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A Visual Craftsman

{ Denver, CO + Charleston, SC & travel globally for projects }
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We Craft Stellar Visions and Visuals for Your

BUSINESS

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The concept of a visual craftsman was developed by the idea of encompassing our multitude of skills we offer into one. The visual side is where we develop the concepts and visuals for your brand. The craftsman side is where we actually build what we design for our clients. Attention to detail is our number one priority. We handle the process from start to finish. This allows us to do what we do best and for you to continue running your business at its best.

What
We Do

Brand Building, Graphic Design, Murals, Hand Painted Signage, Packaging Design, Creative Business Solutions, Wayfinding Signage — one set of hands from first sketch to final clear coat. Different services, same promise: quality, dedication, and durability.
Brand Building
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Logos & Marks

Full Identity Systems

Built To Grow With You

Brand Building

Graphic Design
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Print, Digital & In Between

Layouts, Labels & Lockups

Design That Pulls Its Weight

Graphic Design

Murals
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Interior & Exterior

Statement Walls

Landmarks, Not Ads

Murals

Hand-Painted Signage
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Lettering With a Pulse

Painted Proper

Built to Last

Hand-Painted Signage

Packaging Design
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Boxes, Bottles & Bags

Shelf Presence That Shouts

Made to Be Picked Up

Packaging Design

Creative Business Solutions
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Consulting & Creative Direction

From Concept to Launch

Strategy With Paint on Its Hands

Creative Business Solutions

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Interior & Exterior

Community Landmarks

Wall Murals

Murals
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Lettering With a Pulse

Painted the Old Way

Signage

Signage
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23-Karat Glass Gilding

Storefronts That Mean Business

Gold Leaf

Gold leaf
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Logos & Marks

Built From the Brush Up

Brand Identity

Brand identity
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Trucks & Ramps

If It Holds Paint, We'll Brand It

Large Format

Large format
Wayfinding Signage · Interior & Exterior Signage · Hand Painted Signage · Lettering · Illustration · Art Direction · Visual Identity · Logo Design · Packaging Design · Graphic Design · Mural Painting · Animation · Live Artwork · Photography · Print Design · Apparel Design · Installation Art · Sculptures · Custom Art · Creative Consulting

Selected Work

{ no strangers to working BIG — grab the wall and drag }
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Hello,
New Friend.

SEVEN is the studio of Connor Lock — a visual craftsman splitting time between Denver and Charleston, painting and building for brands everywhere in between. One set of hands from first sketch to final clear coat: no handoffs, no watering down, no shortcuts.

The work is made to be touched, weathered, and photographed — signs that outlast trends and murals that become landmarks. Ditch the traditional ways of advertising and invest in something that speaks to people for years.

How It Works

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Holler

Send a project inquiry. We lock in a timeline and budget. Let's get to work.
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DISCOVER

We research your project needs and develop a strategy to execute to the highest level. We build a vision board to make sure that we are on track with the stylistic direction
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Craft

Pencils and brushes are brought out, and we craft your visuals based on the approved stylistic direction to be presented to you.
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PRODUCE

Once final visuals have been approved, we will then begin the process of exporting and producing your custom visuals to come to life in this world.
{ good company we keep }

