We are a creative studio that provides high-quality design for those who crave bold & creative representation.
who we are
in other words...
We partner with small businesses and help them break out of the background through beautiful, meaningful, and intentional design.
But the heart of what we do extends far past design - it’s about helping people rediscover the soul of their businesses and communicate it to the world. To us, there’s nothing like watching someone regain confidence in their brand, their passion, and themselves.
We are here to listen to our clients, empathize with their needs, and use creative solutions to build a brand that doesn’t just look good, but feels good. A brand that invites your audience to fall in love with your story, not just your product.
You’ve built something incredible, now let’s make sure it gets the attention it deserves.
our "team"
I say 'we' a lot throughout this website - and it's not a lie but probably deserves some clarification. This 'we' situation consists mainly of me, Mak, with some help and support from my beloved partner, Jack. We're a small operation trying to follow our passions and make meaning of the world along the way - probably not too different from yourself.
If I were to boil this whole venture down it would be to this - I am fu*%ing obsessed with creating art that helps others express themselves.
That's it.
My design journey started in the nonprofit world, where I sharpened my skills in graphic design. I later became fascinated with using strategy and functionality within aesthetic design and wanted to know how to bridge the gap between them.
That led me to User Experience Design, which turned out to be the perfect bridge to what I do now with Helldiver. I help small businesses build a visual identity through an intentional, human-centered design process. Then, I take that identity and weave it into a website that’s not just beautiful but intuitive, functional, and designed with real people in mind. Like I said... I'm fu%*ing obsessed.
Why 'Hell diver'?
Beyond our love for these regal creatures, that nickname spoke to us as a small business. Our founder has continually found herself pondering this concept of paradox. The ebbs and flows, highs and lows, all in balance and help to highlight each other's experience. One minute, you're in the clouds flying high, and the next, you're diving headfirst into the unknown, which at times can feel a lot like hell.
To be a business owner, you have to be a helldiver.
We are continually inspired by the northern loon.
These aquatic diving birds are an iconic symbol of northern lakes, known for their haunting calls, striking red eyes, and beautiful spotted patterns. These birds are expert divers, they can stay underwater for up to five minutes while hunting for prey. It’s no wonder they’ve earned the nickname “hell divers.”
