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Brand Design & Digital Strategy
Portfolio

Explore my portfolio of creative direction, UX/UI design, and brand strategy for businesses ready to lead. With 25+ years crafting results-driven design and digital experiences for 200+ clients, this collection spotlights the work, process, and impact behind The Brandess™. Every project is a blend of strategic thinking and creative execution—built to elevate, engage, and convert.

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featured projects
design that drives results

A curated look at standout branding, website, and campaign launches. These select projects showcase the process, impact, and outcomes possible when strategy and creativity work hand in hand—delivered personally by The Brandess™.

  • 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 & Identity, Website Design, 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.

case studies
strategy in action

Go deeper with detailed case studies highlighting transformation for my clients—from emerging startups to established brands. See how proven brand strategy, refined design systems, and optimized user journeys turn creative vision into measurable business growth.

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Editorial Styled Shoot: Award-Winning Visual Storytelling for the Wedding Industry

This editorial styled shoot was born from a desire to merge artistry and strategy — to tell a visual story that resonates deeply with both the heart and the market. As Creative Director, I led every aspect of this project, from concept and logistics to styling and production coordination. The result was an award-winning, publication-featured editorial that inspired wedding professionals and photographers across multiple platforms.

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Brave Maggie Designs: “Custom drapery, but make it couture.”

This editorial styled shoot was born from a desire to merge artistry and strategy — to tell a visual story that resonates deeply with both the heart and the market. As Creative Director, I led every aspect of this project, from concept and logistics to styling and production coordination. The result was an award-winning, publication-featured editorial that inspired wedding professionals and photographers across multiple platforms.

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Brandi Lynn Photography: A Brand & Website Transformation Rooted in Emotion

Brandi Lynn Photography captures love stories through timeless, artful imagery. To match the caliber of her work, we reimagined her brand and digital presence from the ground up — transforming it into a refined, emotionally charged experience that mirrors the depth of her artistry. The result: a cohesive identity and digital ecosystem designed to captivate high-end couples and creative collaborators alike.

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Valet Energy Luxury Brand Identity & Design System

Valet Energy, a high-end lighting design firm serving discerning residential and hospitality clients, partnered with me to create a cohesive and elevated brand identity that matched their level of sophistication and service. The goal was to bring clarity, elegance, and consistency to their visual presentation while supporting their growing marketing efforts across print and digital channels.

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visual work gallery
creative highlights

Browse a gallery of creative direction, graphic design, digital campaigns, and UX/UI solutions. This visual timeline features logos, web layouts, content systems, and digital storytelling—each project tailored for business impact and brand recognition.

