Shannon Davis Zaragoza
Hands-on • Creative • Positive • Kind • Personable • Resourceful • Versatile
About Me
I am an NC-based digital and traditional media artist and designer. I have a passion for learning. I am a skilled multi-tasker, though I excel most when given a few big projects to focus on. In my free time, I maintain a flower and herb garden, hike and run in our local forests, and spend time with my family.
Hendersonville, NC
(828) 551-1018
shannondzaragoza@gmail.com
Employment
WE•DO Inc.: Front End Developer & Graphic Designer
January 2017 - Present | Hendersonville, NC
In-house, multifaceted design & development. Specializing in graphic design for digital and print applications, building websites in WordPress.
Primary client areas for this position have been: professional services, higher education, specialized products, e-commerce, advisors, branding & consultants, realtors, digital services, and residential & commercial service providers.
Freelance Artist: Illustration, Ceramics, & Florals
2005 - Present | Hendersonville, NC
Skills
Education
Blue Ridge Community College: Associate in Fine Arts
May 2014 | Flat Rock, NC
Graduated with Honors, focusing on two-dimensional artwork & ceramic studies.
Blue Ridge Community College: Additional Studies
August 2014 - May 2015 | Flat Rock, NC
Spanish & Chemistry Courses
Additional Experience
Jongo Java Coffeehouse
December 2015 - May 2017 | Hendersonville, NC
Barista & Key-holding Opener/Closer
Staples
August 2015 - December 2015 | Arden, NC
Copy & Print Professional
Advance Auto Parts
July 2011 - August 2015 | Hendersonville / Brevard, NC
Parts Sales & Commercial Delivery Driver
A Growing Concern Garden Center
March 2012 - September 2012 | Hendersonville, NC
Retail Nursery Assistant
Etowah Florist
Spring 2012 | Etowah, NC
Fresh florist & Delivery Driver
Michaels Arts & Crafts
June 2007 - January 2012 | Arden, NC
Custom Floral Designer, Supervisor
Passions
- Sustainability & Conservation
- Local Businesses & Farmers
- Social, Gender, Racial Equity
- Hiking & Local Forests
- Wild Foods & Medicines
- Hand-Crafting
- Gardening
Private Commissions
Private Wedding Photography
2020 - 2021 | Black Mountain & Edneyville, NC
Primary or secondary photographer during intimate wedding settings.
Molly Hawkin's House
2017 | Fletcher, NC
Created character illustrations for a series of paper products.
Jongo Java Coffeehouse
2016 - 2017 | Hendersonville, NC
Hand-drawn store menus, Street signage, advertising signage. Assisted in product photography & website maintenance.
Private Floral Designer
2008 - 2015 | Asheville & Hendersonville, NC
Created fresh and silk wedding florals, including bouquets, table decor, personal flowers, altar & arch decorations, aisle decor, wreaths, and standalone arrangements.
North Carolina Herb Association
2015 | Asheville, NC
Solomon's Seal botanical illustration, designed bumper sticker & tote bag. Designed informational brochure. Assisted in managing website. Edited event photography.
NC Wild Foods Weekend
2015 | Reidsville, NC
Japanese Knotweed botanical illustration for use on annual event materials.
Tire Country
2014 | Hendersonville, NC
Designed and painted a two-wall custom mural in customer entryway.
BRÖÖ Shampoo
2011 | Asheville, NC
Hand-crafted paper incorporating dried hops for use in pitch to Whole Foods Market®.
Asheville Regional Airport
2010 | Asheville, NC
Assisted in creation of Hanukkah Holiday display.
NC State University
2006 | Fletcher, NC
Hand-drawn illustrations for USDA & research publications.
NC Cooperative Extension Service
2005 | Fletcher, NC
Created 4H Pumpkin Patch logo for use on t-shirts, signage, and marketing materials.
NC Association for the Gifted and Talented
2005 | Fletcher, NC
Cover artwork for annual program catalogue.
Bright Mountain Books
2005 | Skyland, NC
Goldenseal botanical illustration for use in a published book.
Southeast Wise Women Herbal Conference
2004 | Black Mountain, NC
Official event photographer for annual conference.