Website Design for Illustrators, Authors, & Creative entrepreneurs

Building personality-packed, strategy-led websites that help you land dream clients, sell your work, and scale your creative business.

Hi there, I’m Julie.

For nearly a decade, I worked behind the scenes in branding and marketing for small creative businesses, helping makers and artists grow audiences, launch products, and build beautiful, values-driven brands.

But it wasn’t until I designed a few websites for full-time illustrators that something clicked: so many of these wildly talented creatives still had outdated, portfolio-style sites that no longer matched the scale of their success.

Now, I specialize in helping full-time illustrators, authors, and creative entrepreneurs upgrade their websites to match the level of their career with strategic, personality-packed Squarespace sites that support book launches, sell their work and services, and open the door to dream opportunities.

I combine design, brand strategy, and copywriting to create sites that do the heavy lifting without the creative burnout, DIY overwhelm, or decision fatigue that usually comes with a redesign.

How it works

A clear, supportive process for a high-converting website.

1. Clarity Call

We’ll start with a 30-minute call to talk through your vision, goals, and what you need from your website. I’ll walk you through the process, answer your questions, and if we’re a great fit, I’ll send a proposal your way. Once you’re booked, we’ll lock in your spot on my design calendar.

2. Guided Content Prep

You’ll get a welcome packet with everything you need to gather and create your website content—copywriting guides, a branding questionnaire, and links to quality image sources. Everything lives in your Notion client portal, so you’ll always know what’s next.

3. Branding/Homepage

After receiving your questionnaire and content, I’ll create color palettes, curate font pairings, and design your wordmark logo. I'll then use those elements to create the first draft of your homepage!

You’ll have 2 rounds of revisions to ensure everything feels cohesive and aligned with your vision.

4. Full Website Build

With your homepage finalized, I’ll design the rest of your site, ensuring a smooth, easy-to-navigate experience across every page. Your site will be mobile-friendly, optimized for usability, and include essential SEO features like meta descriptions and image alt-text to improve visibility.

5. Launch + Support

Once your site is live, we’ll hop on a call to walk through everything together. You’ll also get access to a library of training videos and a two-week tech support period where I’ll be available for troubleshooting and questions. After that, I’ll send over a post-launch guide with resources to help you confidently manage and grow your site moving forward.

client testimonial

"After over a decade of scrapping together my own portfolio websites and never feeling fully satisfied, I finally hired a professional, and wow, was it worth it."

- Phoebe Wahl, award-winning illustrator, designer, & author

I work with

Full-time creatives who…

  • Are tired of sending fans and dream clients to a site that doesn’t reflect the caliber of their work.

  • Want a personality-packed website that supports launches, sells their books and work, and opens doors to new opportunities.

  • Are clear on what they offer and need a strategic site that communicates that clearly to the right audience.

  • Want a design that’s as high-caliber as their craft and just as functional behind the scenes.

  • Value thoughtful collaboration and want a designer who gets the creative industry and guides the process start to finish.

service breakdown

Brand & Website Design

A strategic, personality-packed Squarespace site for illustrators, authors, and creative entrepreneurs who are ready to transform their outdated portfolio into a high-converting website that supports their growing career.

    • Brand Design – A custom wordmark logo, color palette, and fonts to create a cohesive, recognizable brand.

    • Copywriting Guides – Step-by-step guides for your all of your main pages to help you write with clarity and confidence. (Copywriting services available at an additional cost.)

    • Mobile-Optimized & High-Converting Squarespace Site – Designed for both beauty and functionality, ensuring a seamless user experience across all devices.

    • SEO Fundamentals – Built-in best practices, including meta descriptions, alt-text, and keyword-friendly structures, to help your site get found.

    • Integrations & Automation – Set up for bookings, email marketing, freebies, and Zapier connections to streamline your workflow.

    • Training Library – A collection of easy-to-follow videos so you can confidently update and manage your site.

    • Post-Project Tech Support – Two weeks of support to answer questions and troubleshoot anything after launch.

  • Guided preparation phase, then 6 week design + launch.

  • Starting at 3800 USD

Selected Work

  • “Took my site into a whole new dimension!”

