Current Works in Progress:
Currently I have been staying busy attending classes in XHTML and CSS and studying Microsoft Excel,
Goggle Analytics. and the basics of graphic design/new mediaÎs. I have two current projects designing
and creating a ÏYouTubeÓ video and an ÏiPodÓ video presentation. I am working on a series of horse riding related paintings.
My current graphic design projects include a calendar for an Equestrian Riding Center and a web site for a Spanish
translation and interpretation company.
Equitation is a rider's ability to ride correctly with a strong, supple position and
effective aids. This is judged in equitation classes, or classes at horse shows that
mainly judge the rider's performance and control of the horse, as opposed to the
performance of the horse. Equitation classes occur in the Hunt seat, Saddle seat,
Dressage, and Western disciplines. A good equitation rider is always in balance with the
horse, maintains a correct position in every gait, movement, or over a fence, and
possesses a commanding, but relaxed, presence. They are effective riders, able to direct
the horse with nearly invisible aids.
Hunt seat riding originated in the hunt field. Unlike the more common hunter classes,
hunt seat equitation judges the rider rather than the horse (except refusals, which
always count against the rider). However, a poor performance by the horse is usually a
result of the rider it was given, and so a bad take-off spot may be penalized if the judge
feels it was due to rider error. Loss of a stirrup or reins are also severe faults, and
may be cause for elimination.
Flat classes include judging at the walk, trot, and canter in both directions, and the
competitors may be asked to ride without stirrups. The riders are required to have a
light and steady contact with their horse's mouth the entire ride.
Over fences, the competitor rides over a course of at least six obstacles
(usually many more). Fence height may go up to 3'9". Classes often require at least one
flying change and one or more combinations. The rider is judged not only on effectiveness
of aids, but should also maintain an even, forward pace and meet each fence at an
appropriate distance.
The show hunter is a type of show horse in the that is judged on its movement, manners,
and way of going, particularly while jumping fences. The horses are shown in hunt seat
style tack, and are often of Warmblood or Thoroughbred type. In the United States, show
hunters are primarily exhibited over fences, with a few additional classes offered for
horses shown in-hand or on the flat. In the United Kingdom, competition over fences is
called "Working Hunter," and the term "Show Hunter" describes classes held on the flat.
Show jumping, also known as "stadium jumping" or "jumpers," is a member of a family of
English riding equestrian events that also includes dressage, eventing, hunters and
equitation. Jumping classes are commonly seen at horse shows throughout the world,
including the Olympics. Sometimes shows are limited exclusively to jumpers, sometimes
jumper classes are offered in conjunction with other English-style events, and sometimes
show jumping is but one division of very large, all-breed competitions that include a
very wide variety of disciplines. Jumping classes may be governed by various national
horse show sanctioning organizations, such as the United States Equestrian Federation
in the USA. However, international competitions are governed by the rules of the F»d»ration
Hunters or Jumpers?
See also: Show hunter and Show hunter (British)
Samples of work:
http://www.ncci.tv (multimedia examples).
http://www.americangreetings.com (animated greeting cards).
http://www.daleteam.com http://www.drelocation.com
http://www.REPD.com (Web site design and maintenance)
http://my.voyager.net/~joseph7
(on-line portfolio, additional CD-RomÌs project portfolioÎs).
Time Warner Cable 3/93-12/06
Television Production Assistant
Master control operator and television production assistant. As a master control operator
I was responsible for airing the local programming shows. I operated the Deko graphics
systems and instant replay machines for the Game of the Week sports coverage. I have
experience with professional camera operation, digital editing, linear and non-linear
editing and cable television production. I have overseen the set design, camera work,
tape recording and editing of local access groups, cable television productions. One of
my greatest accomplishments was lending a hand with the design and digital production of
some of the department shows. I developed a close working relationship with several fellow
coworkers. I have an on-going design consulting relationship regarding new and continuing
on-air television productions. My concept to develop a cable internet site as a portal site was later developed and recognized as setting the standard for portal designs.
Chris came to his education and experience in television production after working
in the corporate environment. Prior to his current studies he attended numerous courses
in video production and multimedia. Chris finds his largest source of inspiration in the
work created for The History Channel, You Tube and I Pod videos and the use of MAYA in
the movie industry.
The Cleveland Museum of Art 2/93-3/06
The Cleveland Museum of Art. Museum Staff Exhibition.
The Andalusian is one of the oldest breeds of horses in the world today. It is also known
as the Purebred Spanish Horse or PRE (Pura Raza Espa³ola; in English, Pure Spanish-bred).
It is one of the two sub-breeds of the Iberian horses, and extremely similar to the
closely related Lusitano breed.
