How To DIY: Graphic Design For Nonprofits
After many years of working alongside nonprofits, I know first hand that many face tight budgets and limited resources when it comes to marketing and fundraising. That’s why I want to share these useful DIY graphic design resources that can help you stay within your budget.
Reflecting on Earth Day: How Creatives Make a Difference
Earth Day, celebrated every year on April 22nd, is a time to reflect on the impact of our actions on the environment and to appreciate the beauty and importance of nature and our planet.
Environmental Advocacy: A Practical Guide on How To Get Started
I’m a beginner environmental advocate and, right now, I’m okay only doing the things I feel comfortable doing. I’m here to spread some encouragement to anyone who feels intimidated by standing up for their beliefs and the issues they care about.
How I Created A Purpose-Driven Career In The Outdoor Industry
At the beginning, I felt hopeless that, as a graphic designer, my profession was useless towards conservation or sustainability efforts. But by helping a nonprofit produce well-designed and impactful infographics, we tell their story and get their cause in front of supporters in a relatable, approachable way.
Powerful Logos: How To Nail The Design Process
Every graphic designer has a different process and method for developing a logo, brand and identity for their clients. I’m proud and excited to share an inside look to my step-by-step logo design process, hope it’s helpful!
“Less Stuff”: The Ultimate Experience Giving Guide
When you give an experience, you help folks remember to prioritize relationships and time together. Check out the Ultimate Experience Giving Guide and let's make gifting experiences the new normal
What Happens When You Design For Accessibility? 5 Informative Tips For Beginners
I struggled with my first accessible design project because it required me to rethink a lot of my processes. Here are 5 informative tips to help beginners navigate through it easily
Making a Graphic Design Project More Sustainable
Sustainable project tips from a graphic designer who works with conservation-minded nonprofits and brands.
What to Expect When Working with a Purpose-Driven Freelancer
Tips for working with purpose-driven creative agencies and freelancers, to guarantee that you’re making ethical, sustainable, environmentally-friendly choices, and creating positive change through your marketing.
Help Fight Climate Change in Just 5 Minutes
Wondering how to make a positive impact in the fight against climate change? Here’s a list of easy and quick ways to make a difference, including learning about earth-friendly events in your community on the Trust for Public Lands site and advocating for your favorite causes to government representatives with the help of organizations like the Climate Forests Campaign.
National Holidays that do good for the Planet
Here's a list of eco-friendly holidays that will inspire you to learn more about protecting and preserving our planet. Mark your calendars for holidays like World Wildlife Day, National Pollinator Week and International Day of Clean Air.
How to Use Visual Storytelling to Support your Nonprofit Campaign
Visual storytelling is pretty ubiquitous in this era of print and social media. If you’ve seen an infographic in the newspaper, scrolled through a carousel of pictures on Instagram that chronicles a friend’s recent ski trip, watched a video review of your favorite product, or connected with a brand based on their logo design or latest ad, you’ve experienced visual storytelling.
The California Green Business Network: Helping California Businesses Go Green
High Mountain Creative Studio Manager and Virtual Assistant shares her experience with making eco-friendly updates to her business and joining the California Green Business Network
How to Choose a Logo Designer That’s Right For You
Every graphic designer has a different logo design process and methods for developing a brand and identity for their clients. Hiring a logo designer can be an overwhelming task because it’s such a big deal for your brand and there are a lot of options. I’m going to walk you through choosing a logo designer and what to expect from a typical logo design process.