I first connected with Ashley Robertson, the Owner of Much Ado Austin, on Instagram through mutual friends I was creating content for. We bonded on Instagram Stories over our mutual love for animals. When she approached me about designing her new brand and website I was stoked (talk about the ideal client wonderland)! Ashley told me […]
Squarespace, WordPress, Weebly, Showit — I’ve tried them all and designed websites for clients on each one of those platforms. Each time Showit comes out head and shoulders above the rest. From user experience to capability, Showit is the best platform for creatives. Why Showit is the Best Platform for Creatives I’ve been using Showit […]
Many of us are business owners, parents, spouses, chefs, maids – the list goes on. When life gets busy and we have difficulty finding time in our day to shower, marketing for our business gets put on the backburner. There are many different ways you can automate your marketing. Today I am going to show […]
If you’re a fan of modern and authentic design then this brand reveal is one you don’t want to miss. Mel Christina is a photographer based in Austin, Texas who is inspired by unscripted beauty. Mel reached out to after discovering my work on Instagram and she’s been an absolute delight to collaborate with. Modern […]
Just like any craft you are continually refining your process. In my earlier design years, I would offer my clients multiple logo concepts before building the entire brand from patterns, elements, sub marks — the list goes on. However, I quit doing that almost two years ago. Now I only present my client with one […]
Angie McPherson is a wedding and personal branding photographer based in Virginia. Before she started Angie McPherson Photography she waa s marketing manager at a concert venue. She was working in the marketing department spending hundreds of thousands of other people’s dollars to put butts in seats, as they say. Behind the Brand and Plan […]
Crystalyn Aucoin is a jewelry designer from New Orleans. Crystalyn Aucoin Jewelry launched October of 2018, and basically what they do is design minimalistic jewelry that’s to be worn every day, but it’s fine jewelry, so it’s sterling silver and 14CT gold. About Crystalyn Aucoin Jewelry They have a pretty big mission behind the brand, […]
Today’s episode is going to be a little bit different because I’m getting personal with you. I’m going to talk about something that my husband said to me that sparked change within my business and how I’m now working less, but still getting more accomplished, how stepping away from your business can actually be a […]
Have you searched for a graphic designer, noticed a wide range in pricing and wondered why? Did you feel like some designers were trying to get more money out of you? If you haven’t had much experience working with or knowledge of graphic design then it may seem that way. Especially when you can find […]
New year, new website. Or maybe just a better site. Today, we’re going over five must-dos for your website in 2019 that will help you climb the Google rankings a little higher, get more visitors and potentially more leads coming straight to your inbox. Maybe one of your goals in the new year is to […]
A website is important to every single business, but what’s the point of a website if it’s not converting a website visitor into a paying customer? We’re tackling three main reasons why your potential clients maybe aren’t turning into actual clients after visiting your website. Find out what those reasons are and how to fix […]
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I am an award-winning website designer, brand strategist, and community leader. I help take our clients' visual brands to the next level. I am passionate about design and believe pairing a beautiful brand aesthetic with an intentional website strategy is the cornerstone for success, booking clients effortlessly, and creating a delightful online experience.
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