Your brand has claws.

Let’s Sharpen them.

Freelance graphic design rooted in cohesive brand identities and marketing creative that bring clarity, confidence, and personality to authors, nonprofits, and growing businesses.

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Our Story

Design that supports real goals.

Black Cat Creative takes its name from my two constant studio companions, Ruhn and Riddie, who frequently “oversee” projects from my desk and occasionally make cameo appearances during client calls. Their quiet presence is a reminder that thoughtful design can be focused, refined, and still human..

Whether you need a full visual identity or ongoing creative support, I help translate your ideas into visuals that feel cohesive and professional across every touchpoint.

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EXPLORE OUR SERVICES

EXPLORE OUR SERVICES

Graphic design layout for "Black Cat Creative" brand featuring logo options with a black cat silhouette, typography styles including Nexa Rust Script R and Glacial Indifference, and color palette samples in blue and gray tones. Social media icons are included below the branding elements.

BUILD THE FOUNDATION

Logo systems, typography, color palettes, and visual guidelines that create a strong, cohesive identity built to grow with your brand.

Marketing material featuring a furry ball with a laptop and smartphone displaying a website promoting a book titled 'Give Me Mercy' by C.B. O'Malley. The website design includes book cover images and ordering options.

Create the Experience

Thoughtfully designed websites that feel aligned, intuitive, and visually consistent across every device.

A smartphone displaying an Instagram post of a black cat. The phone is surrounded by floating, colorful social media icons, including ones for Instagram, a heart, and a camera, all against a fluffy black background.

Show Up Everywhere

Digital and print creative — from social and email to signage, packaging, and event materials — designed to keep your brand cohesive and confidently visible.

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Client Reviews

“I’ve worked with Chelsea for over six years and continue to collaborate with her today. We first connected early in her career, and as I’ve moved through different roles and companies, she’s remained my go-to freelance graphic designer. Chelsea has a strong ability to understand brand identity and consistently delivers well-designed, on-brand creative assets. She’s highly talented, communicates clearly, meets deadlines, and is always receptive to feedback. I’ve really valued our long-standing partnership.”

— Maggie Walsh Deaver

Executive Director of Marketing at Sports Reference

“Chelsea is an incredibly talented graphic designer. She can take the tiniest bit of direction and run with it ensuring client success every time. In working with her for over 10 years I’m always impressed with every design.”

— Justin Obey

Founder at Obey Creative

“In 25+ years of working with graphic designers, Chelsea is undoubtedly the most talented. If you hire her, she better be telling you that she’ll never stop helping us too!”

— J. Alain Ferry

Director at RACE Cancer Foundation

“Chelsea is a one-in-a-million designer! It’s always such a pleasure working with her. She’s the perfect mix of creativity, skill, and professionalism. Her designs are thoughtful, polished, and always spot-on for the project. Plus, she’s a joy to communicate with—positive, responsive, and reliable. I’d happily recommend her to anyone looking for an amazing graphic designer.”

— Kathleen Ferry

Founder at XCL Sports