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Independent Creative Design Studio

Creative direction, design, and artwork for thoughtful brands

Brands I’ve Worked with
Manotick Health & Wellness Logo
Bridgehead Ottawa Coffeehouse Logo
Score Pizza Glebe Logo
Creative Offerings

What are you looking for?

Branding & Design Services

Logos, packaging, websites, brand photography, and custom visuals for small businesses and makers.

Art Licensing

Surface patterns, illustrations, and photography for manufacturers or brands.

The Shop

Greeting cards, art prints, and paper goods made with love and perfect for gifting.

 

Strategic Design

Design that builds trust, gets attention, and supports your growth goals

Building a small business comes with many challenges. When your visuals feel inconsistent or unclear, it’s hard to show up confidently, even when you believe in the value of your work.

I help small businesses use design as a clear and strategic way to communicate. Together, we create polished visuals that strengthen your brand and build trust with your audience.

Design is both visual and purposeful. It sets the tone, evokes emotion, and shapes how people experience your brand. When thoughtfully crafted, your visuals become a powerful asset that supports how your brand looks, works, and connects with people.

About the studio

Get the skills of a full-scale agency with personal collaboration

If your brand doesn’t reflect the quality of your work or connect with the right audience, it’s time for a more strategic, aligned approach.

 

I offer creative direction, branding, and design with the depth of an agency and the personal care of a small studio.

Together, we’ll craft visuals and messaging that feel right, resonate deeply, and support real growth.

PROCESS

A simple, thoughtful process

Start the Conversation

First, fill out the contact form to tell me about your project, goals, and timeline.

Receive a Proposal

Then, if it’s a good fit, I’ll send over a tailored proposal with project details, pricing, and timeline.

Launch

You’ll get polished, professional visuals grounded in thoughtful strategy, so you can share your brand with confidence.

Industries and People

Clients I love to work with

Artisans
Crafters
Makers
Studios
Yoga
Therapy
Healing
Wellness
Coaches
Founders
Creators
winery
brewery
Creatives
And More
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Design that reflects your value and supports your growth

This is for you if you value design as both an art and a strategy, a powerful way to shape how your brand looks, feels, and connects. Beautiful visuals set the mood and express your values, while thoughtful strategy ensures your message is clear and reaches the right audience. When your branding, website, or product visuals are crafted with intention and care, everything clicks. You show up confidently, your audience feels understood, and your brand invites meaningful connection. Together, we create design that supports your business inside and out, helping you grow with consistency, authenticity, and trust.

If you don’t see design as a meaningful part of your business, this might not be the right fit, because great design is where creativity and strategy come together to make an impact.

Kind Words

What clients are saying

I needed a brand refresh for my business. This business is my baby, and while design isn’t really my strong suit, I had a clear vision and vibe in my head of what I wanted. Natasha helped me bring that to life through her super-organized and well-structured process, including her questionnaires. She was really insightful and took the time to learn about my industry and competitors, which made me feel confident that this would be a high-ROI for the business. Her communication throughout the project was top-tier too. This was an amazing experience, and I’m really glad I went with Natasha for my design needs.

– Tevon P.
Spice Isle Craft Chocolate

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How I Approach Graphic Design Projects from Start to Finish

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FAQS

Questions & Answers

I work with all kinds of clients! Some of my clients have been local here in Ottawa and some have been from other areas of the world.

There are many benefits of working with an independent creative studio. You get the full scope and expertise of an agency — but with the efficiency, consistency, and personal attention of working with one person. There’s no middle layer, no miscommunication, and no watered-down ideas. Your project gets handled with care, clarity, and strategic direction from start to finish.

I don’t offer logos on their own because a logo by itself isn’t enough to build a strong brand. It’s like having a single puzzle piece but missing the rest of the picture. Without the supporting colors, fonts, and visual elements, a logo can’t create a consistent and memorable presence.

Instead, I focus on creating full brand identities that give you all the pieces you need to show up clearly and confidently across every platform. This approach sets you up for long-term success and makes your brand memorable.

 

Working with me is a true collaboration, not a quick transaction. Instead of getting a design instantly, we take the time to understand your business goals, values, and audience.

Together, we go through discovery, strategy, and thoughtful design to create something meaningful and effective, not just something that looks good for a moment. This process takes time and communication because your brand deserves more than a one-size-fits-all solution.

If you want fast, generic designs, I might not be the right fit. But if you want a partner who cares about your success and builds a strategic, lasting brand, we’ll work great together.

I specialize in brand identity design, web design, illustration, packaging design, custom lettering, brand photography, and marketing support. I also offer art and photography available for licensing.

Yes — I work with clients worldwide. Most of the process is handled remotely through clear communication, organized files, and flexible timelines.

Every project starts with an inquiry form, followed by a custom proposal. Once approved, we move into a strategy phase, then design, then delivery. You can learn more on each service page.

Yes. I provide tailored quotes based on your goals, timeline, and deliverables after reviewing your inquiry form.

I typically book projects 1–2 months in advance. Ongoing support and licensing inquiries may have faster turnaround — feel free to reach out for current availability.

Absolutely. Many of my clients book packages that include branding, packaging, and web — or mix design with marketing support. I’ll help guide the scope based on your needs.

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Let’s work together

Ready to bring your vision to life?

Whether you’re building a brand, launching a product, or just want visuals that feel like you, I’m here to help.