Foundation
(Studio) Sophie Graefenhain is the award-winning creative practice of Sophie Graefenhain, specializing in branding, art direction, web design, bespoke design, and fine art for a wide range of clients. With an interdisciplinary approach, the studio brings concept-driven visual identities to life through thoughtfully crafted printed and digital implementations. (Studio) Sophie Graefenhain works closely with a network of collaborators to tailor the right team for the needs of each project.
An interdisciplinary practice bridging art, design, and digital experiences.
PROFILE
Raised in the Chicagoland area, Sophie graduated magna cum laude from the University of Illinois Chicago School of Art & Design before following an atypical path that eventually led her to Colorado, where she continues her creative practice today, working both locally and remotely.
(Studio) Sophie Graefenhain is constantly tinkering, building, and bringing ideas to life across campaigns, brands, websites, packaging, experiential projects, and more.
The studio is deeply rooted in fine art, with oil painting, sketching, and printmaking continuously informing the broader design practice. This ongoing dialogue between strategy and craft shapes work that feels both intentional and expressive. Whether developing a refined brand system, building an immersive digital experience, or creating a one-of-a-kind artwork, (Studio) Sophie Graefenhain is committed to producing work that is purposeful, tactile, and enduring.
Recognition
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Campaign Design + Art Direction:
2025 - Smallfoot campaign, for Colorado Springs Utilities, won for integrated branding campaign.
2025 - Defy the Storm, for American Indian College Fund, won for social media real-time response.
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Campaign Design + Art Direction:
2025 - Colorado Springs Utilities - Smallfoot Campaign
2025 - American Indian College Fund - Defy the Storm Campaign
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Campaign Design + Art Direction:
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