Kind Words

Ball Management
Cooper River Cycles
Freehouse Brewery
Gale Restaurant
Kwei Fei
Person People
Recovery Room Tavern
Trim Pottery
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Considering the amount of work that I have commissioned in this space over the years, my experience with Connor from SEVEN has been a standout. His work is of the highest quality and I look forward to partnering on future projects.
Brad
Ball
Owner
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Ball Management
I was looking for a new design and logo for my business and began searching for local designer to take on the project. SEVEN popped up on a few different social media platforms and I decided to take a deeper look into the website and their previous work. I had a certain design I was after and wanted to work directly with the artist and SEVEN ended up being the perfect fit. Connor from SEVEN and I met and went over the general concept of the project and discussed how things would progress. Connor started the work and kept me up to date as things progressed. I have learned that I am a horrible customer and have some OCD, which makes me think I was a nightmare for Connor, but I was never made to feel like my input was unwanted or a burden… and he still emails me back! The final product was exactly what I wanted. I will be using SEVEN for all my future projects and would highly recommend you check them out if you are looking for a company that takes pride in what they do and delivers quality work.
Gage
Cooper
Founder/Owner
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Cooper River Cycles
The proof with SEVEN is in the design work. It speaks for itself. Better yet, working with SEVEN is always a joy. Connor from SEVEN, has gone above and beyond expectations with each of the several projects completed for Freehouse, and sees his work through until every aspect is perfect. SEVEN simply does an amazing job, bringing creativity, precision and outstanding customer service together. A rare gem.
Arthur
Lucas
Founder
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Freehouse Brewery
After working several years in the restaurant industry, I am building my passion project restaurant named after my incredible mother Gale because she embodies hospitality and comfort, so keeping a cohesive theme and story to the project design was extremely important. Connor took the time to understand the concept on a personal and historical level, using old family photos and history to draw ideas from. He never had a canned response. All the time I spent with Connor, he drew from my personal needs and inspirations to make a brand design that properly encompassed my vision. Even when Gale herself had qualms with the final text format on one of the designs months after the fact, Connor updated the design while on a layover in Sweden, and had finalized changes to her in less than an hour. This is an artist dedicated to your needs and vision. I personally have zero visual artistic ability, so I only had vague descriptions and ideas for Connor to draw from, and he somehow made my vision a cohesive reality, kept my opinion relevant during every step of the process, and I can't put a price on his ability to properly represent my passion.
Brett
Chizinski
Chef Owner
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Gale Restaurant
I was introduced to Connor back in 2015 when I needed some hand painted signage for a project I was working on at the time. The work was so good, Seven went on to do several other projects for us. In 2018, Tina and I needed an entire brand deck developed when we moved Kwei Fei into our new home, and of course, Connor was the first call we made. He absolutely nailed what we wanted our brand to be. He handled logo design, color choices, did more brilliant hand painted signage and even a limited edition artwork T-shirt for us. He even developed our "Loud Hot Vibes" tagline. Connor really listened and understood who we were and what we wanted during the planning phase, and we had final approval done at our first meeting. We can't recommend Seven, and Connor Lock enough.
David
Schuttenberg
Head Chef/Owner
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Kwei Fei
The final product of SEVEN's work for Person People is a brand identity that receives continuous compliments from those who discover our company. More often than not, upon handing someone a business card, the person will immediately compliment the quality of the card and thoughtfulness of the design. These experiences have reaffirmed that SEVEN can not only create meaningful branding, but has the expertise to implement this branding throughout all necessary mediums to make the greatest impact to all who encounter it. My biggest takeaway from working with SEVEN, however, is the thoughtfulness they put into the discovery process. The desire to truly understand who Person People would come to be prompted a process of deep diving that not only dictated SEVEN's creative process, but provided a road map for my own self-discovery, resulting in a stronger and more confident company launch. SEVEN served not only as a vendor providing a service, but as a partner, equally invested in creating a real personality for Person People.
Dorian
Warneck
Founder/Director
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Person People
Starting a new business can be stressful and at times you ask yourself are we doing the right thing. In steps Connor from SEVEN who not only is an incredible artist, he is a calming genuine presence in the room. His work was not only what we wanted he took it to the next level. With his vision, the murals added a cohesive theme to our space that helps set us apart from our competition. I would strongly recommend any business to work with SEVEN you will not be disappointed. Even when my own staff accidentally damaged his work he kept a cool head, fixed the problem and no one even noticed.
Chris
DiMattia
Owner
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Recovery Room Tavern
SEVEN is a word/number that should be synonymous with professionalism and visionary foresight. Before getting on board with SEVEN, I was running a very unpolished and unproffesional business. After my first meeting I knew I was in good hands. SEVEN seemed to understand me and my brand better than I did, and had a clear cut conception for what the business could and would be. Whether it was the eye catching color palate, jaw dropping designs, or clever word play; SEVEN brought nothing but the best to the table, creating a brand that was uniquely me. I never thought I would have a legitatment proffesional business, SEVEN believed in me and gave me the propper tools to become successful. If you want a graphic designer and brand developer as well as a friend, a mentor, and the best hypeman in the business contact SEVEN. I can directly attribute to any success I accrue in the future to the hardwork and dedication that SEVEN put forth.
Colin
Peterson
Founder/Potter
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Trim Pottery
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Fresh Paint

Fresh work, process shots, and one-off pieces straight from the studio — new paint most weeks.
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Got a Wall?
Got a Brand?
Wanna talk collaborations, freelance, sponsorships, or a project inquiry — give SEVEN a holler.
Denver, CO + Everywhere In Between + Charleston, SC