Hungry Colors: Red and Yellow
There are many theories of what colors make us experience what emotions. In particular, red and yellow are known as hungry colors. The psychology behind color has been documented for years, with the earliest reference dating back to the 1400s. It’s widely accepted that warmer…
Shout Out LA Interview
I was recently interviewed by Shout Out LA and I was asked the question “how has your work life balance changed over time” at just the right time… 5 months into motherhood. It was fun to reflect on how my live has changed for the better……
How Much Should A Logo Cost
Wondering how much should a logo cost? Your logo is your identity. It’s the first thing a potential customer sees, and the thing with which they’ll associate your business. It’s critical to get it right – to have it be truly representative of you and…
Our Top 5 Logo Design Pro-tips
We all have a bank of memorized logos in our minds–the big names that we recognize at the quickest glance. This, of course, is not an accident. Any good logo is created with thought and purpose. It is made to be recognizable and iconic. A…
What is Brand Purpose:
The Orbit Path of Your Business What is Brand Purpose? Google states their purpose is “to organize the world’s information and make it universally accessible and useful.” Walmart’s purpose is “saving people money so they can live better.” And Facebook: “To give people the…
How You Know it’s Time to Rebrand Your Business
Branding is a process. Developing a brand identity takes time and care. It should clearly communicate your business’s values, and it should be easy to recognize and remember. Growing and nurturing that connection with your target market takes patience, perseverance and authentic connection. So how…
Why Color Mode Matters in Design: RGB vs CMYK
RGB vs CMYK and why color mode matters in design. You’ve carefully selected your brand colors, designed your logo, and are now ready to introduce your brand to the world, but you likely haven’t considered that in order to keep it consistent, you will need…
4 Graphic Design Tips for a Timeless Logo and Brand
Creating a logo that will stand the test of time is easier said than done, we have created a list of 4 Graphic Design tips for a timeless logo and brand. Your logo is a key feature of your brand identity. It’s the visual representation…
Why Simple Branding is Best
In an age where life moves fast and most everything is at our fingertips, it’s tempting for a new business to be all things to all people, but the truth is that a business will only succeed in the long term when it focuses on…
What a Graphic Designer Can Do for Your Business
With all the free DIY design software available online these days, it can be very easy (and very tempting) for small businesses to create graphics and designs on their own and not use a graphic designer. There’s nothing wrong with doing it on your own,…
Voyage LA Interview
This September marks five years in business for Stellen Design, so I’ve been thinking a lot recently about the journey it took to get here. A few weeks ago, I was interviewed by Voyage LA, a local magazine, and had the chance to share my graphic design story….
What to Expect When Working with a Graphic Designer
I have been working as a freelance graphic designer for over four years now, but I recently realized that many people have never worked with a graphic designer and don’t know what to expect from the process. If you’re one of these folks, learning about…
