Clients and Testimonials

Our client list is as diverse as the services we offer. Here are just a few of the many folks we've been privileged to work with:

To schedule an appointment to discuss your project, please call 410-441-4829 or e-mail Neeley.

What our clients and customers are saying...

"Neeley has been an invaluable resource for us over the past nine years. She has worked on a multitude of projects lending her experience and creativity to create winning designs. Her eye for detail and work ethic are next to none." — Deanna Gardner, Art Director / Oakstone Publishing dba Personal Best, Birmingham, AL

"Neeley is extremely professional, very creative and super organized which helped us with the many projects we had going on at the same time. I would highly recommend her for any organization seeking a very resourceful and creative designer." — Charles Dismuke, SVP and Publisher / Oakstone Publishing dba Personal Best, Birmingham, AL

“I've worked directly with Neeley at Cecil Soil Magazine, where she oversees all creative and publishing. I have to say she's one of the best project managers I've ever met, and simply a genius in her creative talent. Her attention to detail and focus are phenomenal—two of the biggest reasons why the magazine has enjoyed such success. It has been truly a pleasure to work with Neeley, and I recommend her services both as a graphic artist and as a project manager with publishing savvy.” — Apryl Parcher, Features Editor / Cecil Soil Magazine

“Neeley is a fantastic creative director. She is able to outline the needs and time line of each specific project clearly, yet she is also flexible and understanding if the need arises. Her juxtaposition of text and image is always eye-catching and compelling, and my respect for her talents has grown in the years I've worked with her.” — Maggie Creshkoff, Writer, Photographer / Back Porch Publications, LLC

"For some reason or another, God has always steered the best of souls into our lives. Carol and I credit them for putting into reality our vision of 'Down-to-Earth News for the Gentle People of Cecil County.' And at the top of this list is our Creative Director/Production Manager, Neeley Spotts. Neeley and I work together very well. There is genuine rapport between us, and at times it’s as though she can read my mind. She composes and lays out the entire magazine, designs highly professional display ads, and edits, writes and proofreads for us. She also does a beautiful job updating our web site, www.cecilsoilmagazine.com … she’s indispensable to us." — Ed Belote, Sr, Publisher / Back Porch Publications, LLC, Rising Sun, MD (as published in CSM)

“Working with Neeley is a pleasure. Neeley is professional, organized and timely. Neeley's work is always fresh and creative, she can provide exactly what you want (even when you are not exactly sure what you want!). I highly recommend Neeley.” — Rhonda Gant-Ruiz, Independent Writer, Editor, Product Development / Communication Media, Birmingham, AL

"Entrusting Neeley with so many of my projects has really saved me so much valuable time and has allowed me to focus on growing my business. She has handled everything from my logo design and business stationery to my web design and hosting. She hand-painted a sign for my shop, my logo on the wall inside the store, and some of my children's furniture. What she couldn't do, she knew of someone who could. I've been able to open a second location in less than a year!" — Debbie Bryant, Owner / Gloria's Treasure, Rising Sun, MD

"This is wonderful and you are wonderful and I love doing business with competent people! Thanks yet again. You may be the most patient person I know." — Andie Caraballo / Tapeta Footings, North East, MD

"It is always a pleasure working with Neeley at Inkspotts Creative. Any special requests are handled in a friendly, professional and timely manner." — Jane Gambill, Owner / Antique Accents, North East, MD

"We are very pleased with the way our business cards turned out. Always a reasonable turnaround time." — Jeff Willis / Willis Home Remedies

"My [first experience] with Neeley was my first magazine ad. With short notice and working with an unknown field for me, Neeley made it painless. The ad is beautiful and I cannot wait to see it published. Thanks!" — Kristine's Krafts, Nottingham, PA

"On behalf of the animals in our care, thank you for the great piece of artwork you created to help us raise funds. It's a lovely design and we are happy to have such a great friend across the country. It is a pleasure working with you." — Rancho Coastal Humane Society

"We were very pleased with the artwork we received. Neeley is a pleasure to do business with." — Christine Spencer, Elkton, MD

"I was very pleased with the logo that Inkspotts created for me. I was given several designs to choose from in a reasonable time frame and the price was reasonable as well." — Sherry Willis / Mulberry Bush, Elkton, MD

"You are so talented! I opened the box and you left me speechless... and I am NEVER speechless... The farm sign is more than I had ever hoped. I want to thank you very much for putting your heart into this painting, it is beautiful." — Tracy Fields, Salisbury, MD

"Wanted to take a moment to tell you how much business the sign you painted brought us! Our horse trainer tripled her classes this summer! She said she never made so much money! Thank you again for the beautiful sign." — Tracy Fields, Salisbury, MD

"All of my experiences with Inkspotts Creative Services have been fantastic! The shop window and business cards are great. All of the painted items — whether a milkcan, kerosene heater, shutter or window — can be a masterpiece. Custom paintings are done with perfection!" — Debby Starkey, Owner / Hodge Podge Lodge, Rising Sun, MD

"Thank you so much! You took a family heirloom that was an eyesore and transformed it into the most beautiful family treasure. We will cherish this milk can for the rest of our lives. You did an amazing job and we are absolutely thrilled with it." — Ann Glaude, Oxford, PA

"We are very pleased with the way our business cards turned out. Always a reasonable turnaround time." — Sherry Willis / Willis Home Remedies, Rising Sun, MD

"Just a line to let you know my sister LOVED the milkcan. She said this was the nicest thing that anyone has done for her in a long time. My youngest keeps bragging to everyone how real Toby looks. Thanks again for such a wonderful job." — Diane Freyman, Rising Sun, MD

"My daughter just loved [the house portrait]!! I don't know how in the world I'm ever going to be able to get her anything that's going to top this painting. Thanks so much for your good work .... I'll be forever indebted to you!" — Melissa Copenhaver-Gough, Rising Sun, MD

"Wow! This picture is wonderful! Full of color! You are a great painter. I will be back again for more paintings!" — Stephanie Mears, Port Deposit, MD

"My special orders were filled accurately and in a timely fashion, and fulfilled my expectations as well as my customers'. Completely satisfied!" — Tammy Braddock / Victorian Lace Gift Shop, Nottingham, PA

"On behalf of the 130 children of the Southern Chester County YMCA Barracuda Swim Team, thank you for donating their participation certificates. It is nice to be able to give each child a recognition. Thanks for bringing a smile to each face." — Laura King, Oxford, PA

"It's wonderful!! I can't wait to give it to my brother & sister-in-law!" — Donna Barton, Rising Sun, MD

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*Some additional notes on our long-term contracts ...

Back Porch Publications, LLC (Long-term Freelance Contract: Creative Director / Production Manager)
September 2004 - present - Rising Sun, MD
Duties include:
• Development and maintenance of production schedules for three publications.
• All design, layout, and creative production of all editorial and most advertising content in Cecil Soil Magazine.
• Management of editorial content flow, including planning, assignments, and movement through editing process.
• Conducting interviews, photography, writing and editing.
• Design and updates of web sites for both Cecil Soil Magazine and Better Bargains Advertiser.
• Oversight of creative production of secondary publications.

Oakstone Wellness Publishing / Personal Best (Long-term Freelance Contract: Graphic Designer / Illustrator)
November 2000 - August 2009* - Birmingham, AL
Duties included:
• Design and layout of four newsletters monthly, plus pagination of Spanish translation versions.
• Design and development of new product offerings, including poster and brochure series.
• Custom illustration as needed.
• Assisted in planning and development of artwork database for company-wide use.
(*Independent contractors eliminated as part of cost-cutting efforts at company, served as precursor to major downsizing.)

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