Collection of interior design promotional materials for Rhys Tanner, including business cards, brochures, and a photograph of a decorated room with chairs, a table, and framed artwork on the wall.
A beige Salerno Essentilas pouch with a zipper, placed on a soft white fabric, with a tortoiseshell hair clip nearby.
Elegant wedding invitation with colorful floral border, featuring the text 'Beckley Writes' and initials 'BW' on a white band.
A hardcover book titled 'From the Garden: Recipes for the Ages' with a floral and orange fruit pattern on the cover.
A promotional flyer for Rhys Tanner, an interior designer, featuring a woman in a patterned dress looking at her phone inside a colorful room with a jungle mural, yellow chairs, and a lamp.
A beige fabric label with green text that reads "OLIVIA & AGNES LUXE ORGANIC COLLECTION" is placed over a background of illustrated yellow lemons with green leaves and stems.
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A tablet displaying the website of Galloping Grace Farm, featuring a woman with long blonde hair interacting with a brown and white horse, with text about healing through connection. The tablet is on a gray surface next to a stylus and a beige fabric
A laptop on a cream, textured, plush sofa displaying a website with a picture of a toy airplane and a paragraph about a nursery design business.
Elegant logo for Bowen + Arden Interior Design Studio with initials B and A inside a decorative crest on a textured light beige background.
An iPad displaying a website about a company called Rolling Hills Events, featuring images of a cocktail and a celebratory atmosphere, resting on white papers on a textured, cream-colored surface.
Website homepage for Brandi Lynn Photography featuring a collage of three photos of a woman in different settings, with welcoming text about capturing memorable and creative images.
Laptop on gray surface displaying a website for SWISH Revenue Strategy, featuring interior decor images and services related to custom revenue strategy solutions.
A collage of various images including fashion, interior design, art, and branding for 'house of DINAH.' It features a person in a blazer, a magazine, flowers, framed artwork, and a sophisticated interior space.
Blurry person walking past a white table with a laptop, camera, papers, and a drink on it, in a bright, minimal room.
Multiple digital screens displaying branding for CASA Collective with a logo featuring large navy text, some showing a close-up of decorative objects on a wall, and text about design and functionality.
A beige tag with green text labeled 'house of DINAH organic luxury' and a sketch of a woman holding a teapot, laying on off-white fabric with wooden buttons and shadows.
A black and white photo of a couple sitting on stairs, looking into each other's eyes and smiling, with a graphic overlay featuring a shield with the initials B and Z, surrounded by decorative leaves, and the text 'BEAUMONT' below.
Open cardboard box containing a greeting card, a small circular sticker with a tree illustration, and colorful paper with abstract landscape design, on beige surface with shadow.
A room corner with two ceramic vases, a framed landscape painting, and a lit wall sign with the letters 'O P' surrounded by a decorative border, on a wooden table by a window with sunlight streaming in.
Wedding invitation card with dark floral background and white text that reads 'Seraphine & Lilac Wedding Co.' next to dried white leaves on a light beige surface.
A beige tote bag with a decorative design in orange featuring a circle, leafy branches, a bow, and the letters O and P, lying on a light surface.
A website for IM Artistry, a bridal makeup and hair service in Seattle, featuring images of a bride getting ready, and a portrait of a smiling woman with makeup and wavy hair.
A woman in a dark blue lace dress holding a bouquet of flowers outdoors.
Tablet displaying a black-and-white photo of two women laughing and hugging with their names overlayed, titled "Our Artists." The background of the webpage is a light beige color.
Three smartphones displaying wedding photos: the first shows a bride and groom sitting outside by a vintage car, the second is a close-up of a bride with her eyes closed, holding flowers, and the third shows the bride and groom embracing outdoors nea
A woman with short dark hair, wearing a black button-up shirt, smiling and holding a Nikon camera She is extending her left hand while looking slightly to her left. A digital display on the left side shows a black and white photo of a woman and two c
A collage of wedding-related images and text promoting wedding packages and pricing, featuring a bride in a lace wedding dress with a veil holding a bouquet, and a woman with dark hair and a floral crown, surrounded by floral designs and elegant text
Flat lay of wellness products including tins labeled 'Asli Wellness,' a wooden board with herbs and a spoon, small jars, a blue and white striped cloth, and wooden utensils on a white surface.
A digital tablet displaying a wedding invitation webpage with text, a graphic of postage stamps, and a small circular image of a bouquet of flowers.
Multiple tablet screens displaying web pages with images and text about a band and a poetic quote, set on a white background.
A person's hand with black nail polish points at a small yellow object on a white table. The table has a photo of a baby, a black sticker with white silhouette, a round woven basket with wooden blocks, and various printed materials, including a pink
Website on a tablet screen for VerrMar Event Co. showcasing wedding planning services with images of a bride and a couple embracing, along with bridal accessories like a high heel shoe and jewelry on a beige textured surface.
A woman with dark hair, wearing a white sleeveless top and jeans, sitting on a white armchair, smiling, with a large letter 'A' on a card in front of her. The card features a stylized 'A' and a dot, matching the logo on the right side of the image.
A screenshot of an interior design website named Thalia, featuring a page about interior services with images of decorated rooms.
A laptop displaying a website for 'Brave Maggie' with a woman holding a measuring tape inside a bright room, with text 'Elevate your space with our exclusive & extensive range of services,' against a background of large flowers.
A minimalist logo with a black 'C' and a red 'G' intertwined on a light gray background.
A landscape with lush green grass, a large tree with spreading branches, and six horses grazing; background features steep, moss-covered rocks.
Collage of web page layouts featuring a woman sitting on a counter, a woman smiling in a polka dot blouse, flowers, and brand logo, with text about living your best life and an introduction from Meredith St. Amour.
Three smartphones displaying different fitness activities: a woman doing push-ups, a man with a bicycle outdoors, and a woman lifting weights in a gym.
Multiple smartphones displaying images of women exercising and lifting weights in a gym setting.
Multiple mockup screens of fitness and gym website layouts featuring images of people working out, cycling outdoors, and exercising indoors, with text promoting achieving goals and fitness services.
Wedding or event stationery set with a card displaying 'Franklin Farmhouse' and an address, and a smaller card with a monogrammed letter 'f' surrounded by a decorative floral wreath.
A tote bag with a scenic print of oranges, flowers, and a seaside landscape, resting on the floor against a wooden chair with a beige curtain in the background.
Elegant stationery set with envelope, place card, and folded card featuring embossed floral design and the initials 'B J', with the name 'BEAUMONT' on the place card.
A black candle with a white label reading 'RT VETIVER No 19' next to a white box with a minimalistic illustration of a vase with branches on a light-colored surface.
Three photographs displayed on a white surface. The first photo is a black-and-white image of a vintage car on a foggy, tree-lined street. The second photo shows a close-up of a rattan-backed chair with a green cushion, with the text 'Linley Haus Int