you?
I really like your work!!!
What is your favorite quote or Bible verse?
James 1:12
Blessed is the one who perseveres under trial because, having stood the test, that person will receive the crown of life that the Lord has promised to those who love him.
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