[cointent_lockedcontent]/[cointent_lockedcontent]LIBERTY — The Friends of the Sarlin Community Library in Liberty recently hosted a talk presented by Emily Wright.

The Friends of the Sarlin Library executive board and teen board recently hosted a special event featuring Pickens County Courier graphic artist Emily Wright. Pictured are Lynn Baker, Richey Baker, Katie Dorr, Wright, Cassie Dorr, Tracy Morgan, Lisa Carpenter, Kasey Swords, Jean Thomas, Kathlyn Albertson, Mel Avery and Carole Andrews.

Wright is an award-winning graphic artist and the head of the graphics department of the Pickens County Courier. She was recently presented with 17 awards in the South Carolina Press Association’s annual advertising contest. Wright has been the recipient of 75 awards since 2007.

Wright gave a presentation of some of her work, both professional and private. She shared with the group the steps she takes in planning and implementing her ideas. She also talked about how she got into this particular art form. Her love of her art and her determination to make it a part of her professional career was inspiring. She found Greeneville Tech was the perfect school to help her learn her trade, enjoy using her art and be able to find work in her field. She was able to start work immediately after graduation. She continues to study in this fast-paced and ever-changing work.

Wright started her own company, The Wright Way Design. She has clients in the U.S. and abroad. Her work can be seen in the UK and Australia.

“Her program was well thought out and wonderfully presented,” Friends president Lisa Carpenter said. “We are all looking forward to watching Wright grow in her chosen field.”

“It was a delight to present her to the community,” vice president Tracy Morgan added. “We are excited about working with Emily. We hope to have her help in designing a logo for our Friends group. The Friends of the Library are excited to have a good turnout for this community event and look forward to having other speakers.”