About Me

Like pop-up ads and cat memes, there are a lot of handshake photos on the internet. I’m here to tell you that you can do a lot better. But what’s wrong with a handshake photo? There’s nothing intrinsically wrong with a handshake photo. But there’s not [...]

When you’re hiring a visual designer to build or redesign your website, keep these tips in mind to greatly increase your chances of picking a designer who’s just the right fit, who will create a site that’ll bring you closer to your business goals.

Websites with a “set it and forget it” mentality get left in the dust. To propel your business forward, your website needs some TLC to stay current and fresh. I’m here to help you embrace this opportunity. When we’re done with our design [...]

I’m thankful not only for having a job but for many of the satisfying facets of my job as a solopreneur visual designer. I’m sure the list could get longer quickly – but off the top of my head, here are five reasons I love owning a visual design studio.

Finding the right designer can feel like speed dating. While I do take the time to ensure you and your business get the attention you both deserve, I also ask a few key questions upfront so I can know if I’ll be able to make a real difference for your [...]

Before you get scared off by the term “search engine optimization” (SEO), let me reassure you that this blog post covers user-friendly SEO tactics that even non-techies can learn to love. My focus is on the “low-hanging” fruit that you can accomplish [...]

You’ve invested in new design and have come away with a logo you absolutely love. Congratulations! Now you need to be prepared to use it. Powerful, solid logos don’t just come one way. A good designer will make sure that you have it in multiple [...]

Not too long ago, if I went to a restaurant and my friendly waiter happened to ask what I did for a living, I’d answer simply, “I design and develop websites.” Often, I’d get a response along the lines of “Ooo! I draw comics on the side. Maybe you [...]

Are you doing your marketing wrong? Every once in awhile a book comes along that is so inspiring and spot-on that one imagines being surrounded by flowers opening, birds singing, and fireworks exploding across the sky. This month I want to share some [...]

My clients work in a variety of industries and come from a wide range of backgrounds, both personally and professionally. While they are experts in their respective industries, many don’t know an email server from a domain name. (That’s OK! I’m here to [...]