• The site experience for @wildoakfilms is all about reminding people of the importance of memory keeping - about taking time to pause and sink into that feeling of comfort that we’re all seeking. When creating the site for Nick & Jenn, we wanted to focus big time on messaging (yes, the visuals matter, and we knew we were already there with the brand suite and their amazing work). They worked with Jess, @theferalwriter, to put their philosophy into clear, memorable content … the site flows perfectly, guiding potential clients from the home page, to learning more, to finally contacting Nick and Jenn for booking details - the result is a really strong connection with the brand.⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ And yes, it looks damn good. ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ [Image Description: 4 ipad mockups resting on a light gray background. iPads each feature a page of the @wildoakfilms site.]
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    The site experience for @wildoakfilms is all about reminding people of the importance of memory keeping - about taking time to pause and sink into that feeling of comfort that we’re all seeking. When creating the site for Nick & Jenn, we wanted to focus big time on messaging (yes, the visuals matter, and we knew we were already there with the brand suite and their amazing work). They worked with Jess, @theferalwriter, to put their philosophy into clear, memorable content … the site flows perfectly, guiding potential clients from the home page, to learning more, to finally contacting Nick and Jenn for booking details - the result is a really strong connection with the brand.⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ And yes, it looks damn good. ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ [Image Description: 4 ipad mockups resting on a light gray background. iPads each feature a page of the @wildoakfilms site.]
  • Working on the logo suite for @wildoakfilms was a fun challenge. They came to our project with an established script logo they really liked - it worked for them! Instead of a fresh start, we worked together on a logo modification. I updated their script logo a bit to make it more balanced, then focused the rest of my energy on creating alternate logos and elements they could use throughout their client experience. ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ With a logo modification, I still work through my process of gathering inspiration, diving deep into the values of the brand, and building ideas that support my client’s mission. The result here is a comprehensive visual suite that speaks to the Wild Oak Films experience. It feels professional and approachable and strikes a great balance between classic and modern. The new color scheme and font system work to carry the message of “quality comfort” … For their primary logo, for their alternates, for branded statements, this intentional approach gave clarity, guidance, and consistency to the entire visual brand. Click through to see their absolutely perfect branded statement. 😍 I’m not kidding when I say my clients are brilliant!! ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ [Image Description: Circular logo embossed on a specked, kraft background. The outer circle of the logo says “Wild Oak Films” on the top and bottom. The inner circle of the logo says “storytelling • quality • nature • music”. Centered in the middle of the logo is a wood textured shield/acorn icon.]
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    Working on the logo suite for @wildoakfilms was a fun challenge. They came to our project with an established script logo they really liked - it worked for them! Instead of a fresh start, we worked together on a logo modification. I updated their script logo a bit to make it more balanced, then focused the rest of my energy on creating alternate logos and elements they could use throughout their client experience. ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ With a logo modification, I still work through my process of gathering inspiration, diving deep into the values of the brand, and building ideas that support my client’s mission. The result here is a comprehensive visual suite that speaks to the Wild Oak Films experience. It feels professional and approachable and strikes a great balance between classic and modern. The new color scheme and font system work to carry the message of “quality comfort” … For their primary logo, for their alternates, for branded statements, this intentional approach gave clarity, guidance, and consistency to the entire visual brand. Click through to see their absolutely perfect branded statement. 😍 I’m not kidding when I say my clients are brilliant!! ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ [Image Description: Circular logo embossed on a specked, kraft background. The outer circle of the logo says “Wild Oak Films” on the top and bottom. The inner circle of the logo says “storytelling • quality • nature • music”. Centered in the middle of the logo is a wood textured shield/acorn icon.]
  • New Work: the brand identity suite, paper goods, and custom website for @wildoakfilms. Over the next few weeks, I’ll be diving into this project, sharing the magic we created together. Working with Nick & Jenn (and we got to partner with @theferalwriter for copywriting) was a dreammmm. Now, more than ever, wedding films are a vital piece of each couple’s story - often, it’s the only way friends and family get to experience the exchange of vows. Wild Oak Films believes you deserve to remember your moments for years to come. This is storytelling with a spirit of connection. These stories matter. ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ This suite is organic, approachable, and acts as a beacon of connection. I cannot wait to share it with you. Until my next post, please be sure to connect with @wildoakfilms. Nick & Jenn are brilliantly kind people with a lot to share. Andddd, if you’re in the film or photography space, Nick has a podcast (with another client of mine). Check out @howtofilmweddings!! ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ [Image Description: Two stacks of cream-colored envelopes sit on dark wood planks. The envelope flap in the foreground is adorned with a rubber stamp that reads “Your Story Matters”.]
