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U.S. based brand designer and creative director creating custom illustrations

Need help with branding or an illustration project? Get in touch via the inquiry link below, or explore our frequently asked questions for more information about our process and services.

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wellness and lifestyle brand design for thoughtfully crafted packaging and brand experiences

Frequently Asked Questions

  • I specialize in custom hand-drawn illustrations, bespoke logo design, comprehensive brand identity development, distinctive merch and print designs, strategic website design, and visual direction.

  • Project timelines vary and truly depend on the services selected, scope, and complexity. In all stages of our work together I maintain clarity, communication, and intentional touch-bases to align and move the project forward cohesively.

  • Absolutely! I specialize in crafting entirely new designs as well as and refreshing existing identities with new visuals. Specifically, for refreshes, I will work closely with you to evolve your current brand while honoring its core essence, ensuring it resonates with your updated vision and target audience. Protecting the aspects of your brand that are working and reimagining any aspects that need more cohesion and alignment.

  • Our work together is a thoughtfully refined, proven process designed to bring clarity and tangible results to your vision. We follow a cohesive four-part process to ensure every project is rooted in strategy and aligned with your goals.

    1. Discovery Call: We'll start with a free discovery call to connect, explore your vision, and discuss your project needs to ensure we are a good fit.

    2. Strategic Exploration: This is a deep dive into your brand's core. We'll unearth your values, define your target audience, and find the clarity needed to make your brand stand out.

    3. Alignment & Visioning: Based on our strategy, we will create a moodboard and refined visual direction to ensure our creative vision is in perfect alignment before any design work begins.

    4. Design Execution & Delivery: This is where we bring everything together through creative exploration. I’ll share the design direction, allow you to choose a final design and refine it based on your feedback. Then I’ll package everything up and hand-off your ready-to-use files.

  • Every project is unique, so there is no one-size-fits-all price. I offer a variety of service tiers, packages, and add-ons. Based on your specific needs, goals, and investment level we will figure out the best fit for you. All pricing is reflective of the care and extensive original design work created for each client. For a detailed quote, please click here so we can discuss your project and define a package tailored to you.

  • Yes, absolutely. I operate out of a mobile design studio and collaborate with clients everywhere. All of our communication is seamlessly conducted via email & video call, making it easy to work together no matter where you are.

  • That’s my favorite place to start! The visionary in you is likely full of ideas, but strategy can really help bring them all together. In these sessions we’ll work together to uncover and define your brand's purpose, hone in on your target audience, identify your differentiators in your market. Everything we do in these strategic sessions is the foundation for any design decisions so this is the perfect place to begin.

  • Once your project is finalized, you will receive a comprehensive file package. This typically includes a variety of file types for both web and print, such as AI, EPS, PDF, SVG, and high-resolution PNG files. Not only do you receive this expansive collection of ready-to-use files, but I also offer clear guidance on how and when to use each asset type. This ensures you have everything you need to get right to putting your designs to use in the real world.

  • Yes, while a full brand identity package offers the most cohesive and impactful result, I also have a specific package for logos. Logo services at any stage require colors, typography pairings, imagery treatments and flexible variants to support all your print and digital applications. All designs at By Hand are custom, hand-crafted so the investment will match that level of detailed, original design work.

  • Yes, I offer fully responsive website designs for a variety of platforms including platforms such as Squarespace, Shopify, Wordpress. In our work together we will start by defining your scope to understand your needs and requirements, assess plugin workflows, and integrations to support your business needs. Book a call to learn more!

engaging brand design and social media direction for brands creating human connection and conscious businesses caring about the earth
brand design business cards for a herbalist and coastal brand in Boston
bespoke wellness brand design with hand-crafted logo designs and unique brand design

Request to Work With By Hand

Meet Dena Jane, the owner and designer of By Hand Designs, from Boston, Massachusetts she crafts original logos, custom illustrations, and visual directions for modern brands and timeless community-driven businesses

At By Hand, I am as conscious about my partnerships as I am my designs. I believing that co-creating with intentional and aligned brands is the foundation for achieving truly remarkable and resonant outcomes.

When taking on new clients, my capacity is thoughtfully curated to ensure every client receives the deep strategic focus and custom hand-drawn artistry their vision deserves.

I currently commit to designing for a select number of purpose-driven brands each quarter. This application is the first step in exploring the possibility of our partnership. It is designed to ensure our values, aesthetic, and strategic goals are in perfect alignment.

Please allocate a few minutes to share your vision thoughtfully. I look forward to reviewing your request.