ARTIST'S WORK RANGES FROM TRADITIONAL TO DIGITAL.BUSINESS NAME: The Art of Jeremy Jeremy (jĕr`ĭmē), English form of Jeremiah. The Epistle of Jeremy is a title given to the sixth chapter of Baruch. Steiner BUSINESS ADDRESS: P.O. Box 3244, Chatsworth, CA 91313 PHONE: (818) 620-1543 WEB SITE: www.jeremysteiner.net, jeremy(at)jeremysteiner.net OWNER: Jeremy Steiner ESTABLISHED: 2004 NUMBER OF EMPLOYEES: One DESCRIBE YOUR BUSINESS: I'm an artist/illustrator/concept designer with a degree from the Art Center College of Design Art Center built its reputation as a vocational school, essentially, preparing returning GIs for work in the commercial arts fields. It has traditionally maintained a strong "real-world" focus, emphasizing craftsmanship, technique, and professionalism while somewhat de-emphasizing theory. . My work is versatile, ranging from paintings to illustrations to developing video games See video game console. . I have the capability of creating any visual image digitally and/or hand-painted traditionally. If you need a concept developed, an illustration for any purpose or just a landscape or portrait of the family dog, then I'm the man for the job. IS THIS YOUR FIRST BUSINESS? Yes WHY DID YOU START THIS BUSINESS? There's a growing interest in art. There's also a need and desire for visual communication in this world. And I have the talent and ability to bring anyone's vision to life. WHERE DID YOU GET THE IDEA? I've been an artist all my life, so this is a natural extension of my creativity. HOW LONG WAS IT FROM CONCEPT TO OPENING? One year. WHAT DID YOU DO DURING THAT TIME? I prepared my portfolio, which is always a dynamic work in progress. I also prepared samples, including my popular miniature landscape paintings. WHAT WERE YOUR STARTUP COSTS AND HOW DID YOU FINANCE THE BUSINESS? About $3,000, financed through savings. WHO DID YOU RELY ON FOR ADVICE? My past professors and colleagues have been instrumental in guiding me. Also, my mom (1) (Messaging-Oriented Middleware) See messaging middleware. (2) (Microsoft Operations Manager) Software that monitors and captures system and application events throughout the network. has always been a key adviser and mentor Mentor, in Greek mythology Mentor (mĕn`tər, –tôr'), in Greek mythology, friend of Odysseus and tutor of Telemachus. . WHAT HADN'T YOU CONSIDERED BEFORE OPENING? I didn't realize the degree of interest generated in my painted landscapes and my digital images and designs. WHAT IS YOUR EXPECTED REVENUE THIS YEAR? $10,000 WHAT GOALS DO YOU HAVE FOR THE COMPANY? To reach as many people as possible and become a household name in the art world. I want to work on new, exciting projects and really make a difference. My goal is to be a problem solver for my clients and have my artwork enjoyed by all. CAPTION(S): photo Photo: (color) Jeremy Steiner, at his house in West Hills, is a local entrepreneur entrepreneur (än'trəprənûr`) [Fr.,=one who undertakes], person who assumes the organization, management, and risks of a business enterprise. who specializes in painted landscapes and digital designs. He started a company called The Art of Jeremy Steiner. Michael Owen
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