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Ann Gardner

Ann Gardner. Based in Irving, TX, US.

  • 204 awards won
  • 2012 comments made
  • 237042 votes cast

Awards

  • winner 40
  • 1st place winner 4
  • editor pick 160

About Ann Gardner

Being raised by creative parents who, among other things, made their own Christmas cards at the kitchen table, I learned how much fun it was to make things with my hands. I grew up with paints, crayons, and colored pencils. Later in life I turned all that creativity towards graphic design for both print and digital products. My design style is ever evolving but often reflects my love of working with color and textures.

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Kim Dietrich Elam on Nov 11 2021
Kim Dietrich Elam
  • Minted Feb 10, 2011

Congratulations on reaching 200 awards, Ann! Yay!!!

Shiv Creativity on Jun 29 2020
Shiv Creativity
  • Minted Apr 16, 2018

Hi Anne , thank you for like on my Christmas card Challenge Submissions . Much appreciated . I wish you all the best with all the challenges.regards Vijayeta

Shannon Kohn on Jun 26 2020
Shannon Kohn
  • Minted Jan 19, 2019

Thanks so much for your like on my "HoliYAY Hooray" card challenge entry, Ann! I hope you have an AMAZING day! :-)

Creative Gallery on May 26 2020
Creative Gallery
  • Minted Nov 5, 2019

Hi Anne, many thanks for your wonderful support and lots of luck in the challenge.

Benita Crandall on May 23 2020
Benita Crandall
  • Minted Jan 7, 2016

Ann, thank you for the likes! Love your impeccable typography and unique designs. So inspiring to see!

FRANI on Feb 09 2020
FRANI
  • Minted Aug 21, 2019

Hello Ann, thank you so much for your like for "hearty congratulations". Your support is very much appreciated :-) All the best to you in the challenges with your beautiful entries. Greetings - Nicole

FRANI on Dec 11 2019
FRANI
  • Minted Aug 21, 2019

Good morning Ann, thank you so much for your like for my submission „Always and Forever Frame“. I appreciate it :) You have beautiful designs here on Minted! Best wishes and greetings from Nicole

Deborah Chou on Aug 08 2019
Deborah Chou
  • Minted Dec 23, 2015

Hi Ann, I am just receiving these 'like' emails! Thank you and best wishes! - Deborah

mischief monday on Jul 30 2019
mischief monday
  • Minted Jun 1, 2019

Hi Ann! Thanks so much for the support! So appreciated! Your moody blues is lovely! Best wishes.

Starry Lane Studio on Jun 15 2019
Starry Lane Studio
  • Minted Dec 28, 2018

Hi Ann. Thanks for the like on Winter Forest. Your work is just stunning. Best!

Deborah Chou on Jun 14 2019
Deborah Chou
  • Minted Dec 23, 2015

Hi Ann, thank you for the like. I appreciate the support! - Deborah

Jair on Jun 14 2019
Jair
  • Minted Jun 24, 2015

Hi Ann, thank you so much for your like and support. I really appreciate it. :)

Mansi Verma on Jun 13 2019
Mansi Verma
  • Minted Feb 10, 2012

Dear Ann, Thanks so much for your Likes on my work. Truly appreciate the support. You have such beautiful work yourself. Best of luck in the challenges. Thanks.

Nicole Elise Art on Jun 12 2019
Nicole Elise Art
  • Minted Mar 22, 2013

Thank you so much for the like Ann!

lulablu on May 29 2019
lulablu
  • Minted Jun 12, 2013

thanks so much for your like, it really means a lot! your work is amazing!

Deborah Chou on May 12 2019
Deborah Chou
  • Minted Dec 23, 2015

Ann, not Anne ;-)

Deborah Chou on May 12 2019
Deborah Chou
  • Minted Dec 23, 2015

Hi Anne, thanks so much for your like! Best wishes to you in the challenges.

Anna Joseph on May 10 2019
Anna Joseph
  • Minted Mar 8, 2019

Thank you for liking my designs, Ann :) appreciate the support! Love your designs :)

Manuela BK on Apr 10 2019
Manuela BK
  • Minted Nov 24, 2017

Hi Ann, thanks so much for your like for "Lily". I love your clean modern style. Best to you in the challenges!

frau brandt on Jun 12 2018
frau brandt
  • Minted Sep 19, 2015

Thank you Ann, for the like on "Glorious Heavens". Love your entries.

