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The Story behind Kern & Quill Creative
It's all about people-centered design
Kern & Quill represents both the digital and traditional sides of design, blending hand-drawn illustrations with technical elements. Each project is created with care and a personal touch to ensure your brand communicates with purpose, and your stories are brought to life.
My mission - helping put ideas onto paper and
see your dream project turned into reality.
Strategy
Strategic and personalized plan to fit your needs.
While brands should look beautiful, logos and colour palettes are just the tip of the iceberg. I believe great design comes from asking the right questions, exploring ideas, and crafting solutions that feel both meaningful and memorable. The focus is on discovery, research and concepts that create a clear path and ensure minimal revisions.
Storytelling
Let's get down to the heart of your project.
A brand is more than a logo, with its own personality and backstory. My role is expressing that story through visual design in a way that best represents who you are and connects with your audience.
Or if it's a book cover and illustrations you're after, my aim is to understand your vision and create art that transports the reader into the world you have built.
Smooth Process
Smooth process for a stress-free client experience.
Converting ideas into the real world can be a difficult task. That's why I approach every project with a step-by-step process that reduces stress and ensures clear communication from the first meeting. With the help of my detailed questionnaire, every decision is guided by intention and strategy. Your own client portal provides one location for regular updates, view of the strategy timeline, and access to files at the project's end.
Collaboration
Trustworthy design partner for guidance and support.
My promise as a design partner is to support and guide you on your quest. This means listening to your goals and frustrations and finding the best possible solutions. While still honouring your preferences, there will be times when this involves providing my professional opinion to ensure your business or project stands out and reaches its audience.
Meet Marelize
While branding is my business, books are my passion. So why not combine them to make something special? After graduating college and starting my own business, I quickly realized I didn't want to produce quick content and just make things look pretty. I wanted to create something both meaningful and memorable. Drawing from my knowledge of business and illustration has allowed me to build a system that combines visual storytelling with strategic design.
From branding to books & beyond.
Designer, illustrator, and creative partner on a quest to make meaningful projects that tell your story.
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