A woman with her hair in a bun adjusts a black and white photo of a hand and face on a wall.

A stronger business deserves a stronger presence.

For service businesses that need more clarity, more credibility, and a more effective way to show up online.

I offer brand strategy, brand design, website design, and more tailored digital solutions for businesses that have outgrown what currently represents them. The goal is not simply to make things look better, but to create a presence that reflects the value of the work behind it.

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HOW I WORK

  • Brand Strategy

    For businesses that need direction before visuals. This is the work that defines positioning, sharpens messaging, and builds the strategic foundation everything else is built on.

    Best for: businesses that feel misaligned, too broad, or unclear about how they should be positioned.

  • A magazine titled 'Live Beautiful' placed on a white table with a black leather backpack beside it, in a bright room with chairs and a table with plants in the background.

    Brand Design

    A visual identity designed to reflect the quality of your work and the kind of clients you want to attract. Not decoration — perception, shaped intentionally.

    Best for: businesses with good work and a weak visual presence, or an outdated brand that no longer matches where they are headed.

  • A closed purple Apple MacBook on a beige surface with a cup of coffee, a pair of tortoiseshell sunglasses, gold rings on a beige dish, a spiral notebook with a gold pen, and a pinkish-brown textured fabric.

    Website Design

    Websites designed to communicate value clearly, guide the right people forward, and support the larger perception of the brand. When it doesn’t, trust is harder to build.

    Best for: businesses that have outgrown their current site, are not converting well, or need a more elevated online presence.

  • A collage of website pages, featuring a woman in a gray dress, a bottle of red wine, and glass decanters.

    Tailored Digital Solutions

    For businesses that need more functionality, more intentional workflows, or a digital experience built around how they actually operate. Custom solutions that bridge brand, usability, and business needs.

    Best for: businesses that need something more specific, more functional, or more customized than a typical website provides.

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Deanna Burks, brand and website designer

who I work with

Clients hire me because I see the gaps others miss—and I know exactly how to close them. Whether I’m working with a founder launching a new venture, a business that’s been running for years, or a corporate team needing expert support, my edge is rapid adaptability. I pivot quickly to understand your exact business model and get inside the mind of your target audience. You aren’t just hiring me to make things look good; you’re hiring me to solve complex brand problems with strategy and design that make your business undeniably credible and impossible to ignore.

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See My Work

I don’t just talk about shaping perception—I build it. Below is a curated look at how I’ve partnered with businesses across different industries to solve their unique challenges. Explore a few recent projects to see what happens when sharp strategy meets high-end design.

See my Portfolio
  • A laptop displaying a photography website with images of models and a woman sitting on a chair, with text sections including 'Brandi Lynn Photography,' 'unique,' and 'Ready to Shine? Schedule Now'.

    Brandi Lynn Photography

    Brand Strategy, Website Design, Copywriting, HoneyBook Setup

    ### Industry

    Photography

    ### Overview

    We took Brandi's soft, emotive photography style and built a brand identity to match—clean, timeless, and quietly powerful (kind of like her work). No fluff, just real beauty and great UX.

    ### Results

    35% increase in premium inquiries and a website that finally reflects the true value of her talent.

  • A laptop computer displaying a website for "Brave Maggie" interior design services, with a woman holding a measuring tape standing in a modern, well-lit interior space.

    Brave Maggie Designs

    Brand Strategy, Website Design, Copywriting, HoneyBook Setup

    ### Industry

    Interior Design

    ### Overview

    We took Brave Maggie’s handcrafted charm and gave it a bold digital glow-up. From artisan window treatments to one-of-a-kind home accents, every pixel of this site is designed to feel personal, polished, and not even remotely mass-produced.

    ### Results

    A fresh online presence that finally reflects the creative magic behind every stitch. More dream clients, more custom inquiries, and a website that’s as beautifully layered as her designs.

  • An iPhone displaying an Instagram post, surrounded by promotional cards and flyers about college research and programs, all on a white surface.

    Almoney Educational Consulting

    Brand Strategy & Identity, Logo Design, Visual System, Messaging, Social Media, Copywriting

    ### Industry

    Education Consulting

    ### Overview

    We took the stress out of college planning (for parents and pixels) by designing a brand that feels as steady and smart as the woman behind it. A little serif, a little script, and a whole lot of earned trust.

    ### Results

    Now rocking a brand that says “high-achieving, but approachable,” Almoney is confidently attracting aligned, high-trust families nationwide.

