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Black Tartan Studios Website Redesign

As a web designer, I love collaborating with innovative companies to bring their digital presence to life. It’s not often that an Emmy award-winning production company approaches you for help, so it was a true honor to work with Heather Greer and her team at Black Tartan Studios.

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Trail to Table: A Logo with Heart

Designing logos is always a rewarding experience, but some projects hold an extra layer of meaning. One such project was the logo for Trail to Table, a business founded by Tanya Robinette, a La Honda, CA local who brings her passion for foraging, herbal medicine, and community-centered cooking to life.

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Designing for Jack Mullins Music

One of my favorite parts of being a graphic designer is working on unique projects, and I was thrilled when local musician (and postman!) Jack Mullins asked me to create print flyers for his band, Postman Jack & The Special Deliveries.

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Navigating the "Friends and Family" Effect

As a graphic and website designer, I've encountered a phenomenon I like to call the "friends and family" effect. This happens when someone gets close to the end of a project and decides to show it to their friends and family.

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Dustin Simms Plumbing & Pumps Website Design

In my recent venture as a freelance web designer, I embraced the challenge of crafting the online presence of Dustin Simms Plumbing and Pumps, a well-respected business here on the California Coastside.

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Adventure Paws Dog Training Website Design

Create a visually appealing and user-friendly website for Adventure Paws Dog Training that showcases Chelsea Robbins' unique services and emphasizes the bond between dogs and their owners.

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Dustin Simms Plumbing & Pumps Logo

By blending the existing quail element with modern design concepts, coastal imagery, forest green inspired by the Santa Cruz mountains, and the addition of a vintage water pump symbolizing the business's ties to generations-long family farms, this new logo for Dustin Simms Plumbing and Pumps aims to capture the essence of the California Coastside.

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The Canvas of Clarity: Why Designing Logos on a White Background Is Crucial

When it comes to crafting a memorable logo, every decision matters. Among these choices, one often overlooked but immensely important aspect is the background against which the logo is created. Here, we'll explore four compelling reasons why designing logos on a pristine white canvas is not just a preference but a smart and strategic move.

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