When to say “yes” – Advice on volunteering

When to say “yes” – Advice on volunteering We’re all busy. And if you’re anything like me, you’re trying to juggle all the needs of your work AND family. It’s hard and on top of that, people are always asking for help! Over the years, I’ve taken on really big pro-bono projects, head the parent […]

Eclipse Camp Out

Designing for Events of All Sizes It was big news this summer…The Solar Eclipse! I had the chance to help Red Barn Communications with a very special event in Oregon at a ranch with 100% totality. We put together a sponsorship brochure, participant flyer, and site map graphic. The event was a success. The photo at the […]

Book for Auction Raises $5000 for School

Book for Auction Raises $5000 for School When my daughter transferred schools, I was asked if would consider a probono design project to design a memory book for the 8th grade class that would be sold to all auction. I accepted the challenge an also decide to take on the publishing aspect of the project […]

The Face Behind the Design

The Face Behind the Design The last time I had a professional headshot, I worked for someone, so coming up on my 20th anniversary of full time freelance in 2017, I enlisted Suzy Petrucci to capture who I am as a person, and designer in my mid-forties. Her great little studio located in Magnolia was […]

The Clients Who Made This Year Great…

The Clients Who Made This Year Great… I am truly blessed to have worked with so many wonderful clients, vendors and colleagues in 2016.Thank you and happy new year! Lets make 2017 fabulous and create beautiful designs. VIEW More about CMYKate Designs Clients Return to BLOG  |  Return to PORTFOLIO