Sarah Self Studios

I've been quiet on social media, but it's a new year and I have some big news to share -- I was selected as the artist for the official Christmas card of the Evangelical Lutheran Church in America, which was mailed to thousands around the globe. What an honor! One more reason I am filled with gratitude as we enter 2020.

The day has finally come...THEME LAUNCH DAY for the ELCA Youth Gathering! This logo sure speaks to my soul. My prayer is that it speaks to the 30,000 youth (and countless others) who will be impacted by what happens in Minneapolis in 2021 as well. #logodesign #branding #ELCAYG2021

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As they get ready to host an exciting new fundraiser tomorrow night, I thought it was a perfect moment to share some of the work I've done for the team at The Center for Loss and Bereavement in recent months. I am in awe of this organization's compassion, breadth of knowledge, and critical services for community members as they experience grief and loss. Wishing you so much success tomorrow night, Emily and team!

Back home. Time for reflection. #elcayg2021

Excited to see this logo and icons for SEPA Youth out in the big, wide world this week! #sepayouth #southdakota #faithwideopen #logodesign #lutheran #servanttrip

I am so excited to see this brand refresh come to life in digital spaces! My friend Bob Fisher did an incredible job managing this big task for Southeastern Pennsylvania Synod (SEPA), ELCA, and I was so grateful to play a small role in supporting his vision. Exciting change and growth ahead for this synod, and now its logo is telling the same vibrant story!

I love that Bear Creek Camp wanted fresh, vibrant colors for their summer theme this year. It feels a little fun-80s-retro to me (AND my own teenage camper approves)...can't wait to see how it all comes to life on shirts and signage, the next two things on my project list!

The first Pantone Color of the Year I've actually liked in quite a few years...who wants me to design something for them in a lovely shade of #LivingCoral this year?! :)

I love to watch my clients take a brand and run with it. Especially when it's an incredible local business owner like Marci Thear. (p.s. Her next group starts Feb. 5th. Sign up now!) ---> "Ready to make some lifestyle changes? Let’s do it. Healthy 56 is an all inclusive program, nutrition, mindset and fitness. It fits. All sizes. This is not a diet...It is a lifestyle change that will get you to healthy. Proven results. Hit me up with your excuses. Group starting Feb 5th. Let’s do this. Support, menus, accountability = Results." -- Marci Thear, MPH, CPT, Dig In Fitness, LLC

I hope this new year brings you fresh starts, creative sparks, and joy in whatever it is you get to do each day. I've been quiet here on Facebook lately, but I am looking forward to catching you up on all of the fun projects I've been working on! Hello and happy 2019, friends.

I've wrapped up my final design project for the 2018 ELCA Youth Gathering -- two excellent curriculum guides for cross-generational and young adult groups. And I have to admit I'm going to miss this logo and color palette, even after more than two years of use and 2,000+ files! #bittersweet #ELCAYG2018 (In case you're interested, the downloadable guides are available here: https://www.elca.org/Resources/ELCA-Youth-Gathering)

One of my favorite projects this summer has been working with Marci at Dig In Fitness, LLC to launch her new "Healthy 56" Wellness Program -- and now she is CRUSHING it during her big promo week! We worked together to up her branding game with a fresh logo, new printed rack card and easy-to-use digital images so she can share them across social media channels. Having the right visual tools at her fingertips means she doesn't have to worry about her brand. Instead, she can focus on helping her clients with nutrition, fitness and mindset in the months ahead!