I’m John Sengdalaphet, a graphic designer and illustrator in Milwaukee. I help nonprofits, small businesses and community organizations look as professional as the work they do, through logos, campaigns, print and social media.
My Story
I started out drawing characters for friends and family, dreaming of making my own video games and comics. I studied game design at [technical college name], where I found my real calling in graphic design. While still in school, I was already designing for nonprofits and small businesses. I went on to study graphic design at the University of Wisconsin–Milwaukee, adding web design and photography to my skills, and in 2018 I made my freelance work official.
How I Work
My background in illustration shapes everything I design. Instead of reaching for generic imagery, I look for what makes each client different, like the local landmark behind a police K9 foundation’s colors or the 1960s cartoons behind a paranormal podcast’s logo. I can also take a project beyond design, with photography, video and motion graphics, so clients can work with one person from start to finish.
Who I’ve Worked With
Much of my work comes from repeat clients and referrals. I’ve designed for Visionary League, the Grafton K9 Foundation and Grafton Police Department, Milwaukee’s historic This Is It! bar, The Sandy and Toddcast podcast, and Chicago Huddle, a fitness club raising funds for St. Jude.
Outside of Client Work
I’m writing and illustrating Scarred Journals, my self-published comic book series, keeping that original dream of building my own characters alive.