About Steve Hartman, Artist and Designer
Steve Hartman is an accomplished artist who collaborates with leading commercial, healthcare, and hospitality art consultants worldwide. Renowned for his passion for creating, commissioning, and producing original art that sparks conversation and deep connections, Steve is committed to collaboration and providing engaging art at any budget.
Supporting art consultancy and art advisory teams, Steve contributes his versatile talents to developing comprehensive art collections for properties around the globe. With a keen eye for detail and a commitment to excellence, Steve's creativity shines in producing high-end art for wall art, wallcoverings, and interior signage, tailored to suit every space and style.
Steve's ability to develop transformational art programs that reflect the vision and character of any space makes him an invaluable asset to art program development teams. Collaborating closely with interior designers and hospitality industry professionals, Steve ensures that each piece of art is unique, customized, and appropriate for its environment.
With a sterling reputation in the art and design community and a vast network of artists, galleries, and art dealers, Steve delivers works of the highest quality and variety, within budget and on time, from commissioning to installation.
Steve Hartman is an American artist and creative director working from the Midwest. 30 years a designer and longer as an artist/creator, Steve experiments with random and loose applications of color, light and textures. Precision as a graphic designer in his day job juxtaposed with making art with the opposing theory of happenstance and happy accidents balances out Steve's creative investigations—both inspire each other.
Steve's paintings are vibrant, bold, and expressive, featuring rich colors, Steve’s black and white photography add dynamic textures that bring life and energy to any room. His work is highly sought after by collectors and designers alike, and has been featured in galleries and exhibitions across the country.
Whether you're looking for a large-scale statement piece or a series of smaller works to create a cohesive theme, Steve has a range of paintings and photographs to choose from. He works with a variety of media, including watercolors, oil, mixed media, and photography, and can create custom pieces to fit your specific needs and vision.
Not only is Steve a talented artist, but he's also dedicated to providing exceptional customer service to his clients. Steve Hartman has three decades of branding and graphic design experience with the most discerning clientele. He understands the importance of collaboration and communication in creating a successful project, and will work closely with you to ensure that you are completely satisfied with the end result.
So, if you're looking for stunning and unique artwork to elevate your interior design projects, look no further than SteveHartmanArt.com. Browse our gallery, learn more about Steve's process, and get in touch to discuss your specific needs and ideas.
Steve Hartman CV
EDUCATION
BFA, Eastern Illinois University, Charleston, IL 1992
Harvard Business School Executive Education
Certificate, Business Perspectives for Design Leaders, 2003
DESIGN CAREER
Werremeyer Creative St. Louis, Missouri
Vice President | Creative Director, 2016-present
Falk Harrison, St. Louis, Missouri
Creative Director, Branding and Social Media Strategist, 2009-2016
Creativille, Inc., Edwardsville, Illinois
Owner, Creative Director, 2004-2009
VSA Partners, Chicago, Illinois and St. Louis, Missouri
Senior Designer, 2004
Creativille, Inc., St. Louis, Missouri
Owner, Creative Director, 1999-2004
Falk Harrison, St. Louis, Missouri
Associate Creative Director, 1997-1999
Senior Art Director, 1995-1997
Art Director, 1992-1995
TEACHING
Washington University
Adjunct Professor, Visual Communications, 2001-2004
Maryville University
Adjunct Professor, Graphic Design, 2001-2003
University of Missouri St. Louis
Adjunct Professor, Visual Communications, 2000-2001
Webster University
Adjunct Professor, Digital Illustration, 1996-1997
DESIGN ADVOCACY
AIGA, The Professional Association for Design: AIGA is a global community of design advocates and practitioners. AIGA advances design as a professional craft, strategic advantage and vital cultural force. As the largest community of design advocates, we bring together practitioners, enthusiasts and patrons to amplify the voice of design and create the vision for a collective future. We define global standards and ethical practices, guide design education, inspire designers and the public, enhance professional development, and make powerful tools and resources accessible to all.
AIGA National Board of Directors, 2005-2008
AIGA St. Louis Board of Advisors, 2005-present
AIGA National Nominating Committee, 2002-2004
AIGA National Chapter Relief Fund, creation and review committee, 2001-2002
AIGA National Chapter Leadership Conference, presenter, 2000, 2001, 2002, 2005, 2006
AIGA St. Louis Chapter Development Director, 2002-2003
AIGA National Student Chapter Resource Guide, editor and writer, 2001
AIGA St. Louis Chapter President, 1999-2002
AIGA St. Louis Chapter Vice President, 1997-1999
DESIGN LECTURES AND JURIES
AIGA St. Louis Pixels of Fury, juror, 2014
St. Louis Artist’s Guild, guest lecturer, 2014
AIGA National Design Conference, Design Education for K-12, moderator 2006
AIGA South Dakota Chapter, keynote speaker, 2005
AIGA Kansas City Chapter, chapter leadership workshop leader, 2005
AIGA Nebraska Chapter, guest lecturer, 2005
HOW International Design Competition, juror, 2003
AIGA Wichita Design Competition, juror, 2003
HOW Design Conference, session moderator, 2002