Benita Crandall on May 16 2018
Benita Crandall
  • Minted Jan 7, 2016

Thank you so much Ann for the like of '"Poinsettias in Red".'! I feel so flattered! Your designs are always inspiring!

frau brandt on Feb 10 2018
frau brandt
  • Minted Sep 19, 2015

Ann, thank you for the like on "Vintage Florals". I really appreciate it.

Aspa Gika on Feb 10 2018
Aspa Gika
  • Minted Mar 16, 2015

Hi Ann, thanks so much for the like on my "Happy Forest"! Best of luck with the challenges!

frau brandt on Feb 10 2018
frau brandt
  • Minted Sep 19, 2015

Thanks again, Ann. Your entries are wonderful.Amazing how you did it in such a short time!

frau brandt on Feb 08 2018
frau brandt
  • Minted Sep 19, 2015

Thank you, Ann for the like on "Floral Love". Really appreciate it!

merry mack creative on Feb 04 2018
merry mack creative
  • Minted May 27, 2014

Thank you for the likes, Ann! Love all your entries. Best of luck!

Benita Crandall on Sep 28 2017
Benita Crandall
  • Minted Jan 7, 2016

Thank you so much Anne for the like of my design Fresh Love"! Your designs are such an inspiration, always LOVE seeing your new designs. :-)

Shannon on Jun 09 2017
Shannon
  • Minted May 20, 2013

Hey there Ann – glad you liked my "image of joy" submission :) I tried a version of it last year, but I think there was just too much going on (hopefully not the case this year - ha ha). You have such a great variety of submissions/styles!

Janelle Wourms on Jun 06 2017
Janelle Wourms
  • Minted Sep 8, 2015

thanks for the "like" on oh holy night - I SO admire your work.

Rebecca Humphreys on May 13 2017
Rebecca Humphreys
  • Minted Feb 7, 2015

Thanks for your comment on 'Glitter & Joy' I have done what you suggested and agree it now looks better. Thank You

Kristin Sosa on May 01 2017
Kristin Sosa
  • Minted Mar 3, 2014

Ann, glad you like the design. Thanks for the great copy to use!

2aT on Apr 30 2017
2aT
  • Minted Apr 6, 2017

I love your "slice of cake" card, Ann! If you're looking for Copy to create for, pleae check out my writings at Lizzy Walker, "2aT." :) Happy creating!

Igor on Apr 30 2017
Igor
  • Minted Jan 10, 2015

Thank you for the like, Ann! And best of luck in the challenges! :)

Corinne Aelbers on Apr 26 2017
Corinne Aelbers
  • Minted Jan 1, 2016

Ann, Combined your cute curiosity text with my puppy sketch for the greeting card challenge. Thought you might like to check it out here https://www.minted.com/design-rating/780771 - Corinne

Jennifer Heeren on Mar 03 2017
Jennifer Heeren
  • Minted Mar 3, 2011

Hi Ann! Thank You for the like on my seahorse baby shower invite! :) I'm loving your little clouds in your Forecast design...Best of Luck!

Faith Dorn on Feb 06 2017
Faith Dorn
  • Minted Jan 19, 2014

Thank you so much for the like, Ann...so appreciative to have the support. I love your simple design style..all the best!

AlisonJerry on Jul 08 2016
AlisonJerry
  • Minted Jun 1, 2014

Hello there! Thanks for all the likes on my new work. So appreciated! All the best to you.

Deborah Chou on Jul 08 2016
Deborah Chou
  • Minted Dec 23, 2015

Ann, thank you for the like. Best of luck in the challenges!

Jackie Crawford on Jun 18 2016
Jackie Crawford
  • Minted Nov 10, 2011

HI Ann, thank you for taking the time to comment on my Welcome Baby New Year entry! I sincerely appreciate your thoughtful feedback. All of your designs are fantastic-- especially your New Digs entry! Best of luck in the challenge!