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    New Work: the brand identity suite, paper goods, and custom website for @wildoakfilms. Over the next few weeks, I’ll be diving into this project, sharing the magic we created together. Working with Nick & Jenn (and we got to partner with @theferalwriter for copywriting) was a dreammmm. Now, more than ever, wedding films are a vital piece of each couple’s story - often, it’s the only way friends and family get to experience the exchange of vows. Wild Oak Films believes you deserve to remember your moments for years to come. This is storytelling with a spirit of connection. These stories matter. ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ This suite is organic, approachable, and acts as a beacon of connection. I cannot wait to share it with you. Until my next post, please be sure to connect with @wildoakfilms. Nick & Jenn are brilliantly kind people with a lot to share. Andddd, if you’re in the film or photography space, Nick has a podcast (with another client of mine). Check out @howtofilmweddings!! ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ [Image Description: Two stacks of cream-colored envelopes sit on dark wood planks. The envelope flap in the foreground is adorned with a rubber stamp that reads “Your Story Matters”.]
  • Friends! How are you doing this week?! We’re gearing up for a long weekend. I’m ready for some extra days of coziness (yes, our fireplace was just determined to be unsafe, so we will be burning tiny fire logs - it’ll be FINE). Here’s what I’ve been up to lately: ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ READING I can’t quite figure out how I feel about it, but ‘Anxious People: A Novel’ is keeping my interest for now. I love novels about the human experience, so if you have suggestions, I’m all ears! ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ LISTENING Spoiler alert: I really only listen to @myfavoritemurder. Honorable mention goes to the Over the Moon soundtrack my kids have been playing non-stop all week. ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ MAKING Always wanting to be the ‘best student’, I volunteered to make 27 crayon pouches for my daughter’s 1st-grade classroom. Have I gotten very far? No. But am I excited? Also no. They’ll be very cute when they’re done though, and you know I’ll show them here because: 27!! I’m also still working on that damn sweater. ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ WATCHING We have become completely obsessed with The Great Pottery Throwdown (HBO). Is there anything more soothing?! Well, maybe Somebody Feed Phil, which is back for a new season on Netflix. Good TV has been getting me through these last 8 months. ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ PLANNING We are looking forward to a quiet Thanksgiving at home. We moved across the country about 10 years ago, and since then, we’ve always done this day with just our little family at home. I’m feeling really inspired to see how people are choosing safe, creative, heartfelt ways to spend Thanksgiving this year. I hope you all stay healthy and find new joy in this year of weird. ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ What about you?! Put suggestions or celebrations in the comments!!⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ [Image Description: Ravyn Stadick is sitting with criss-cross legs, with the lower half of her body showing. She's holding a @marycarrollceramics mug, wearing a chambray shirt & dark indigo jeans.]
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    Friends! How are you doing this week?! We’re gearing up for a long weekend. I’m ready for some extra days of coziness (yes, our fireplace was just determined to be unsafe, so we will be burning tiny fire logs - it’ll be FINE). Here’s what I’ve been up to lately: ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ READING I can’t quite figure out how I feel about it, but ‘Anxious People: A Novel’ is keeping my interest for now. I love novels about the human experience, so if you have suggestions, I’m all ears! ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ LISTENING Spoiler alert: I really only listen to @myfavoritemurder. Honorable mention goes to the Over the Moon soundtrack my kids have been playing non-stop all week. ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ MAKING Always wanting to be the ‘best student’, I volunteered to make 27 crayon pouches for my daughter’s 1st-grade classroom. Have I gotten very far? No. But am I excited? Also no. They’ll be very cute when they’re done though, and you know I’ll show them here because: 27!! I’m also still working on that damn sweater. ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ WATCHING We have become completely obsessed with The Great Pottery Throwdown (HBO). Is there anything more soothing?! Well, maybe Somebody Feed Phil, which is back for a new season on Netflix. Good TV has been getting me through these last 8 months. ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ PLANNING We are looking forward to a quiet Thanksgiving at home. We moved across the country about 10 years ago, and since then, we’ve always done this day with just our little family at home. I’m feeling really inspired to see how people are choosing safe, creative, heartfelt ways to spend Thanksgiving this year. I hope you all stay healthy and find new joy in this year of weird. ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ What about you?! Put suggestions or celebrations in the comments!!⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ [Image Description: Ravyn Stadick is sitting with criss-cross legs, with the lower half of her body showing. She's holding a @marycarrollceramics mug, wearing a chambray shirt & dark indigo jeans.]
