October Update
Shapes & Colors has been steady this year with existing client work and new business coming in. We had a staff change mid-year (more on that later) but otherwise have been fairly consistent with our workload since January.
We have enjoyed the branding, website and graphic design projects coming our way and wanted to share a few updates on our client roster and portfolio work.
Brands launched
Brand design for Evan Bell Photography, an architectural photographer and drone videographer.
Brand design for Life: Organized, a practical estate planning organizational service.
Brand design for Women Inspire Me, a community event planning, support group, and lifestyle coaching company.
Brand design for the 40th Annual Innsbrook Classic Golf Tournament.
Brand design for Virginia Alliance for Peer Support, a statewide organization that supports mental health, addiction, healing and recovery journeys.
Brand design for the RVA Champions program, an initiative of Richmond Region Tourism that recognizes local folks who bring major events to the RVA region.
Staff Update
Shapes & Colors had a staff change mid-year when Maria Stone, our Account Coordinator, departed for a full-time position. Having been a creative entrepreneur herself, Maria brought an eye for detail, organization and process development that has left us in a better position than when she started.
We miss having Maria around but wish her nothing but success in her new role.
Good luck Maria! We’ll miss you!
If you’d like to keep up with Maria’s creative work (beautifully illustrated pottery) – you can find her at Maria Stone Studio on Instagram.
Websites edited or launched
Melody Joy Short, entrepreneurial consultant and small business advocate, Wix website
Maggie Walker Community Land Trust, housing affordability nonprofit, WordPress website
The Stallings Foundation, philanthropic organization supporting work with children and recovery, Squarespace website
Mr. Submarine & Sal’s Pizza, sandwich shop and Italian restaurant, Wix website
The Hive Bar & Grill, a new restaurant that opened in Jackson Ward, Wix website
We’ve continued to work with our long-term client, Girls For A Change, on their WordPress website updates
Piggy’s Deli & Pub, a restaurant that opened north of Richmond near Ashland, photo and menu updates, pre-existing Wix website
We manage and update the WordPress website for Richmond Sports Massage
Graphic Design Projects
Bifold trade show piece for Richmond Region Tourism
We support our client Hallmark Receiving with weekly Instagram content
We helped the Swansboro Place development team with an investor pitch deck design
We created a large printed restaurant menu for Mr. Submarine & Sal’s Pizza
Closing ceremony program booklet design for Girls For A Change
Patient referral card for Richmond Sports Massage
Kaleidoscope has been a MAJOR success.
I launched an in-person networking group at my co-working space, Gather Arts downtown. The focus has been on on intentional networking and masterminding with other business owners.
In our first six months, members have collaborated on new business and supported each other through the following business challenges:
• hiring, training and firing employees
• what business systems are right for our needs
• how to niche down
• refining our elevator pitch
• navigating core audience pivots
• cleaning up our messaging
• upgrading our sales processes
• working with challenging clients
• working with challenging partners
Are you an entrepreneur looking for intentional networking and accountability with likeminded business owners? Consider applying for a seat at our table. We are 8 members strong.
We have one more free visitor day coming up before year-end. Register on the website, linked below.