    Julie took the bones of my vision and expanded them beyond the rigid rules I’d set up in my brain over the years about what my website is supposed to look like. I was so blown away by how organized and speedy Julie was. She had so many fantastic ideas about how to organize my body of work and optimize my site overall. I can’t recommend her highly enough!”


    — Phoebe Wahl, Illustrator, Designer, and Author

  • “HOLY MOLY. I don't even know what to say. I mean...holy sh*t. The new website is AMAZING, just amazing. Like, above and beyond anything I could have imagined.”

    - Laura Zander, CEO of Madelinetosh & Jimmy Beans Wool

Frequently Asked Questions

  • I take on only 1 or 2 website projects at a time, which allows me time to give your site focused attention and a faster turnaround. Because of this, I recommend reaching out at least 3 months in advance of your launch, but the best way to check my current availability is by filling out the inquiry form.

  • Your input is essential in making sure your website aligns with your brand and speaks to your audience. At the start, you'll complete a branding questionnaire, gather your images and assets, and write your copy (with the help of my copywriting guides). If you’d rather not handle copywriting yourself, check out the next FAQ for options.

    Once designs are ready, you’ll provide feedback at key points—these review windows will be outlined at the start of the project so you’ll know exactly when to be available. By the time we launch, your website will feel completely aligned with your vision and ready to support your business.

  • The time needed to prepare your content depends on the size of your site and how comfortable you are with writing. Most clients spend about 2–4 weeks on this phase. You’ll receive conversion-focused copywriting guides for the main pages on your site to help streamline the process. If you’d rather not write your own copy, I offer copywriting services as an add-on.

    I’ll also provide you with image uploading guides so you know exactly what types of visual content you’ll need to upload to our shared content folder in your client portal.

    Since content informs design, your website’s design phase can’t begin until all final content is submitted. This ensures everything flows seamlessly and avoids last-minute changes that could delay the process. I know this part takes work, but I’m here to support you every step of the way!

  • I do accept pre-branded projects on a case-by-case basis. If you already have established branding (logos, color palettes, and/or typefaces), I’d love to hear more! I’ll review your existing branding to ensure it aligns with web best practices and accessibility standards. Fill out my contact form, and we can chat about whether we’re a good fit!

  • Absolutely. All websites are designed to be responsive, ensuring they look and function beautifully on desktops and smartphones.

  • Definitely! One of the main reasons I design on Squarespace is to ensure you have full ownership of your site and the ability to make updates yourself. I’ll provide you with training so you feel confident adding and editing content as your business evolves. My goal is for you to feel empowered to manage your website independently—but if you ever need help with updates down the line, I’m available for ad hoc support as needed.

  • Yes. Packages are divided into 3 payments:

    • 34% non-refundable deposit at booking

    • 33% at beginning of design period

    • 33% at the established project launch

  • In addition to my design services, here are a few things to factor into your budget:

    • Squarespace Plan: IYou will need to subscribe to the Core Plan or above, which is a recurring expense for as long as your site is live. (As a client, you’ll receive a 20% discount on your first year.)

    • Domain: If you purchase your domain through Squarespace, the first year is free. After that, it will renew annually.

    • Privacy Policy & Terms: Most countries require websites to disclose how they collect and use visitor data. You can write this yourself, but for full legal protection, I recommend using Termageddon.

    • Email Service Provider: If you want to collect leads or send email campaigns, you’ll need an email marketing platform like Squarespace Email, Flodesk, or Mailchimp. If you already have one, we can integrate it seamlessly into your site.

    • Additional Features: If your site requires premium plugins, third-party tools, or custom integrations, we’ll discuss any extra costs upfront so there are no surprises.

  • Your website will be built on Squarespace. I use Squarespace because it’s user-friendly, reliable, and gives you complete ownership over your site, making it easy for you to manage and update content as needed. Plus, with its built-in features and customizable design options, we can create a beautiful, professional website that truly reflects your brand.

Let’s Get Started

Thank you for stopping by! If you’re interested in working together, please fill out the inquiry form and I’ll get back to you within 3 business days.