  • When gearing up to invest in your brand, it’s important to know: branding is so much more than a logo. When you work with my studio, here's what my process delivers: Clarity Before I do any design work, we talk. A lot. We dive into your brand, uncover your goals, issues, ideal client, and your mission. I offer guidance to help steer your efforts towards solid messaging that communicates effectively with your audience. Visuals Of course, it’s going to look damn good. By backing the visuals with your brand values, we’re sure to create an identity suite full of meaning and intention. Strategy I don’t just deliver logos and send you on your way. I’m an open book: Providing feedback and tips to help you implement your new branding suite throughout your entire brand experience. From social media guidance to collateral pieces to being a place to brainstorm: I’m here for your success. Content When designing a site (or brand guide or creative brief), it’s all about content. I help create a conversation with the goal of more bookings/purchases from the clients you most want to attract. Powerful content can be more impactful than a beautiful logo (most of the time, it’s the most important piece). Confidence When you love your brand, you want to show it off in every way. Knowing your visuals and content are professionally designed with strategy in mind, you’ll feel more connected to the business. Results When combining the elements above, your ideal clients will feel guided and excited about working with you: it’s about creating advocates out of the people interacting with your brand. Real results come from intentional branding, and that’s exactly what I deliver to my clients! I’m currently booking my 2021 calendar, and I would be absolutely thrilled to work with you! If you’re looking for strategic branding, let’s connect! Image description in comments.
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    When gearing up to invest in your brand, it’s important to know: branding is so much more than a logo. When you work with my studio, here's what my process delivers: Clarity Before I do any design work, we talk. A lot. We dive into your brand, uncover your goals, issues, ideal client, and your mission. I offer guidance to help steer your efforts towards solid messaging that communicates effectively with your audience. Visuals Of course, it’s going to look damn good. By backing the visuals with your brand values, we’re sure to create an identity suite full of meaning and intention. Strategy I don’t just deliver logos and send you on your way. I’m an open book: Providing feedback and tips to help you implement your new branding suite throughout your entire brand experience. From social media guidance to collateral pieces to being a place to brainstorm: I’m here for your success. Content When designing a site (or brand guide or creative brief), it’s all about content. I help create a conversation with the goal of more bookings/purchases from the clients you most want to attract. Powerful content can be more impactful than a beautiful logo (most of the time, it’s the most important piece). Confidence When you love your brand, you want to show it off in every way. Knowing your visuals and content are professionally designed with strategy in mind, you’ll feel more connected to the business. Results When combining the elements above, your ideal clients will feel guided and excited about working with you: it’s about creating advocates out of the people interacting with your brand. Real results come from intentional branding, and that’s exactly what I deliver to my clients! I’m currently booking my 2021 calendar, and I would be absolutely thrilled to work with you! If you’re looking for strategic branding, let’s connect! Image description in comments.
  • Coming soon! The branding + custom site for @hello.baby.pdx. It's a magical one. [Image Description: Adult hand with a baby’s hand resting on top. Baby is wearing a knitted yellow sweater. The Hello Baby logo is centered on top of the image in white (an arch of white rectangles is centered above a generously spaced sans serif font reading: “hello baby”).]
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    Coming soon! The branding + custom site for @hello.baby.pdx. It's a magical one. [Image Description: Adult hand with a baby’s hand resting on top. Baby is wearing a knitted yellow sweater. The Hello Baby logo is centered on top of the image in white (an arch of white rectangles is centered above a generously spaced sans serif font reading: “hello baby”).]
  • As I wrap my posts showcasing the @kiyahc brand launch, my heart is full of gratitude and joy. Saving this sweet little monogram for last was a good idea. It's the perfect punctuation for a super-fulfilling project. ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ Interested in elevating your brand experience in order to communicate more effectively with your ideal clients (and book them)? Let's chat!! [Image Description: cream-colored background with a modern ‘KC’ monogram centered on it. Above, in small text: ‘elevated wedding photography’. Below, in s all text: ‘Atlanta DC Destinations’.]
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    As I wrap my posts showcasing the @kiyahc brand launch, my heart is full of gratitude and joy. Saving this sweet little monogram for last was a good idea. It's the perfect punctuation for a super-fulfilling project. ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ Interested in elevating your brand experience in order to communicate more effectively with your ideal clients (and book them)? Let's chat!! [Image Description: cream-colored background with a modern ‘KC’ monogram centered on it. Above, in small text: ‘elevated wedding photography’. Below, in s all text: ‘Atlanta DC Destinations’.]
