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::<\/span>\u00a0 about ampers& studio<\/span><\/h2>\n

Kimberly Foss, Owner and Creative Director of Ampers& Studio<\/strong>, earned her degree in Printing Technology from Rochester Institute of Technology (RIT) in 1980. Prior to starting her own business, she directed the Art and Composition Departments for two commercial printers \u2014 one in northern Massachusetts, the other in southern New Hampshire \u2014 from 1980 to 1986. She further honed her growing passion for typographic perfection for several years under the tutelage of noted typographer Robin McAllister. Additionally, Ms. Foss has taught courses in and delivered lectures on Typography for the University of New Hampshire Division of Continuing Education’s Graphic Arts Certificate Program. She has also served for many years on the board of directors for a handful of local non-profits, and continues to donate her services, time, and expertise to several causes within her community.<\/p>\n

Ampers& Studio<\/strong> services individuals, businesses, creative agencies, commercial printers, and educational & financial institutions throughout New England, across the United States, and around the globe, specializing in creative concepts for print and web communications, including graphic design, typography, copy writing, and complete project management.<\/em><\/strong><\/span> In addition, a thorough working knowledge of the printing industry gives Ampers& Studio an added advantage, as Ms. Foss knows and understands how to plan and prepare press-ready files more efficiently for obtaining the very best and most economical print results. [<\/strong> Learn more about Ampers&’s capabilities<\/a><\/strong><\/em> or check out our portfolio<\/a> section<\/em>.<\/strong> ]<\/strong><\/p>\n

Outside of work and community projects<\/b>, Kim likes to spend time away from the computer creating art (most recently, mixed media assemblages). Her works can be found at a handful of local shops and galleries. She also enjoys a variety of activities, including everything from gardening & reading, to interior decorating & photography, to\u00a0 SCUBA diving & snowboarding. (Ed. note: As somewhat of a <\/b>Renaissance<\/b><\/span> Woman,\u00a0 this list could go on and on, but spending time doing anything with family will always be my favorite activity! ~ kf\/& :)<\/b><\/em><\/span><\/p>\n

Since 1986, Ampers& Studio has built a solid reputation<\/b>\u00a0for producing affordable, high quality design solutions \u2014 on time, within budget, and always to customer specifications<\/em><\/strong><\/span>. Find out for yourself how easy it is to have an effective marketing or identity tool produced \u2014 one which improves both your image and your bottom line.<\/p>\n

Contact Kimberly Foss<\/span><\/a> to start your next graphics project or obtain a free, no obligation estimate.<\/em><\/span><\/h3>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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