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GRAPHIC DESIGN & ILLUSTRATION
106 Group
370 Selby Avenue
St. Paul, MN 55102
(651) 290-0977
Fax (651) 290-0979
anneketz@106group.com
www.106group.com
The 106 Group is a leader in interpretive planning. Our work defines the power of place, discovers its stories, and interprets them both creatively and strategically.

Amelia Hansen Illustration
Amelia Hansen Illustration
Amelia Hansen
PO Box 19434
Kalamazoo, MI 49019
269-353-2052
amelia@ameliahansen.com
www.ameliahansen.com
Visual interpretation of the natural world. Full-color and black & white illustration in a variety of media, suitable for a wide range of uses, with an emphasis on natural science.

Ballantine Environmental Resources, Inc.
4711 Ipswich Street
Boulder, CO 80301
303-530-1882 (local)
877-363-6675 (toll-free)
303-530-1883 (fax)
info@toddballantine.com
www.toddballantine.com
We have over 30 years experience creating: multiple-style illustration and writing for natural, historical and cultural exhibits; interpretive trail systems; visitor centers; books, handbooks, and brochures; audio-visual programs; and training for interpretive guides and eco-tour operators.

Dahn Design, LLC
Denise Dahn
3703 Walnut Ave SW
206-923-2853
206-923-2857 fax
dahndesign@aol.com
www.dahndesign.com
 

Earthrise  
EarthRise design
Donald Watson, Certified Interpretive Planner
54 Larkspur Drive
Trumbull, CT 06611
203-459-0332
203-268-9248 fax
Earthrise001@sbcgolbal.net
www.donaldwatson.com
EarthRise design is an award winning design firm with specialization in visitor centers, museums and nature preserves. We provide single-point planning and design services for interpretive planning, exhibit design, wildlife and nature art, and green architecture

ECOS Communications
2028 17th Street
Boulder, CO 80302
303-444-3267
303-444-3730 fax
info@ecos.us
www.ecos.us

Founded in 1991, ECOS Communications provides innovative design, graphics and planning services. Our projects often involve a mix of experiential design and educational efforts, focused at the intersection of nature, people, and the built environment.

ECOS expertise in visitor behavior, design, exhibit fabrication, science and cultural history helps interpret complex ideas in accessible and enjoyable ways. We utilize our interdisciplinary talents and experience in non-formal learning environments to offer a diversity of skills, approaches, and knowledge.


EnviroSigns, ltd.
2700 Fulton DR NW
Canton, Ohio 44718
www.envirosigns.com
Contact Bob Blick
bob@envirosigns.com
Toll Free 888-492-5377
Fax 570-694-2904
We make it easy for you. High Pressure Laminate signs, Enviroreader, Enviropoly routed signs, wayside exhibits. We have been sign manufacturers since 1972. Owned by Sue and Dick Akers.

Erica Fielder Studios
Erica Fielder Studio
P.O. Box 1075
Mendocino, CA 95460
707-964-1467
Fax: 707-964-1467
efielder@mcn.org
www.ericafielder-ecoartist.com

Founded in 1983:
• Our panels are alive with accurate, dynamic text and richly developed art designed to touch your visitor's intellects as well as their hearts.
• We help you craft your themes so they carry inspiring stewardship messages and are remembered over time.
• Through all our interpretive efforts we encourage viewers to gain cultural and ecological savvy so they become informed planetary citizens.
• Visit our website and call us if you are looking for eye-catching, memorable displays to enhance your special site: 707-964-1467.


EDA

Exhibit Design Associates

1269 Chasm Road
Estes Park, CO 80517
970-577-5436
FAX 970-577-0304
mobile 970-290-6211
biff@exhibitdesignassociates.com
www.exhibitdesignassociates.com

Exhibit Design Associates is a multi-disciplinary design firm dedicated to creating quality interpretive media and providing planning and consulting services for managers of cultural and natural resources. Services include:

  • Exhibition planning, design, fabrication and installation
  • Graphic arts and illustration
  • Design and facilitation of events that involve communities in planning
  • Publications
  • Scientific surveys and market research
  • Business planning for informal learning facilities
  • Recreation and tourism planning

Fermata, Inc.
Fermata, Inc.
3303 Louisiana St., Ste. 260
Houston, Texas 77006
713-523-3302
713-523-3322 Fax
RobinL@fermatainc.com
www.fermatainc.com
Fermata, Inc. is an industry leader in the design of innovative interpretive strategies and deliverables that involve, stimulate, and engage the public. Fermata focuses on authentic, participatory experiences as well as the transformative realizations that occur when visitors encounter nature, history, and culture directly. Our careful, contemplative work helps to ensure resource conservation for the use and enjoyment of future generations.

Lynda Wallis
Freelance Illustration/Lynda Wallis
27947 North Ash St.
Wauconda, IL 60084
Ph 847-487-1752
drawing@mc.net
 

Gaia Graphics & Associates
1130 Islay Street
San Luis Obispo, CA 93401
(805) 544-9676
Toll Free (866) 232-1519
Fax (805) 543-3813
terre@gaiagraphics.com
www.gaiagraphics.com
Call us for interpretive and wayfinding signs, exhibits and publications.