  • Want to elevate your client experience?! Invest in branded note cards. One of the easiest ways to personalize your client experience is by sending unexpected happy mail. Whether it’s mailing a card or popping a handwritten note in with your orders, this little gesture of connection will make a big impact! We all know I’m a fan of @kiyahc’s new site, but let’s be real: these paper goods give me all the 😍😍😍 too!
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    Want to elevate your client experience?! Invest in branded note cards. One of the easiest ways to personalize your client experience is by sending unexpected happy mail. Whether it’s mailing a card or popping a handwritten note in with your orders, this little gesture of connection will make a big impact! We all know I’m a fan of @kiyahc’s new site, but let’s be real: these paper goods give me all the 😍😍😍 too!
  • When considering my offerings (always an evolution), I realized there was a space to grow: social media branding. Now, when working on a brand and/or site with me, you’ll receive a collection of branded story slide background images as well as branded launch images to share on your feed. When working with @kiyahc, I had the opportunity to create some unique slides meant to elevate her Instagram story experience. Kiyah posts on her stories regularly, and having consistent imagery means her overall brand experience is more cohesive and memorable. My favorite bit: background slides for each day of the week, where Kiyah shares what she’s planning to work on each day. Each background is a different color, and there’s ample space to share the behind-the-scenes details of her day. I love, love, love considering each and every way a new client will interact with your business … and if there’s space to brand it, we should! ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ [Image Description: Three iPhone mockups sitting in a line - the middle iphone is larger and sticking off of the brown background. Left iPhone has the Kiyah C. Photography logo flanking both sides of the background. The middle iPhone has a peachy background with "My Day Wednesday" at the top and an art deco arch at the bottom. The right iPhone has a repeating arch background with a small rust-colored arch and "kiyahc.com" centered at the bottom.]
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    When considering my offerings (always an evolution), I realized there was a space to grow: social media branding. Now, when working on a brand and/or site with me, you’ll receive a collection of branded story slide background images as well as branded launch images to share on your feed. When working with @kiyahc, I had the opportunity to create some unique slides meant to elevate her Instagram story experience. Kiyah posts on her stories regularly, and having consistent imagery means her overall brand experience is more cohesive and memorable. My favorite bit: background slides for each day of the week, where Kiyah shares what she’s planning to work on each day. Each background is a different color, and there’s ample space to share the behind-the-scenes details of her day. I love, love, love considering each and every way a new client will interact with your business … and if there’s space to brand it, we should! ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ [Image Description: Three iPhone mockups sitting in a line - the middle iphone is larger and sticking off of the brown background. Left iPhone has the Kiyah C. Photography logo flanking both sides of the background. The middle iPhone has a peachy background with "My Day Wednesday" at the top and an art deco arch at the bottom. The right iPhone has a repeating arch background with a small rust-colored arch and "kiyahc.com" centered at the bottom.]
  • The paper suite for @kiyahc is full of texture, rich colors, and makes use of her custom brand elements. From the Art Deco inspired icons to the subtle offset logo, this suite encompasses the visual identity in all the right ways. I will always love the way stationery ties a brand experience together.
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    The paper suite for @kiyahc is full of texture, rich colors, and makes use of her custom brand elements. From the Art Deco inspired icons to the subtle offset logo, this suite encompasses the visual identity in all the right ways. I will always love the way stationery ties a brand experience together.
  • A peek at the brainstorming process while designing the @kiyahc site and assets: color, layers, message. Let it be simple. Let it be clear. Let it be beautiful. ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ This is the kind of work that gives me heart eyes forever and ever. 😍
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    A peek at the brainstorming process while designing the @kiyahc site and assets: color, layers, message. Let it be simple. Let it be clear. Let it be beautiful. ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ This is the kind of work that gives me heart eyes forever and ever. 😍
  • A sweet little art deco inspired element for @kiyahc. ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ This suite was about rich colors, bold geometry, and decadent details ... this mark is my interpretation of the architecture Kiyah loves, the light she shines into the world, and the connection she captures along the way. ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ [Image Description: Art deco inspired icon; arch outline with lines radiating from the bottom-center. The icon sits on a cream-colored background with a subtle watercolor texture.]
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    A sweet little art deco inspired element for @kiyahc. ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ This suite was about rich colors, bold geometry, and decadent details ... this mark is my interpretation of the architecture Kiyah loves, the light she shines into the world, and the connection she captures along the way. ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ [Image Description: Art deco inspired icon; arch outline with lines radiating from the bottom-center. The icon sits on a cream-colored background with a subtle watercolor texture.]