Hey again, I'm Tara. I design things for organizations, advocates and creative folks.
Read my full resume here.
Services & Products
Brand Identity Development
Visual identity systems, logo packages, branding style guidelines, typography and color schemes, custom patterns, textures, icons and graphic elements
Digital design and strategy
Digital advertising, email marketing campaigns, slide decks/presentations, data visualization, social media graphics, micro-animations, etc.
Creative collaboration
Brand strategy sessions, design audits and refreshes, shared vision building, strategic partnership, visual identity management
Print Publication Design
Brochures, postcards, flyers, magazines, books, strategic plans and annual reports, posters, banners, signage and packaging/merchandise
Illustration and personalization
Custom illustrations, custom iconography, stickers/stationery, hand-drawn graphics, patterns and textures
Website design and maintenance
Website design (Squarespace, Showit, Wordpress), accessibility (WCAG & AAA Compliance), UI/UX design principles, search engine optimization
Your go-to partner for branding that matters
I started Design Leisurely as a promise to myself and my future partners. With a last name like Leisure, I do get the occasional "leisure time" joke here and there. But I bring a recreational spirit into my work – steady, curious and intentional. I believe you can be laid-back and deeply committed at the same time. Great design asks for both. It might look easy, but behind every good logo you'll find careful thought, plenty of research and a whole lot of effort. I'll never rush the creative process – you deserve better than that. For me, branding is always an enjoyable, rewarding and, dare I say, fun experience.
Let's have a leisurely time!
A life's work should mean something. That's why I choose projects that match my values.
If you or your organization is focused on any of the following, let’s connect!
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Art, music and theater: celebrating creativity and the stories that move us. The world never needs less of this.Economic development in Appalachia: strengthening our vibrant communities. Local businesses and organizations keep us connected to one another. And hey, we're finally trendy! Let's keep the Appalachian pride a'goin'.
Education and access to fresh food: funding schools and combating food insecurity, especially for young folks. This is quite literally the key to the future.
Environmental advocacy: supporting the work toward a healthier planet and sustainability. Earth – the one thing we all have in common!
Equity and safety: standing with those who fight for justice and inclusion for all. Kentucky, Appalachia, and the United States belong to all of us, and there's enough to share with everyone. So why shouldn't we?
Got something in mind? Drop me a note!
Let's meet soon ☕
Thank you!