Jan Shepherd on Jun 13 2016
Jan Shepherd
  • Minted Jul 5, 2014

Thanks Ann, I got rid of 'be happy' and I'm a lot happier for it! I come up with these ideas but really I should concentrate on good typography - you are an expert :)

Ana Sharpe on Jun 11 2016
Ana Sharpe
  • Minted Sep 26, 2013

Thank you so much for your sweet notes on my designs, Ann! You truly made my day... I'm such a big admirer of your work! All the best! :)

Tracy Ann on Jun 03 2016
Tracy Ann
  • Minted Apr 12, 2015

Ann, you are so crazy talented. what coolness!

Tracy Ann on Jun 03 2016
Tracy Ann
  • Minted Apr 12, 2015

Thank you, Ann. Your designs are truly delightful! Especially charmed by Santa's workshop wrap. All the best!

Neeta Sawhney on May 08 2016
Neeta Sawhney
  • Minted Dec 4, 2011

thanks for the like Ann. All the best in all the challenge. Love your art as and how it transcends in all different ways. Very nicely done.

Pooja Thacker on Apr 25 2016
Pooja Thacker
  • Minted Jul 5, 2015

Thanks for your feedback on my design :) Good luck!

Marta Berk on Apr 06 2016
Marta Berk
  • Minted Oct 3, 2013

Thanks for liking my entry. Much appreciated :)

Susan Moyal on Apr 05 2016
Susan Moyal
  • Minted Jan 18, 2014

Hi Ann thank you very much for the like!! You just made my day ...I love your work:)

Salina Mack on Aug 18 2015
Salina Mack
  • Minted Oct 13, 2014

Hello Ann, I had much fun designing "NYC Pretzel Vendor" for the stationery challenge and appreciate that you LIKE it too! Thank you so much:)

Susan Brown on Aug 16 2015
Susan Brown
  • Minted May 18, 2011

Hi Ann, I love your new photo and the colors in it too!

silverscreen studio on Jun 18 2015
silverscreen studio
  • Minted Feb 24, 2014

Hi Ann, great to hear from u--- Thanks so much for the positive reinforcement, means much. BTW, All of your holiday entries are absolute winners!

Lea Delaveris on May 27 2015
Lea Delaveris
  • Minted Jun 17, 2010

Hi Ann! Thanks for weighing in on my Simple Gifts poll! Much appreciated - and I think I've settled on a color and saying :) (for now at least).

Celia Maria on May 11 2015
Celia Maria
  • Minted May 30, 2014

Thank you for taking the time to like my photo, I appreciate it.

silverscreen studio on Mar 23 2015
silverscreen studio
  • Minted Feb 24, 2014

Thanks for liking vintage banner, Ann--- hope you saw the final version in my comments! Best of luck ---I'm a big fan of your designs!

Kelsey Cashman on Mar 11 2015
Kelsey Cashman
  • Minted Nov 11, 2014

Thanks so much for the like Ann! Huge fan of your work, you are one crazy talented lady!! :)

Chris Griffith on Feb 15 2015
Chris Griffith
  • Minted Aug 27, 2011

Ann thanks for the curve suggestion. I think it looks good that way.

Nell Waters Bernegger on Feb 11 2015
Nell Waters Bernegger
  • Minted Dec 2, 2011

Hi Ann- Thank you so much for the like on my gold.7 painting. It means a lot coming from such a talented, seasoned pro as yourself! Best wishes for continued success!!

Hello Sophie Design Lab on Feb 09 2015
Hello Sophie Design Lab
  • Minted Nov 17, 2014

Hi Ann! Thank you for liking my art print. It's such a great encouragement. All the best to you and Godbless :)

Kelsey Cashman on Dec 15 2014
Kelsey Cashman
  • Minted Nov 11, 2014

Thanks for the like Ann! Your work is really inspiring, love it! Best of luck in the challenges :)

Sarah Curry on Nov 01 2014
Sarah Curry
  • Minted Oct 12, 2011

Thanks so much Ann, and big congrats to you! :)

Karidy Walker on Oct 27 2014
Karidy Walker
  • Minted Apr 14, 2013

Ann, thanks so much for leaving the message of congrats for me regarding CMYK! And congrats to you as well for making magenta!!! :)

Kelly Nasuta on Oct 27 2014
Kelly Nasuta
  • Minted Nov 24, 2009

Thanks, Ann! Congrats to you too on CMYK! Woo hoo! ;)

Shari Margolin on Oct 23 2014
Shari Margolin
  • Minted Nov 28, 2010

Thans Ann! Loads of congrats on Magenta!!

