I feel lucky to be in DC, the destination of the monks long journey for peace, where Venerable Bhikkhu Pannakara spoke at nearby American University’s Bender Arena. Seeing them in their saffron robes was a visual reminder to slow down. Their journey wasn't just about the miles on the road; it was about the journey inward. For me, its a needed reminder to make time to return to my yoga mat, to continue to share my yoga joy and passion when teaching, and continue to find ways to take my yoga (the union of mind, body and spirit) into the world.

They say a picture is worth a thousand words. In the fast-paced world of digital payments, where complex jargon like ACH, RTP®, and Risk Compliance can quickly overwhelm, a well-designed icon is worth even more: it’s worth instant understanding.

We recently had the pleasure of partnering with Wespay to refresh their visual toolkit with a suite of custom line-art icons. The goal? To take their diverse range of member offerings—from education and advocacy to technical payment support—and make them immediately accessible through high-end design.

At the recent American Society of Association Executives (ASAE) meeting—the "association for associations"—the directive for 2026 was clear: to thrive in a shifting landscape, organizations must rebuild around digital experiences. But as we move toward a digital-first sponsor strategy, a crucial truth remains: Print is the anchor of credibility.

At Studio Red Design, we help associations navigate this "Media Harmony." It’s not about choosing between digital and print; it’s about using each to build a seamless, high-trust environment for members and sponsors alike. We help associations bridge their aesthetics consistently across their print needs (as conference materials, ads, posters, signage…) to their more daily digital presence.

When people think of "branding," they often think of a static logo. But for an organization like the American Public Transportation Association (APTA), branding is a constant evolution. Since 2008, Studio Red Design has had the privilege of designing the "look and feel" for APTA’s most significant events, creating a visual narrative that moves as fast as the industry itself.

At Oakcrest, empowering young women is at the core of everything we do. As we embark on the journey of designing a magazine tailored for our vibrant community, we are guided by a vision of celebrating the strength, intelligence, and creativity of each and every girl. One of the key elements we're incorporating into the magazine design is the use of big hero images. These striking visuals serve as powerful statements, capturing the essence of Oakcrest and highlighting the diverse talents and achievements of our students.

The Evolution of The Heights School Publication: We have had the joy of partnering with The Heights School for over two decades of magazine design, reflecting the school's growth, evolution, and unwavering commitment to excellence.

Your school’s brand isn't just a logo; it’s the way your community feels when they open a magazine, walk through your halls, or receive an invitation.

At Studio Red Design, we specialize in helping educational institutions:

• Solidify Consistency: Ensuring your message is clear and your look is unified across all platforms.

• Grow Your Brand: Reaching new families while staying true to your founding mission.

• Build Community: Creating materials that make alumni, parents, and students proud to belong.

Looking to the future? Let’s talk. Whether you’re planning a capital campaign or looking to refresh your school’s magazine, we’re ready to help you inform, engage, and inspire.

The Vision: A Visual Dialogue

When an institution has 50 years of history to showcase, the design needed to tell a story. Our creative direction for the anniversary logo, invitation, and program centered on a powerful visual juxtaposition: the then and the now.

To bring the 50-year legacy to life, we developed a layout strategy that paired history with modern progress:

• The Legacy (Left): On the left side of our spreads, we utilized archival, grayscale photography. these images served as a soulful nod to the Smithsonian’s beginnings and the foundational moments of the last five decades.

• The Future (Right): On the right, we paired those historical moments with vibrant, full-color imagery. These contemporary photos showcased the living, breathing impact of the Smithsonian today.

The Taggart Tinies is an homage to Edward Gorey’s Gashlycrumb Tinies about highlights from 2025.

At Studio Red Design, we believe in the tactile power of print—the gravity a piece of design holds when it can be touched, turned, and lived with. When it comes to honoring the legacies of our loved ones, the tangible is not just an aesthetic choice; it is a necessity for the heart. We have had the honor of creating soft-cover books to prayer cards, memorial programs and photo collages.

A trip to Spain! Taking the time to simply experience a different culture and a different pace of life was invaluable. It's amazing how much perspective you gain just by observing how others live, eat, and celebrate.