AIGA National Leadership Conference, presenter, 2000, 2001, 2002
Graphic Design:USA American Design Awards, juror, 2002
AIGA Nebraska Design Competition, juror, 2002
Central Illinois Ad Club Advertising and Design Competition, juror, 2000, 2002
Eastern Illinois University All Student Show, juror and lecturer, 2002
Southern Illinois University Edwardsville, guest lecturer, 2001
Webster University St. Louis, guest lecturer, 2000
Maryville University St. Louis, guest lecturer, 2000
Washington University Mentor Program, mentor, 1997, 1998, 1999, 2000, 2001, 2002
AIGA St. Louis Student Portfolio Review, panel discussion, 1997
International Annual Report Competition, juror, 1997
DESIGN HONORS AND PUBLICATIONS
American Marketing Association, Targeted Marketing Awards, 2013
American Marketing Association, Targeted Marketing Awards, Best in Show, 2012
Graphic Design:USA American Packaging Awards, 2012
Graphic Design: USA Healthcare Design Awards, 2021, 2020, 2019
Communication Arts Exhibit,2011
Communication Arts Exhibit, 2008
Communication Arts Design Annual, 2008
AIGA St. Louis Design Show Competition
1997, 1998, 1999, 2000, 2001, 2002, 2003, 2004, 2005, 2006, 2007, 2008
Handwritten: Expressive Lettering in the Digital Age,
Steven Heller, Mirko Ilic, 2006
Designers USA (Brandingusa), B. Martin Pedersen, 2005
Denver Art Museum, Architecture, Design & Graphics permanent collection
AIGA 365 design award, 2005
Inspirability: 40 Top Designers Speak Out About What Inspires, Matt Pashkow, 2005
Hot Graphics USA No. 2 ,Visual Reference Publications, 2003
Print Magazine Regional Design Annual, 2001, 2002
Graphic Design:USA Fifty People to Watch, 2002
Graphic Design:USA In the News and Seen and Noted, 05/2000, 06/2001
AIGA: Get Out the Vote participating designer, 2000
Communication Arts Exhibit 09/2000
HOW Magazine Business Annual 12/2001
Stora Enso Design Excellence Award, 2000
International Annual Report Competition, 1996
Potlatch Annual Report Show, 1997
FINE ART ADVOCACY
Edwardsville Arts Center, Edwardsville, Illinois
Board of Directors, Vice President 2008-2014
Communications Chair 2003-2008
The Edwardsville Arts Center (EAC) is a non-profit community arts center operating
a dedicated professional gallery inside the Edwardsville High School. EAC partners
with the Edwardsville School Disctrict, The Edwardsville Public Library, Southern
Illinois University Edwardsville, and the local YMCA to offer arts classes
and gallery exhibits.
•Set policy and agenda as part of Executive Board
Ongoing fund raising responsibilities
•Developed new brand strategy to accomodate new location / partnership
within the Edwardsville School District
Developed online engagement strategy and platform
Lead committee of volunteer communicators,
developing promotional materials and public relations.
Collaborated with St. Louis Artworks youth program
to create site-specific “art” benches
Curated Shnikt!: The Complete X-Men Comic Book Collection
Curated Impressed by Design: Letterpress in the Heartland.
Featuring Amos Kennedy, Ken Botnick, Jim Sheraden and Hatch Show Print,
Eric Woods and Firecracker Press, Hammerpress
Work with committee of volunteers to hang and set new exhibits
GALLERY OWNER
The Gogh-Getters, Edwardsville, Illinois
Partner, Co-Curator 2013-Present
The Gogh-Getters is a two location micro-gallery located in Edwardsville, Illinois
inside of Sacred Ground Café and Bigelo’s Bistro. We exhibit and sell
works of art from local and regional artists.
Curate calendar of exhibiting artists
Hang bi-monthly shows
Manage communications and audience development
PERSONAL FINE ART EXHIBITS
Spring 23 Exhibit, 31art Gallery, St. Louis, MO, guest artist group show, 2023
No Place to Show Exhibit, Springfield Art Association, Springfield, IL, juried group show, 2022
Art of Travel Program, St. Louis Lambert International Airport, 2021-22
Heaven and Earth, Art St. Louis, St. Louis, MO, group juried show, 2020
Angad Arts Hotel, St. Louis, MO, group show, 2020
Houska Gallery, Winter Group Show, 2019
The Gogh-Getters, Dan Anderson & Steve Hartman, 2019
The Edwardsville Arts Center, Holiday Art Show, group show, 2019
Justine Petersen Greencubator, New Abstracts, solo show, 2019
Edwardsville Arts Center, The 200th Anniversary of Edwardsville Celebration, group show, 2019
Webster Arts, Freedom of Expression, group juried show, 2019
The Edwardsville Arts Center at the Edwardsville Library, Steve Hartman’s #socialques, solo show, 2018
The Gogh-Getters, Steve Hartman’s #socialques, solo show, 2017
The Chapel, The HeART of Rescue: benefiting Partners for Pets, group show, 2016
Edwardsville Arts Center, Colorplay: The Paintings of Edwardsville Artist Steve Hartman, solo exhibition, 2016
Art Saint Louis, Art St. Louis XXXI, The Exhibition, juried group show, 2015
Cedarhurst Center for the Arts, Mt. Vernon, IL, The 26th Cedarhurst Biennial, juried group show, 2015
MySlart.org, 33August Group Show, 2015
The Studio Door, Art Institute of California - San Diego, The Crow Show, group show, 2015
MySlart.org, 33December Group Show, 2014
The St. Louis Artist’s Guild, Summer Regional Art Exhibit, 2014
Main Street Community Center, Solo Show, 2014
Studio 7 at the Lemp Brewery, Group Show, 2014
ArtEAST, Solo Show, 2013
Jacoby Arts Center, Juried Exhibition, 2013
The Edwardsville Arts Center, Holiday Group Show, 2013
The Edwardsville Arts Center, Juried Exhibition No. 2, 2013
Tarble Arts Center, Graphic Design Alumni Symposium, 2009
The Edwardsville Arts Center, Edwardsville High School Alumni Show, 2009
The Edwardsville Arts Center, AIGA Get Out the Vote Poster Installation, 2008
ArtEAST, Group Show, 2008
ArtEAST, Solo Show, 2006
Edwardsville Arts Center, Group Invitational, group show, 2006
Edwardsville Arts Center, Structures: The Photography of Steve Hartman, group show 2004