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Hello, and welcome! I have been working in the photography world for nearly 20 years, with my clients ranging from models, clothing designers, corporate photographers, the list goes on. While I began in front of the camera, I'm currently strictly on the 'behind the scenes' train and primarily focusing on editing. I have begun working with an array of different styles of photography recently and have loved every edit I've been lucky enough to take the time on. I pride myself on my client satisfaction rate, quick turnaround times, and vast skill set. Whether it is a simple edit or something more complex, I love a new challenge and strive to bring a great finished product to the table.

Your book deserves more than basic formatting and an average cover design. It deserves a professional presentation that captures attention, builds credibility, and create an exceptional reading experience across both print and digital platforms. I help authors, self-publishers, educators, coaches, consultants, entrepreneurs, and publishing companies transform manuscripts and concepts into professionally designed books ready for Amazon KDP, Kindle Direct Publishing, IngramSpark, Lulu, Barnes & Noble Press, and other major publishing platforms. From professional book cover design to complete interior book layout and publishing support, I provide comprehensive book design services that help authors publish with confidence and present their work at the highest standard. My expertise includes Book Cover Design, Children's Book Illustration Layouts, Educational Book Design, Workbook Design, KDP Formatting, Kindle Formatting, eBook Formatting, Paperback Formatting, Hardcover Formatting, Interior Book Design, Book Layout Design, EPUB Conversion, Manuscript Formatting, Journal Design, Planner Design, and Publishing-Ready File Preparation. I work with a wide variety of book categories, including: • Children's Books • Picture Books • Educational Books • Activity Books • Workbooks • Textbooks • Business Books • Self-Help Books • Nonfiction Books • Fiction Books • Memoirs • Journals & Planners • Training Manuals • Coaching & Consulting Books A successful book is not only defined by its content. Readers instantly form an impression based on the cover, page design, typography, illustrations, and overall visual presentation. A professionally designed book improves readability, increases perceived value, strengthens credibility, and creates a memorable experience for readers. Using industry-standard software including Adobe InDesign, Adobe Photoshop, Adobe Illustrator, Affinity Publisher, Kindle Create, Canva Pro, Microsoft Word, and Acrobat Pro, I create publication-ready files optimized for both print and digital distribution. My services include: • Book Cover Design • Children's Book Cover Design • Educational Book Cover Design • KDP Book Formatting • Kindle eBook Formatting • Paperback Formatting • Hardcover Formatting • Interior Book Design • Children's Book Interior Design • Educational Book Interior Design • Workbook & Activity Book Layout Design • Textbook Layout Design • Print-Ready PDF Creation • EPUB Conversion • Clickable Table of Contents • Typography & Chapter Styling • Illustration Placement & Page Composition • Amazon KDP Publishing Support • IngramSpark File Preparation • Book Mockups & Marketing Assets For children's books, I create engaging and visually balanced page layouts that work seamlessly with illustrations, text flow, learning objectives, and age-appropriate reading experiences. Whether it's a picture book, storybook, educational reader, activity book, coloring book, or learning workbook, I ensure every page is designed to keep young readers engaged. For educational books and workbooks, I focus on clear information hierarchy, effective content organization, instructional graphics, diagrams, exercises, worksheets, and learner-friendly layouts that improve comprehension and usability. When designing book covers, my focus is creating visually compelling designs that communicate the book's purpose, appeal to the target audience, and align with industry standards. A strong cover is often the most important marketing asset for a book, making first impressions that influence purchasing decisions. When formatting book interiors, I prioritize readability, consistency, professional typography, visual balance, and publishing compliance. Every page is carefully structured to create a polished and professional reading experience. Clients choose to work with me because I combine creative design expertise with technical publishing knowledge. I understand the requirements of Amazon KDP, Kindle Publishing, IngramSpark, print-on-demand publishing, and digital book distribution, allowing me to deliver files that are fully optimized and publication-ready. Whether you're publishing a children's book, educational workbook, business guide, novel, memoir, planner, or complete book series, I can help bring your vision to life through professional book cover design, interior book design, and publishing support. Let's create a book that looks as professional and impactful as the content you've worked so hard to create.

Capturing a potential customers attention is hard especially with the fast pace of the modern world. It's important that your brands message or product(s) have the ability to stop a viewers seminally endless scrolling whither on social media, online store, or website. I assist Brands in stand out from the crowd with striking imagery. I specialize in creating high-quality product photography that highlights your products' unique features and benefits. As a skilled photographer, I utilize the latest equipment and lighting to meticulously capture every detail of your product. But I don't stop there. My expert retouching techniques then take the raw images and perfect them, removing any imperfections, adjusting color and lighting, and adding final touches to create the perfect image for your product. This results in a final product that not only looks fantastic but also accurately represents your brand and products. Our services include: • Professional product photography • High-end retouching and editing • Customizable lighting and styling to suit your brand • Infographics to highlight product features • On-location and studio shoots • Fast turnaround times • Pricing options to fit any budget I understand that every product is unique, and I take the time to understand your brand and products so that I can create images that truly capture their essence. Whether you're selling handmade jewelry, luxury clothing, or innovative tech products, my expertise and experience will make your products shine. Don't settle for mediocre product images that fail to grab attention and make an impact. Invest in professional photography and retouching services that will help you stand out and sell more. Schedule a consolation today to learn more about how I can help your products reach their full potential.

I am a highly skilled and proficient Freelancer in multiple areas. My fields of expertise include, and are not limited to Photoshop, Graphic Design, and Web development. From Flyers, Logos, and Menus, all the way up to the complex yet not-so-complex-looking and working website you've been considering. Bring your dreams to life, and you won't wait a lifetime ;)

Available for jobs big and small —— With a degree in Commercial Photography, I’ve been retouching for a variety of clients for 16+ years and pride myself on having great attention to detail. I can help with portraits, headshots, real estate, composites, commercial products, and background dropouts. Using Adobe Photoshop, I use a combination of clone tool, color correction, pen tool, and liquefy among others to manipulate an image without sacrificing the original detail. I typically use WeTransfer or Dropbox for large file delivery, but am open to other methods.