Business Details
13 Years
experience
Vicious Circus - Graphic Design & Illustration
Vicious Circus is a creative studio specializing in graphic design, illustration, and lettering art. Founded by Greg Eckler, a professor of graphic design at Northern Virginia Community College, the studio combines decades of academic expertise with hands-on industry experience. Our work spans branding, typography, digital illustration, and interactive design, driven by a passion for visual storytelling and a commitment to pushing creative boundaries.With a background in teaching and a portfolio featured in numerous publications, we deliver solutions that merge artistic innovation with strategic communication. Our approach emphasizes collaboration, technical precision, and a deep understanding of design's role in connecting audiences with ideas.
Services
Graphic Design
Illustration
Lettering Art
Typography
Design Education
Details
- Year established: 2013
Highlights and features
- We offer 15+ years of experience in graphic design and design education
- Our team combines academic expertise with industry innovation
- We specialize in custom typography and lettering solutions
- Our work has been featured in major design publications
- We provide personalized design instruction and mentorship
Services
Graphic Design
Our graphic design services create impactful visual solutions for branding, print, and digital media. We specialize in developing cohesive identities, editorial layouts, and marketing materials that communicate your message effectively. With expertise in Adobe Creative Suite and modern design trends, we deliver professional results tailored to your business needs. Clients benefit from our academic background in design theory combined with real-world application.
Lettering Art
Custom lettering and typographic design services bring unique personality to your projects. We create hand-crafted letterforms for logos, packaging, and merchandise that stand out from standard fonts. Our approach combines traditional calligraphy principles with digital techniques to produce distinctive typographic solutions. This service is ideal for brands seeking memorable visual identities with custom text elements.
Design Education
Design education services include portfolio development, software training, and curriculum consultation. As a full-time professor at Northern Virginia Community College, we offer expert guidance for aspiring designers. Our teaching approach emphasizes practical skills and industry standards, preparing students for successful design careers. Clients also benefit from our extensive experience creating educational materials and course curricula.
Illustration
Custom illustration services for print and digital media using Adobe Illustrator and Procreate. We create conceptual artwork, character designs, and editorial illustrations that enhance visual storytelling. Our style blends traditional drawing techniques with modern digital tools to produce engaging visuals. Clients receive unique artwork tailored to their specific project requirements and brand identity.
Portfolio Development
Portfolio creation services help designers showcase their work effectively. We specialize in organizing and presenting design projects through print and digital formats. Our approach emphasizes clear visual hierarchy, professional presentation, and strategic content organization. This service benefits both emerging designers building their first portfolio and established professionals seeking to refine their presentation.
People
Greg Eckler
Owner & Lead Designer
Graphic designer, illustrator, and educator with 15+ years experience. Professor at Northern Virginia Community College since 2013. MFA from Savannah College of Art and Design. Featured in numerous design publications. Specializes in typography and lettering.
Questions
What graphic design services do you offer?
We provide branding, typography, editorial design, digital illustration, and portfolio development services using Adobe Creative Suite tools.
Do you teach design classes?
Yes, we offer design education services including portfolio development, software training, and curriculum consultation. Greg is a full-time professor at NOVA.
Can you create custom lettering for logos?
Yes, our specialty includes hand-crafted lettering and typographic design for logos, packaging, and brand identities.
What areas do you serve?
Based in Woodbridge, VA, we serve Washington, DC metro area clients and offer online services nationwide.
How can I view your portfolio?
Our portfolio showcases typography, illustration, and graphic design work. Visit our website to view samples of completed projects.
Do you offer design software training?
Yes, we provide training in Adobe Creative Suite applications including Illustrator, Photoshop, and InDesign for professionals and students.
