About Me

• About Me •

Creativity has always been how I make sense of the world.

Over time, I learned that my greatest fulfillment comes not from creating for myself, but from helping others bring their visions to life.

From small businesses dreaming up their first logo to organizations serving underserved communities, I’m energized by work that creates real, positive impact.

With over a decade of experience in agency and freelance settings, I’ve grown from designer to art director — leading creative vision, mentoring teams, and partnering closely with clients to solve meaningful challenges. Alongside my professional work, I make space for passion projects like murals, hand-lettered signage, and other creative explorations that keep me grounded and inspired.

See my work

My Approach

What Guides the Work

I believe the strongest creative work starts with intention, not ego. I ask why before what, and focus on creating work that serves people, not just aesthetics.

How I Work

I start by listening — asking thoughtful questions and digging beneath the surface to understand the real challenge. From there, I deliver strategic, well-considered solutions that balance creativity with clarity and purpose.

Guiding Principles

Empathy is a superpower
Collaboration makes the work stronger
Design should do good in the world
Strategy and creativity are inseparable

What it’s like to work together

I thrive in people-first environments built on trust, curiosity, and shared ownership. I bring a high level of responsibility, follow-through, and care to every collaboration — with the goal of creating work that elevates both people and outcomes.

What People Are Saying

Kelly P.

“Ellen has made different hand written signs for many different occasions for me and they have all turned out amazing! I always get compliments over how cute they look! I have also recommended Ellen to many of my friends for their Save The Dates and Wedding Invitations and they all turn out stunning! The brides have always been happy with the outcome!”
Meredyth S.

“Ellen help me and my husband (then fiancé) create STUNNING save the dates. She gave us several options to choose from and worked with our critiques and concerns. She has an amazing eye and is crazy talented. It felt like she was inside my brain. I would 100% use her again in the future!”
Brianna from Something Sweet

“I love the mural so much I seriously couldn’t be happier!!!”