2. Hello, My name is Melvin a.k.a.
“Khamel” and I’m a freelance artist
and designer from Manson, NC.This
is a showcase for some of my best
design work, and also my introduc-
tion. So, let’s get that introduction out
of the way first...
Background
I’ve been doing artwork all my life
and personal web design work for
10+ years. I was initially self-taught,
then later enrolled in Westwood Col-
lege where I am currently earning
my Bachelors Degree in Web Design
& Multimedia. I have a background
in art, which is something I’ve been
doing since the age of 4 (drawing,
painting, airbrushing, designing...
etc.)
Software Skills
• Windows XP, Vista, 7 and 10
• Microsoft Office Professional Suite
• Adobe Dreamweaver CS3, CS4, CS5
• 3DS Max 2010
• Adobe Illustrator CS3, CS4, CS5
• Adobe InDesign CS3, CS4, CS5
• Adobe Premiere Pro CS3, CS4, CS5
• Adobe Flash CS3, CS4, CS5
Programming Languages
• HTML
• XML
• XHTML
• CSS
• PHP
Some Freelance Design Work History
• Built e-commerce web site for own small-business
• Designed official signs and logos for local Fire Department
• Designed flyers for social gatherings
• Designed logos and mural imagery for tennis organization
Introduction
INTRODUCTION
Career Goals
My goals are to use the skills that I’ve attained in college and through my freelance work
to continue gaining experience as an artist and web designer on projects for an estab-
lished company while staying up to date in new technologies and developments in the
tech world. Long term, I’d like to build on my web design skills with increased knowledge
and experience from the more technical web developer side of the industry. Ultimately I’d
like to work my way up to a senior position in a leading firm.
3. Art & Illustration
This piece was drawn and painted digitally in Sketchbook Pro using a Cintiq 24HD
Touch interactive pen display.
GROWING UP NINTENDO
5. Art & Illustration
This piece was sketched out on paper, then painted digitally in ArtRage Studio Pro
using a Cintiq 24HD Touch interactive pen display.
NATURELLE
7. Art & Illustration
TMNT: LEO IN THE CITY
This piece was drawn in pencil, inked with technical pens then painted digitally in
Adobe Photoshop using a mouse.
8. CommericialArt&GraphicDesign
HIGH ROLLERS
This commissioned design intended for t-shirts was done for a local car club. It fea-
tures one of their vehicles painted digitally in Sketchbook Pro. To get the desired look,
some effects were applied in Photoshop, where typography and other graphics were
added to the design.
9. CommercialArt&GraphicDesign
This design was done for a Youtube Channel Icon. The character was drawn and
painted in ArtRage 4 . I added the typography, background and other graphics in
Photoshop.
KML KREATIVE ICON
10. CommercialArt&GraphicDesign
DEQOR MASKS
This image was created in Adobe Photoshop to be a print magazine ad for
DeQor Masks, a custom mask manufacturer. Reflective surface and smoke
were added to give a mystic effect and add atmosphere.
12. Web-Design
COUNTY LINE STATE REC AREA
This Flash-based web site was designed to inform visitors of the attractions of
County Line Park. The goal was to highlight its most appealing features a few
different demographics including fisherman, campers, family vacationers, boat-
ers and fans of the outdoors and nature.
The design is dynamic with visually appealing transitions and animations. The
color scheme of the graphics and images used display a consistent combination
of different browns, greens and yellows found in nature. Software: Adobe Flash
CS5. See the Full site at: http://www.kmlkreations.com/cline
13. WINDSTAR CRUISES
Web-Design
This is a web page designed to promote the services of a luxury cruise company
Windstar Cruises.This Search Engine Optimized (SEO) page shows my ability
to design web pages that have strong usability and are tailored to rank high in
search engine results. Software: Adobe Dreamweaver & Adobe Photoshop
See the Full Site at: http://www.kmlkreations.com/windstar
14. Web-Design
VISITING BILTMORE
The inspiration for the theme of this website was literally a personal visit to the Bilt-
more Estate in Asheville, North Carolina. The goal was to provide an enticing taste
of some of the sights and experiences offered at this popular tourist attraction.
The design is meant to give a very majestic high-class vibe that’s befitting the old-
style architecture and imagery. Stylish serif fonts help compliment this theme.
See the full site at: http://www.kmlkreations.com/bmore
15. GRANDFATHER MT.
These photos were taken at Grandfather Mountain in North Carolina with a Canon
PowerShot SX20 IS.
Photography
16. Photography
CROSS IN THE NIGHT SKY
This photo was taken with a Canon PowerShot SX20 IS.
• Shutter Speed: 1/8 sec. • Aperture: f/4.5
• ISO: 400
17. STRAWBERRIES
Photography
These photos were taken in-studio with a Canon PowerShot SX20 IS.
• Shutter Speed: 1/50 sec. • Aperture: f/2.8
• ISO: 400 • Lighting: 2 CFL Lights, 15W & 30W
18. Photography
JAMAICA SUNSET
This photo was taken at the Gran Bahia Principe resort in Jamaica with a Canon
PowerShot SX20 IS.
• Shutter Speed: 1/1250 sec.
• Aperture: f/4
19. LOVIN’ THE BALCONY VIEW
Photography
This photo was taken at the Gran Bahia Principe resort in Jamaica with a Canon
PowerShot SX20 IS.
- Shutter Speed: 1/1250 sec.
- Aperture: f/3.2 - ISO: 160
- Lighting: Natural