Planning, Research, Illustration, Photography, Thematic Writing, Design, Project and Production Mgmt.

Gecko Group

Gecko Group, Inc.
211 West Chestnut Street
West Chester, PA 19380
610-430-0305
610-430-8633
kathy@geckogroup.com
www.geckogroup.com

Gecko Group is a leading Environmental Graphic Design firm in the Aquarium, Zoo and Museums marketplace. We help education-focused destinations create authentic and positive visitor experiences. Our design disciplines concern the visual and strategic aspects of wayfinding and signage, identity, interpretive graphics, and exhibits that shape the idea of place.

Graphics&Design
421 S. Pugh Street
State College, PA 16801
814.238.3136
814.238.1620 fax
kp4ideas@graphicsanddesign.net
www.graphicsanddesign.net
Graphics & Design is a award-winning design firm located in State College PA for 20 years. We work closely with clients developing solid solutions for their businesses, as well as ensuring cost-effective creativity through years of experience in the design industry.

Great design and very personal services, on time and within budget.

Interpretive Graphics
Interpretive Graphics
3590 Summerhill Dr.
Salt Lake City, Utah 84121
801-942-5812
john@interpretivegraphics.com
www.interpretivegraphics.com
For over thirty years Interpretive Graphics has specialized in the development of exterior signage for interpretive and historical uses. Services range from initial planning and design through production graphics, fabrication, and installation.

Kirby Stephens Design, Inc.
219 E. Mt. Vernon St.
Somerset, Kentucky 42501
Phone: 606 679-5634
Fax: 606 678-5383
kirby@ksdweb.com
www.ksdweb.com
Kirby Stephens Design was established in 1986 and has earned a reputation for working with our clients to successfully develop and tell their project stories through publications, exhibits and motion graphics. Our in-house skills include graphic design, animation, illustration, map design, photography, interpretive writing and comprehensive project planning.

Noble Erickson
Noble Erickson Inc
Jackie Noble
1050 B Cherokee Street
Denver, CO 80204
Tel 303.893.2200
Fax 303.893.4833
jackie@neidea.com
www.neidea.com

The power of research, storytelling and design drives Noble Erickson's award-winning ability to create compelling: cultural heritage interpretive plans; interpretive graphics and exhibits; mapping and illustration; wayfinding and interpretive sign programs.

Clients include the National Park Service (most notably Lewis and Clark National Historical Park and the Chesapeake Bay Gateways Network), State Parks, Historical Societies and Municipalities.


RummStudio
Novato CA 94947
415 408-3902
415 408-3902 fax (with notice)
rummstudio@earthlink.net
www.rummstudio.com
A full service design studio, RummStudio provides high quality custom art, writing and graphic design for your interpretive projects. We create exhibits that engage, inspire, and reflect the true spirit of an area. --woman-owned small business--

Sea Reach Ltd.
Sea Reach Ltd
146 NE Yamhill Street
Sheridan, OR 97378
503.843.2005
503.843.2744 fax
info@seareach.com
www.seareach.com
Sea Reach Ltd., recipient of the prestigious SEGD Award for outstanding design and fabrication, delivers quality exhibit designs and fabrication since 1980.

Interpretive services include planning, writing, exhibit design, specialized mapping, environmental signage design (wayfinding, entry signs, markers, exhibit structures, kiosks), engineered construction drawings, custom fabrication in a variety of materials, full line of NPS exhibit bases, upright mounts, roofed kiosks, audio boxes, registration lock boxes, bulletin cases, etc.

Split Rock Studios
Lisa Friedlander
2071 Gateway Blvd.
St. Paul, MN 55112
651-631-2211 x 717
651-631-0707 fax
lfriedlander@splitrockstudios.com
www.splitrockstudios.com
Designers and Builders of Interpretive Exhibits Specializing in Dioramas, Hand-Painted Murals, Sculpture, Artistic Fabrication, and Interpretive Graphics.

Wilde Art
P/O Box 292
Standard, CA., 95373
(209) 533-4732
(209) 533 1261
kristie@wilde-art.com
www.wilde-art.com
Wilde Art specializes in high impact interpretive artwork and signage; captivating viewers- leaving an impression. I will work with you and your team to communicate your message from
concept to fabrication.

Wildwood Studios LLC
Tammy West
Owner & NAI Certified Interpretive Planner
3 Reese Dr.
Austin, TX 78745
512-782-9625
green@thewildwoodstudios.com
www.thewildwoodstudios.com
Fresh Solutions to Natural, Cultural & Historical Interpretation

~NAI Certified Interpretive Planner on staff ensuring well thought out plans
~Thorough and creative exhibit design, fabrication and research insuring a quality product
~Interpretive signs – graphic design & layout with added tactile elements provides an in depth look into your message
~Sculptures (any size and material), reproductions, bronze casts and dioramas
~Illustrations and painted images to enhance your interpretive signs and printed material
~Hand painted, mosaic, ceramic tile and photo murals
~Learning Kits for spreading your message past your walls to outreach populations or to be checked out by your visitors

We take communication seriously…simply, we listen to your needs!

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