Real Businesses, Reimagined: Fictional Rebrands to Inspire Supporting True Local Gems
Welcome to the Real Businesses, Reimagined series where I am exploring redesigning the logos and branding of local gems to show their potential and give them a loving shoutout. Learn more about Jitterbug Sweets…
Lettering Works Business Journal - March in Review
March’s highlights included multiple Adobe events, working with the Logan Square Chamber of Commerce, creating new artwork for personal projects, and being featured on StickerGiant’s blog…
Chicago Artist + Vintage Shop Team Up to Offer New Vintage and Fashion-Inspired Sticker Collection
Get to know Jennifer Kelly, the owner behind Vintage Frills, the first and only color-coordinated-cubby vintage shop in Chicago which was named one of TimeOut’s Top 10 Best Thrift Stores…
Lettering Works Business Journal - February in Review
February’s highlights included spending a week in Mexico, making it into an episode of Diners, Drive-Ins, and Dives, collaborating with local businesses, and wrapping up my first two branding projects of the year…
Fresh Look, Same Delicious Bite: Pierogi Papi’s New Logo Has Arrived
After recently being named “Best New Pop Up” by Chicago Reader, it’s only fitting that Pierogi Papi’s logo is getting a glow up as bold as their pierogi offerings. Dive into learning a little bit more about Max Glassman, the chef behind Pierogi Papi, and our work together…
A Recap of My 7 Artist Trades from 2024
Recapping Lettering Works’ 7 Artists Trades in 2024 from abstract painting to pressed flowers to podcast advertising space, a lot of fun things came out of the Artist Trade Program in a year…
Lettering Works Business Journal - January in Review
January’s highlights included reflecting on 2024 artist trades, working on two branding projects, spending a week in Tampa with friends, sketching new ideas for potential stickers and collaborations, and participating in the Faire Winter Market…
Lettering Works - 2024 Year in Review
As we say goodbye to 2024, I am taking some extra time to round up some highlights from the year and appreciate the life that I’ve been building for myself…
Lettering Works Business Journal - December in Review
December’s highlights included being selected for the She Was An Inspiration Contest, sharing a blog post about my journey into aviation, doing end-of-year business tasks, spending time with family and friends, and painting more…
Landing Big Dreams: My 8-Year Adventure into the Aviation Industry
Eight years ago, I started selling souvenirs at a small airport in Peoria, Illinois. Today, my products can be found in the 4th busiest airport in the US.
This journey has been anything but straightforward—filled with small wins, countless hours of behind-the-scenes work, and lessons in perseverance. Join me as I reflect on the milestones, challenges, and the process of turning big dreams into reality…