  • A laptop displaying a bridal makeup and hair service website with images of a bride getting ready, including a woman in a wedding dress and veil, and a smiling woman with styled hair.

    IM Artistry

    Brand Strategy & Identity, Website Design, and HoneyBook setup, Copywriting

    ### Industry

    Luxury Bridal Beauty


    ### Overview

    This Seattle-based bridal beauty team needed a brand that felt as luxe and intentional as the work they do. We translated their in-person white-glove experience into an editorial-style online presence that feels warm, elevated, and entirely custom.

    ### Results

    A refined brand and website that instantly communicates expertise, leading to increased inquiries from high-end clients and a more aligned, premium clientele.

  • Three smartphones displaying a website design for an interior design or architecture company. The central phone shows the logo with a green 'V' and leaf design with the name 'VALET'. The left phone displays a web page with images of buildings and text about projects and endorsements. The right phone shows images of a wooden wall and decorative sculptures with text about lighting and site projects.

    Valet Energy

    Brand Identity, Print Collateral, Website Design, HoneyBook Setup, Slide Deck

    ### Industry

    Construction Design Services

    ### Overview

    Lighting isn’t just functional—it’s an experience. We created a brand for Valet Energy that reflects their luxury service with subtle sophistication and quiet confidence.

    ### Results

    A cohesive identity that elevates them in a competitive field and earns trust from high-end hospitality clients.

  • A gardening blog website homepage featuring a header, a photo of a smiling woman in a gray dress, a photo of a decorated dining table with wine and candles, and footer with logo and social links.

    Mayes Wine Crush

    Brand Strategy & Identity, Website Design, HoneyBook Setup, Brand Styled Shoot Creative Direction

    ### Industry

    Hospitality

    ### Overview

    We poured Gina’s love of wine into a brand and styled shoot that’s equal parts vibrant and moody—just like her tastings. Custom florals, on-brand vibes, and wine storytelling? Cheers to that.


    ### Results

    A stand-out site and gorgeous content that make selling wine and sharing her story effortless (and photogenic).

  • screenshots of a website homepage for Marissa Graff, a writer and editor, featuring a header image of a person lying on a couch reading, with navigation links and text about her writing services and personal profile.

    Marissa Graff

    Brand Strategy & Identity, Website Design, Copywriting, HoneyBook Setup

    ### Industry

    Writing, Editing, Coaching

    ### Overview

    We helped this sought-after book editor translate her quiet authority and kindness into a brand that feels like a deep exhale. Smart, streamlined, and perfectly punctuated.

    ### Results

    Uptick in qualified inquiries and a clientflow that lets her spend less time explaining, more time editing.

  • Collage of interior design images including a living room, an entryway with logo, a handwritten note about a design company, and archived envelopes for a company named Collective Haus and CH.

    Collective Haus

    Brand Strategy & Identity, Website Design, HoneyBook Setup

    ### Industry

    Interior Design

    ### Overview

    Developed a clean, editorial-inspired brand identity and website for an interior design firm, reflecting their curated, high-touch approach to modern living spaces.

    ### Results

    Increased inquiries by 40% and elevated perceived value with a more cohesive, polished presence.

  • Pattern of men in tuxedos and sunglasses singing into microphones on smartphones.

    Christien Anthony

    Brand Identity, Website Design, Copywriting, HoneyBook Setup

    ### Industry

    Event Entertainment

    ### Overview

    This powerhouse event band needed a brand that matched their stage presence—bold, luxe, and unforgettable. We built a high-energy digital identity that commands attention and books gigs, complete with sleek visuals and messaging that hits all the right notes.

    ### Results

    An elevated brand and site experience that attracts premium event planners and communicates their A-list energy before the first note is played.

  • Open tablets displaying website content, a sheet with icons arranged in a circle, and printed font samples on a light gray background.

    Bazos Law Firm

    Website Design & Custom Development

    ### Industry

    Law

    ### Overview

    In collaboration with attorney Erin Bazos (who brought the creative vision), we rebranded this law firm to feel fresh, credible, and future-facing—while keeping the trust-building gravitas law demands. From color and typography to custom-coded layouts, every pixel was designed to feel authoritative without the cold, corporate vibe.

    ### Results

    A clean, modern website with custom functionality and a bold brand presence that sets the firm apart in a sea of templated legal sites. Confident. Clear. Client-ready.