Small town kid, with big vision design & services.
Who is ovid nine?
Inspiring design. Enduring work. Fun required.
Ovid Nine is the design alias of David Downing. Since 2003, I've been developing creative solutions across every corner of design—brand identity, print, websites, and digital interfaces. Variety makes me happy. The goal is always the same: clean, attractive, and effective work that you—the client—are genuinely excited about.
Based in Salida, CO with clients nationwide, I value long-term relationships that let me know your business inside and out. Non-profit work for causes I believe in is a passion of mine, and I'm always open to exploring what we can create together within your budget.
Based in Salida, CO with clients nationwide, I value long-term relationships that let me know your business inside and out. Non-profit work for causes I believe in is a passion of mine, and I'm always open to exploring what we can create together within your budget.
Rooted in the mountains. Connected to the community.
Great design doesn't require a big city zip code. Working from Salida, CO—a small mountain town with a big creative community—keeps me grounded, inspired, and honestly, pretty happy. That energy flows directly into the work.
I'm not just a designer for hire—I'm someone who genuinely lives the lifestyle—I'm the customer!
I find creativity in two places: at my desk and out in the mountains. Skiing, mountain biking, and on the water—these aren't just hobbies, they're where I recharge and where a lot of my ideas can start. It also means that when I work with outdoor brands, I'm not just a designer for hire—I'm someone who genuinely lives the lifestyle—I'm the customer! That insider perspective shapes everything from the tone of an ad to the energy of a brand.
Community is just as important to me as the outdoors—and that community is whatever your business is a part of. Non-profits, local organizations, or businesses that provide a good or service—these matter. Great design speaks to the people it's meant for, and understanding your community is how you get there.
Clients
This list of good relationships keeps growning.
Years of Experience
Going strong since 2003.
Great ideas
Maybe not infinite, but it sounds good.
