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Mike began his extensive training at Cass Technical High School in Detroit, from which he graduated with honors. Afterward he attended the Columbus College of Art & Design on a full scholarship program, and also the College for Creative Studies (formerly the Society of Arts & Crafts / Center for Creative Studies). He began his professional career at some of the most noted advertising studios in Detroit - namely, New Center Studios and Al Hutt & Associates. As a freelancer, he was affiliated with other notable advertising studios from 1973 until the mid 1990s. His extensive traditional and digital experience assures exceptional quality and professional solutions - on time, and cost-effectively.
Mike also was an illustration instructor at the College for Creative Studies for about 10 years. He was held in high regard not only by the college, but more importantly by the student body. |
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Mike Gawet & Associates has produced thousands of print assignments for a wide range of clientele. Partial client list includes: Chevrolet, Ford, Lincoln-Mercury, Chrysler, Pontiac, GMC, Compuware, Comtel, Regulus, CMI, Data Scan Systems, UltraSuede, MPC/APS, Black & Decker, Frigidaire, The Stroh Brewery Company, National Bank of Detroit, Hiram Walker, UAW-GM, Exposure Marketing, Jim Rashid Construction. His extensive capabilities include: graphic design (all print materials, to include: brochures, catalogs, Point-Of-Purchase, business stationery, newsletters, mailers, magazine ads, etc,), corporate and logo development, vector-based and bit-mapped illustration, retouching / photo manipulation, and typography to produce print material from concept through pre-press stages. Web design, image file preparation, Flash animations and multi-media solutions.
All solutions are created on the Macintosh platform, utilizing the latest digital, professional software. |
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