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One of the first things I ask my new design clients is what is their vision for their business? This often stifles folks. Most people think that getting a logo and some marketing materials is the first and main thing needed to promote a successful small business. But how do …
I’m working on some fun illustrations lately with the thought to expand my tee line. Getting out of winter and back into climbing shape has inspired many of my new designs as well as has resurrected some older ones. If you haven’t seen any of these hand-drawn surface designs for …
Wow, wow, and more wow! The Buttermilks climbing area on the East Side of the Sierra Nevada Mountain Range near Bishop, CA is so incredibly beautiful. Nestled right below snowline are the most picturesque boulders littering the sage and sparsely-pined hillsides. The boulders themselves are pure gems for climbing and …
I had such a wonderful time working with the Tahoe Truckee Earth Day Foundation in creating their tee illustration, website, and all of their marketing materials. The event was a huge success with hundreds of attendees, fabulous weather and fun to be had by all. If you weren’t able to …
Ever go to a job fair, chamber of commerce, bulletin board, or coffee shop flier stand? What do you see there? I typically see is an ocean of cookie-cutter marketing materials strewn about, hoping to catch the attention of a potential client. Unfortunately many of these businesses, events, or people …
I recently returned from a climbing vacation in Joshua Tree National Park. If you haven’t been there, it’s a definite must. The Joshua Trees themselves have so much personality as they lean and twist in the desert sky. I’m personally attracted to the rock formations for more reasons than just …
Hi Everyone! I’m currently taking reservations for projects in April. If you have an existing project and have already spoken with me about it (and have all of your components for the project submitted), then I already have time for you reserved. If you are interested in a new look …
I had the best time working with Lisa Cashel and Emily Williams from Tahoe Truckee Earth Day 2010. It was fun to play with raw designs and be encouraged to be weird and whimsical. Here’s a client testimonial from Lisa: “Sara was the obvious choice for Tahoe Truckee Earth Day …
Summer Wood of Summer Wood Skin Care recently hired me for a full logo, identity and website package. Summer is an ideal client who clearly explains her expectations, finds examples of work she admires, and trusts me to add design flair when necessary. Summer recently gave me a wonderful testimonial: …
Phew! My new website is finally done. You’d think as a designer that it would be easier to create your own site. However, I tend to prioritize everyone else’s projects and mine sits on the sidelines. Funny how that works. Anyways, after weeks of sitting second string, my site is …