Taking business to new heights

PERKINS TWP. — The sky is not the limit for one local business owner. Grant Puckrin, owner of 19th Designs, provides graphic design and drone services. He started the business during the summer of 2020 and has since worked with clients throughout the United States. It's been a dream come true, he said. For someone who enjoyed drawing, Puckrin was able to take that hobby and turn it into a career. He dabbled with Adobe Photoshop and became fascinated with art and technology alike. When the stay-at-home order was implemented during the COVID-19 pandemic, Puckrin used his extra free time to become a licensed drone operator. "Combining these two industries allows us to provide top-level work to many companies and individuals," Puckrin said. The design services consist of brand identity packages, web development and design, search engine optimization, merchandise design, book covers and more. Drone services include but are not limited to agriculture solutions, content creation, real estate, industrial mapping and inspections. When it comes to community presentations, school demonstrations or search and locate efforts, Puckrin said he's willing to donate his time. "Donating some of the services my company offers will enable me to give back to our community and help my hometown in ways that can make a positive impact," he said.