I was 7 when I took my first flight across the U.S. I remember the hearty meal and the pretty dishes and silverware on the flight. The flight attendants were fancy and nice. I was so proud of that wing pin that it was weeks before I took it off. I carried that new, pink camera everywhere snapping shots of the glorious old and new architecture, the lines of the masts of the boats on the harbor, rea
l-live fireflies against the white snow, and the vibrant colors of the amazing Children’s Museum. I ate my first lobster. It was a whole new world and so vastly different than where I lived. I loved it, and I can confidently pinpoint that as the beginning of my passion for travel, photography, and brilliant design. My design philosophy has evolved a lot since I was that 7-year old girl clutching that pink camera. My travel journeys have taken me to 40 countries (and counting…). I strategically extract design elements from around the world to help my clients — small businesses, start-ups, artists and individuals — grow their business presence with brilliant design. Along the way I acquired degrees in graphic design and psychology. Working with and learning from marketing and design experts and academics — from small startups to large institutions — taught me that pretty design is better than ugly design, but brilliant design solves problems. Problem solving is what I do. I no longer own that pink camera, but I love being a location-independent designer helping others create brilliant designs to achieve their business’ goals and dreams. I’d like to help you and your business look brilliant. Much love! — Melissa
