Graphic design.
art direction.
creative solutions.
meaningful change.
I am here to listen to your ideas about projects of any scope and translate them into visually striking, effective materials.
I was born and raised in Burlington, Vermont. After studying painting at Smith College I relocated to Chicago, where I worked as an art teacher before collaborating with New York Times bestselling author Amy Krouse Rosenthal from 2013-2017, where I honed skills as a graphic artist, writer, and editor.
I have been working as an independent designer in earnest since 2016. I am open to working with clients in many capacities: one-off projects, limited freelance contracts, monthly retainers, and long-term part-time arrangements. From 2018-2023, I worked on the communications team at United States Artists as Social Media Coordinator. As of April 2023, I am delighted to be the in-house graphic designer at Girls Who Code.
Because I'm trained as an artist, I'll compose your design with the care I would when making a painting. Because I'm a self-taught designer, I'll have a fresh perspective on the possibilities. Because I'm a social-justice-minded radical queer invested in mission-driven work, you won't have to worry about me handling materials with great respect. Whether it's a full rebrand, standalone postcard, or a national ad campaign, I give each project equally careful attention.
MY VALUES
Open, clear, and timely communication
Representing/illustrating folks of all races, sizes, ages, genders, and abilities
Approaching each project from a queer feminist, abolitionist, anti-racist mindset
Commitment to / passion for accessibility standards
Meeting you where you are (in terms of business growth, budget, and scope)
Translating the concepts you're excited about into useful, accessible, beautiful materials that are just right for your specific needs
Humor, generosity, and care!
SKILLS
Adobe Creative Suite
Microsoft Office
Squarespace
Canva
Affable phone presence
Very tall
Quite responsive
SOME CLIENTS
Photos by Kathryn Stabile