So, here's my story...
Hi! I'm Phyllis Atha, a web designer, graphic designer, photographer and muralist based based in Sacramento, CA, so if you’re local we can sit face-to-face for in person communication, and virtual so that you can access unique and creative image and design talent from anywhere in the world. I grew up in Bakersfield and worked my way through college at San Jose State University. I've lived in the Santa Cruz Mountains, Los Gatos, Grass Valley, Carlsbad (north San Diego County) and Sacramento.
What I love most... my family and friends, my dog Sophie, a great adventure, expressing my creativity, using my talents and being of benefit to people and the planet (i.e., making a difference in the world).
The things I enjoy... art, music, learning, laughing and making people laugh, interior design, traveling, politics, movies, painting, writing, museums, good tasting (organic) food , beauty, being in the water (especially snorkeling), comfort, and moments of enlightenment.
My art work... I was a painter (oil, acrylic, watercolor) and taught art before becoming a designer.
My travels... hitched hiked all over Europe on my own, (when I was just 22) and worked when money ran short; visited Japan and Hong Kong; took a 75 day trip, on my own to Africa, India and Nepal; visited Jamaica, Puerto Rico and Hawaii; and drove across America and up and down each coast.
Testimonials
I don't know how to thank you for all the years of loyal and wonderful support you have given to the Network and to me. Your expertise and artistic skill made our materials stand out and drew many comments. I was so happy to be able to rely on you.
-John McLevie, Ph.D.,
President
The Episcopal Refugee Network
I was extremely fortunate to find out about Phyllis. She is a talented, skilled, organized, articulate and cooperative graphic/web designer. She has been extremely responsive and has a great eye for what makes the site look and work great.
- Michael S. Denison,
Ph.D. Professor, UC Davis
I cannot begin to thank you enough for getting us started and then mothering us through the process. I am always thrilled when I go to the website - it is unique and really speaks to the enthusiasm that you share with us.
- Elaine McLevie, Ph.D.
Phyllis Atha has designed a web site and four books for me. I think the two things I have been most appreciative of are her artistic abilities, and the way she seems to have an almost intuitive understanding of what I am after. Her work is beautiful and she is a delight to work with.
– Dr. Lawrence Hart, OPA
Archive
The Archive includes favorites from my old web site, mostly flash presentations of animated illustrations and photo documentaries. It also includes work from my graphic design classes.