I’m not one for judging a book by its cover.
But as a designer with the heart of an artist, I *do* think there’s something to be said about how we’re naturally influenced by the way things look.
As for me?
Well, maybe it’s my mane of curly hair, or my childhood of sunrise-to-sunset days in the woods of New Hampshire – but my heart of hearts calls for one thing:
To be wild and free.
So, it’s probably not surprising that I’m an entrepreneur!
While your story might not be exactly like mine, I’m guessing you know what I mean. Business ownership isn’t for the faint of heart – but would we rather do anything else?
No freakin’ way.
I’ve been doing the design thing for over 20 years –
Freelance, in-house, and eventually as the owner of my full-service creative studio, LD Creative Designs.
The design industry has evolved a lot in that time! I now have more tools to do more impactful work for my clients.
But I also recognize that I’m better for kickin’ it old school for a long time. The Lynn who worked in a print shop was meticulous about making sure her work looked good in ALL formats … including the notoriously unforgiving print medium.
I still bring that same level of care, patience, and persistence to my work today.
I know you do the same in your business. Even when it’s really, really hard.
So, I’m telling you this as both a fellow business owner and a breast cancer survivor:
Against all odds, you’re doing it. Living your life on your own terms, and putting good work into the world.
And I’m rooting for you!
A distinctive, well-designed website and visual branding are two amazing ways to make sure the world knows what you’re all about and how to work with you.
I’d love to play a role in making that happen.
So let’s chat, okay?
Lynn Davey… Fill-in-the-blank Edition
My friends know I’m the first person they should call when…
they’re feeling all the feels and want someone to listen, not solve.
If I were a character in a book or movie, I’d be…
Alice in Wonderland. Don’t let the headband fool ya – that girl is down for serious adventure.
I can’t make it through the day without…
iced tea and kitty snuggles
I’ve given it my best try, but I just can’t …
successfully use binoculars. Like, you’re supposed to see things through them, right?
If I could come back in another life, I’d be…
a powerful, majestic, fearless bird – like a falcon.
I think the best smell in the whole world is…
an ocean breeze (but NOT at low tide), suntan lotion, and baked goods in the oven. (I know, that’s three smells – but this sensory being can’t choose just ONE)
At the top of my travel bucket list is…
England, Ireland, Italy. #allthecastles
Brand Values
Wonder
There is so much beauty in the everyday – watching a fern unfurl, seeing the sunlight come into your living room just so. I don’t want to ever lose sight of those little moments of magic.
Grit
Life is beautiful – but getting through it? Not always the case. With perseverance, passion, and determination, we make it to the other side. And it is SO worth it.
Acceptance
There are things in the word that need changing. But the small, quirky bits about ourselves that we hide or try to overcome, or change in others? That’s the good stuff.
Individuality
Difference makes the world go round. There are infinite possibilities for who to be and how to live, and there’s room for all of them.