It’s an honor to work with the International Campaign for Tibet (ICT) and help with the graphics surrounding His Holiness’s birthday. We began by grounding the concepts with classic creative techniques, sketching various layouts with pencil and refining initial concepts in InDesign. This deliberate, iterative approach ensured the final look was deeply considered and perfectly embodied the campaign's spirit of hope and resilience. Once the aesthetic was decided—one that was both visually arresting and universally accessible—the challenge shifted from creation to global distribution. By translating the finalized design assets from our professional software into a versatile, user-friendly platform like Canva, we achieved a crucial goal: client empowerment.

The Heights School shared their annual report, and it’s getting rave reviews! We worked closely with The Heights to translate their vision of creating a new structure for their report. They wanted to elevate the tone and impact of the report, highlighting special moments throughout the year with meaning short stories paired with gorgeous landscape images.

At Studio Red Design, we exist to help mission-driven organizations and institutions—especially those focused on sustainability and environmental care—make their vision a reality. We see our role with OLS as more than just graphic design; it’s about being their creative partner.

Our work is to ensure that OLS’s vital commitment to a circular economy and responsible resource management is communicated clearly, beautifully, and effectively. We have been helping with advertisements, t-shirt designs, sticker promotional materials, and more. We bring a conscientious eye and a creative heart to tell the powerful story of how OLS clients are decreasing both their corporate stress and their environmental footprint.

Forget a simple logo wrap. The OLS Go Green team went full-throttle on creative messaging, using hundreds of distinct, custom-designed stickers to completely transform the Buzz.

Crucially, there’s a wonderful hippie/flower power undertone to the entire design. This isn't just modern corporate green; it's a nod to the original environmental movement, blending '70s counter-culture aesthetics with 21st-century sustainability goals. You see it in the flowing shapes, the bright, optimistic color palettes, and the overall message of peace, love, and keeping Mother Earth clean. It’s groovy design for a crucial cause!

Picture this: the salty air of the Atlantic, the charming, cobbled streets of Portland, Maine, and an entire weekend dedicated to the dazzling, delightful world of beadwork. That’s exactly what a group of us lucky ladies got to experience on a recent mini-retreat at the incredible Museum of Beadwork.

In July 2011, a transcendent event unfolded in the heart of Washington, D.C.—the Kalachakra for World Peace, a gathering dedicated to fostering global unity and enlightenment. As designers entrusted with capturing the essence of this sacred occasion, we embarked on a journey to create an array of materials, including a distinctive logo, outdoor banners, internal signage, print ads, event postcards, and event programs. Our mission was clear: to infuse every design element with the spirit of peace, harmony, and spiritual awakening.

When people think of graphic design, they picture sleek interfaces, trendy typography, maybe a logo that pops. But for those of us in the trenches—designers who wrestle with the raw chaos of content—graphic design isn’t just about looking good. It’s about control. Movement. Struggle. Graphic design is wrestling. No, we’re not talking folding chairs and top ropes (though we’ve had our fair share of flying deadlines). We’re talking about the mental match of taking unruly, scattered information—text, images, color, hierarchy—and pinning it into a clear, consumable form.

We love brainstorming! We partnered with APTA to create a wealth of design ideas of possible looks for their 2025 conferences that are hosted around the country. We wanted it to be bright and engaging with the development of unique patterns and color palettes. We landed on a vibrant color palette with gradients that created movement to reflect the transportation association.

At Studio Red Design, we’re proud to collaborate with Stacy Swiderski Consulting. Stacy works with photographers on all aspects of their work and brand, from creative coaching and portfolio development to website and project edits, as well as providing personalized marketing support. Through our work together, we create custom print promotions that elevate the work of photographers like Scott Suchman, Rebecca Drobis, Lee Morton, Andrea Joseph, Andy Ryan, the Rathkopfs, and more. As Stacy says, “Brands are belief systems.” Through high-quality direct mail pieces—brochures, postcards, and booklets—we leverage the tactile power of print to leave a lasting impression that digital just can't match.