Photographer
Photography for the Education Departments slide lectures. I had the opportunity to work
for a great institution and learned allot about the value of representing such a world
re-known museum in my daily activities or studies abroad where I conducted research on
the marketing of museum exhibitions. Upon taking classes in interactive design One of my
ideas for interactive gallery piece was implemented in the Picasso gallery. My photography
on the Museums 75th anniversary celebration was the cover for MuseumÌs annual report
Looking to find exciting work . Chris had the opportunity to join the dedicated
staff at The Cleveland Museum of Art. He augmented his approach to design with studies
in Communication Theory and Methodology at Cleveland State University where he developed
a thesis study on the international marketing of museum exhibitions.
dRelocation.com 06/00-11/01
Graphic Designer
Web Site design and maintenance. I was responsible for creating a series of Flash/HTML
websites using MicrosoftÌs FrontPage, Image Ready and Photoshop. This included the daily
maintenance, interaction and updating of individual realtor websites.
Chris has always had a great passion for visualizing his thoughts through pictures
and found the aspects of web design to have a multitude of design possibilities.
American Greetings.com 11/99-7/00
Multimedia Animator
Design Production of Internet animated Greeting cards. I was responsible for the animation
of various sets of greeting cards and the related greeting card site thumbs. This was a
great opportunity to gain wonderful animation skills and learn the value of image
specification and download parameters.
After furthering his education in the newly expanding field of web design Chris
discovered the potential of using computer animation to enhance his developing interest in web animation.
Management Recruiters 8/87-6/89
Graphic Artist
Corporate communication, video graphics, brochures, posters, newsletters, photography. I
worked closely with the marketing director to bring many of the marketing pieces in house.
I was often asked to create a video graphic for the corporate sales training tapes,
including the box cover, direct mail piece and order form. My greatest accomplishment was
rising to the challenge of learning the new desktop publishing field using PageMaker
while working with the Marketing Department on some of the corporate communication pieces
which where then brought in-house. We utilized my natural talents in photography to create a series of office corridor photographs
showcasing the video departments on location productions.
Six years of print experience led Chris into the corporate field and the opportunity to
show case his skills in print and video. He speaks of his experience as a growing process where
talents and technical skills merge pulling from the past and embracing the future to create quality design.
Advo Systems 5/83-5/86
Print Coordinator Assistant
Print production, print budgeting and sales liaison for direct mail advertising. I worked
closely with the sales staff to generate mock up designs and assist the print coordinator
with print production. Worked closely with printers on the production and distribution
process. I was then promoted to controlling the weekly and bi-weekly production of local
and national print advertising. This included working with a four person staff, printers
and supply vendors.
Chris considers Communication to be one of his trademarks with an ability to work close with
people on a variety of levels.
Exhibitions & Promotions:
Northern Ohio Live Magazine. Magazine Cover Design.
Art Consultancy. International Art Show Amsterdam Holland.
The Andalusian Horse Breed fro jumping:
Andalusians have been used for all manner of riding horses, and were the preferred mount
of kings over many centuries. They excel in high school dressage and are used in cattle
work and bullfighting in their native Spain. They are highly intelligent and learn very
quickly.
Partbred Andalusians are popular as sport horses in many countries. They also excel at
classical dressage and are used for show jumping and other equestrian activities.
Areas of Interest:
Avid Horseman, volunteer for Therapeutic horse riding and familiar with Scandinavian and French culture. I enjoy horse riding and being part of my home away from home Sweden and my dear friends who live there.
The dramatic appearance of the Andalusian horse has made it a popular breed to use in
film, particularly in historical and fantasy epics. For example, two Andalusians, Domero
and Blanco played the part of Shadowfax in The Lord of the Rings film trilogy. The part of
Asfaloth was played by another Andalusian named Florian. Another Andalusian was cast as
Peter's unicorn in Disney/Walden Media's The Chronicles of Narnia: The Lion, the Witch,
and the Wardrobe. In The Mask of Zorro, Zorro's horse, Tornado, was referred to as an
Andalusian, although the horse appeared to actually be a Friesian. Mel Gibson rode
Jardinero X in Braveheart. Six Andalusians were used to portray the two unicorns in the
Ridley Scott fairy tale 'Legend'. Andalusians also appear frequently in films that depict
bullfighting or other aspects of Spanish culture.
ÏIt's like the first day of the first horse show of my life.Ó
George Morris quote
ÏWin Win
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ÏDon't let them steal your Joy.Ó
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ÏA Diamond in the Rough.Ó
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ÏWe have a great team, great horses, and I have a lot of confidence that we can win.
There's no magic, just experience.Ó
George Morris quote
The Cleveland Institute of Art. Bachelor of Fine Arts, 1983
Major: Illustration and Photography
Minor: Graphic Design and Silk-screening
International Exchange Studies: Paris, Gothenburg.