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Modern black sideboard with five white candles on silver holders and a small wooden bowl, set against a plain beige wall.

CREATIVE STUDIO

THOUGHTFUL BRANDING AND STRATEGIC CONSULTING FOR LIFESTYLE, WELLNESS, AND LUXURY REAL ESTATE CLIENTELE.

We’re a boutique brand and growth consultancy based in Austin, Texas

We partner with lifestyle, wellness, and real estate brands to bring clarity to your message, sophistication to your presence, and structure to your growth. But beyond strategy and design, we lead with soul. We care deeply about the work we create and the people we create it with. We love collaborating with those who are passionate about what they’re building, because passion is our DNA. Whatever stage you’re in, whether it’s refining your positioning, launching something new, or finally building the site that reflects the true caliber of your work, we help you bring it to life with purpose and polish.

We’ve successfully launched over 75 strategic brands and high-impact projects.

Over 85% of our new business comes from satisfied clients who refer us to others.

OUR SERVICES

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CLIENT LOVE NOTES

  • "Ella is professional, consistent, reliable and has a keen eye for all things content related. Her attention to detail, positive attitude and solid communication skills makes her a great addition to any creative team. I've worked with her multiple times in the past and she continues to produce quality work every single time. Thank you, Ella!"

    MACK EVELAND, MACK EVELAND PHOTOGRPAHY

  • "My website is a night and day difference; thank you so much!! I’m really happy with how you made it all come together."

    AUSTIN EDWARDS, 2ND WIND NUTRITION

  • "If you are looking for a branding consultation that will help you better connect with your audience, or a website redesign that will help you better tell your story, then you need look no further than Gabriella Nolen. She is exceptionally creative and a refreshingly professional communicator who will not just meet your expectations—she will exceed them."

    SPENCER COURSEN, THREAT MANAGEMENT EXPERT

  • "Ella helped several of my businesses in so many ways and would be a true asset to anyone starting a company, rebranding, or needing an updated strategy. She is so easy to work with and can do just about anything from social media to websites, editing content, or anything related to marketing. I can't say enough about Ella and what an asset she is to anyone and everyone... I highly recommend her."

    BRENDA SEALY-ALEXANDER, HILL COUNTRY PLANNING

  • "My website is a way to ‘see’ me. I attribute my collectors and acceptance into workshops—with admission by application or invitation only—to my website. I am seen as more than a ‘self taught’ artist. My website is compelling and beautiful. I am grateful for and thoroughly enjoy working with a talented creative who checks in periodically to keep my website aligned with my emerging truest self. Ella is a professional, loyal articulate!"

    ELIZABETH ANNA NOLEN, ARTIST

  • "I can't sing enough praises for Ella Creative Studio's exceptional delivery. From the moment I communicated my vision for the logo and overall aesthetic of my small batch pottery shop, I was left in awe by what was created. The results encapsulate the essence of our brand flawlessly, radiating a natural and organic look that feels perfectly aligned with our ethos. I couldn't be more delighted with the outcome! Ella truly exceeded my expectations."

    ANNA CLARE, THRO BOTTEGA

  • "You created perfection. Seriously, I love everything about what you sent {logo & brand design}. I can visualize those designs on merch, on a store front, on marketing materials. They really embody everything I want my business to evoke. Ah! I’m so excited!"

    KYNDAL PATTESON, HAIR BY KYNDAL

  • "It has been amazing to have Ella on the team and I am really excited to have her be more involved. There are so many things going on in my world and it has been great having her be the glue to a lot of this stuff."

    MATT CHOI, CREATOR

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