Marta Berk on Oct 23 2014
Marta Berk
  • Minted Oct 3, 2013

Congrats Ann on reaching magenta in CMYK. Yay!!!

Oma N. Ramkhelawan on Oct 23 2014
Oma N. Ramkhelawan
  • Minted Mar 26, 2011

Thanks Ann! And congrats to you on another major milestone (100 wins)!

Lulaloo on Oct 22 2014
Lulaloo
  • Minted Jun 1, 2012

Congratulations on the award!!! And cheers for many more, :)

chocomocacino on Oct 22 2014
chocomocacino
  • Minted Feb 23, 2010

Thank you.. congrats to you too! Love your work! They always very conceptual!!

Lori Wemple on Oct 22 2014
Lori Wemple
  • Minted Nov 19, 2011

You too Ann!!! Your work is always so wonderful, impeccable and fresh; Congratulations!!

Erica Krystek on Oct 22 2014
Erica Krystek
  • Minted Mar 14, 2013

Thanks so much, Ann! Congrats to you too on Magenta! 100 wins - amazing :)

Roxy Cervantes on Oct 22 2014
Roxy Cervantes
  • Minted Oct 28, 2010

Thanks Ann! You too :) So exciting!

Phrosné on Oct 22 2014
Phrosné
  • Minted Jul 11, 2012

thank you Ann! right back atcha! :)

Nam Bourassa on Oct 22 2014
Nam Bourassa
  • Minted Dec 9, 2008

Hi Ann, Thank you for the kind words! It's been a long journey and well worth the effort. I love your work as well and your mason jar digital invitation design is my favourite and a winner ~ Nam

Nazia Hyder on Oct 21 2014
Nazia Hyder
  • Minted May 8, 2012

Congrats Ann on your big CMYK accomplishment,wishing all the very best :)

Nazia Hyder on Sep 26 2014
Nazia Hyder
  • Minted May 8, 2012

Thankyou Ann for your feedback on my design entries. I feel my typography skills are weak & you always seem to help me around it,really appreciate that & truly means a lot to me :) Thanks again!

Carrie ONeal on Sep 11 2014
Carrie ONeal
  • Minted Jan 17, 2010

Thanks for your kind congrats Ann! As you know, hitting that 100 mark comes with a lot of hard work!! Huge congrats to you as well!! :)

Lehan Veenker on Sep 10 2014
Lehan Veenker
  • Minted Sep 20, 2010

Thanks so much for the nice note, Ann! And congrats to you as well on your 100+ wins! Definitely well deserved! :)

Stacey Meacham on Sep 10 2014
Stacey Meacham
  • Minted Sep 3, 2011

Thank you so much Ann. You are too kind. Congrats to you as well. Such a huge milestone. Well deserved!

Erin Deegan on Sep 10 2014
Erin Deegan
  • Minted Nov 29, 2010

Thanks Ann!! AND congratulations to you too!!!

Kristie Kern on Sep 10 2014
Kristie Kern
  • Minted Sep 15, 2011

Thank you, Ann! And the same right back to you! I always love your work!

GeekInk Design on Sep 10 2014
GeekInk Design
  • Minted Mar 21, 2011

Thanks Ann! And congrats right back at ya! Now lets get 200! ;)

Laura Hankins on Aug 12 2014
Laura Hankins
  • Minted Aug 13, 2008

Thanks so much for the feedback on my stationery entries, Ann! I went back and changed up the line spacing on the Eyelet design, I really appreciate the tip :)

Lori Wemple on Jul 28 2014
Lori Wemple
  • Minted Nov 19, 2011

Thank you Ann, I am seriously in shock! :)

Erin Niehenke on May 31 2014
Erin Niehenke
  • Minted Oct 30, 2012

Oh gosh, I think I figured out what you meant, sorry! You meant vertical space... not horizontal, right?

