about renee
Located in South Carolina, I’m an artist specializing in surface design for wallpaper and home goods. With over 20 years of experience and multiple awards, you may have seen some of my creative work featured in Martha Stewart Weddings, The Knot, and JOANN Fabrics. My goal is to create beautiful works of art, specifically tailored to the needs of each client.
Established in 2003, I started Smudge Design Co. as a freelance graphic design business. It has since grown into a full time career allowing me to fulfill the need to create and inspire. I named the business after my beloved pug "Smudge" (1996-2011) who spent many days lying by my side while I made very important design decisions.
Smudge artwork by Taleen Bedikian
After the passing of my pug Smudge, I decided to rescue Suki (2008-2023) and Biscuit from Pug Rescue of Korea. As my schedule allows, I volunteer by fostering pugs looking for forever homes.