Erin Niehenke on May 31 2014
Erin Niehenke
  • Minted Oct 30, 2012

Hi Ann! I really appreciate your comment on my deer card, but I have a question for you. I am wondering about the leading - the top font is thirsty soft, and since the letters all connect, wouldn't it look strange to spread it out? Maybe I'm misunderstanding? I'm really new to design so I don't always have my terms right. Thanks so much for your help!

Anna Elder on May 23 2014
Anna Elder
  • Minted Sep 29, 2011

Thanks for your comment on my Confetti Cheer design. I went with my gut and cleaned it up. :) I appreciate the valuable feedback!

Kerry Doyle on May 19 2014
Kerry Doyle
  • Minted Jun 28, 2008

Eesh! I just now saw your Seasonal Screenprint design... I did a somewhat similar design later in the challenge so I'm sorry about that! Hopefully it's different enough...

Michelle Poe on May 09 2014
Michelle Poe
  • Minted Jan 6, 2009

Hi Ann! Thank you so much for all your comments, you've always been great with that. I've noticed a couple of times you've written to keep other versions in my comments section. Just wondering, do you think that helps when people are voting? Or is that a critiquing tool? Thanks :-)

Leslie Ann Jones on May 08 2014
Leslie Ann Jones
  • Minted Jun 9, 2010

Thanks for taking the time to answer all my polls ;) I appreciate your opinion, and value your feedback. It means a lot to me!

Neeta Sawhney on May 07 2014
Neeta Sawhney
  • Minted Dec 4, 2011

thanks for the like working on another cards design so as you said bring it on.

Neeta Sawhney on May 05 2014
Neeta Sawhney
  • Minted Dec 4, 2011

thanks so much Ann the design are so fun. This year seem to be more minimalistic.

Jessica Williams on May 03 2014
Jessica Williams
  • Minted Mar 20, 2012

Thank you Ann for always leaving such thoughtful and helpful feedback! On my Evergreen Sprigs design, do you think it even needs red at all? I'm just probably needing to step away for a while :)

Nazia Hyder on Mar 05 2014
Nazia Hyder
  • Minted May 8, 2012

Thanks Ann for your prompt feedback :)

Chris Griffith on Feb 09 2014
Chris Griffith
  • Minted Aug 27, 2011

Thanks Ann! i took your advice. Let me know if you have a chance if this is better. http://www.minted.com/design-rating/147071

Nazia Hyder on Jan 24 2014
Nazia Hyder
  • Minted May 8, 2012

Thankyou Ann for your critique on my Tea invite. I did make the changes as you recommended, please have a look at it if you have the time. I'm still contemplating on the colors though...Thanks so much for your feedback once again:)

Neeta Sawhney on Oct 28 2013
Neeta Sawhney
  • Minted Dec 4, 2011

Thanks for your help and please do not ever hesitate to give me a good critique on my submissions thanks

Neeta Sawhney on Oct 28 2013
Neeta Sawhney
  • Minted Dec 4, 2011

Ann How do you thank someone when you can not find a profile. Lunegrafix is the name. thanks

Yvette Slaney on Oct 13 2013
Yvette Slaney
  • Minted May 23, 2011

Thank you for your comment on my Sparkle Away card! I really appreciate your feedback and made the changes you recommended :)

Jennifer Thomke on Oct 13 2013
Jennifer Thomke
  • Minted Sep 1, 2010

Thank you so much for you critique on my Celebrate the Peanut Birth Announcement, Ann. I made some changes and hoped, if you had time, you'd take another peek. Thanks so much!!! http://www.minted.com/design-rating/115705

Giselle Zimmerman on Aug 17 2013
Giselle Zimmerman
  • Minted Apr 3, 2010

Thank you so much for your feedback Ann! Did some changes and I really like how it turned out. You are fantastic!

Cindy Jost on Aug 16 2013
Cindy Jost
  • Minted Mar 29, 2013

Thank you for your feedback. I was stumped with the design and am glad someone commented..:)

lulablu on Aug 01 2013
lulablu
  • Minted Jun 12, 2013

thank you ann, we really appreciated your feedback on pic size! thanks.