The gal behind the curtain
The gal behind
the curtain
The gal behind
the curtain
Hi, I’m Krista!
Hi, I’m Krista!
With nearly two decades of experience, I’ve worked on just about everything from creating brands from scratch to building online storefronts and creative consulting for fledgling businesses. I bring a strategic approach with an eye for the small details and a genuine love for helping bring the brand of your dreams to reality!
My client roster includes the likes of Draper James, Frances Valentine, Industry West, International African American Museum, RMS Beauty, Charleston Wine + Food and more!
With nearly two decades of experience, I’ve worked on just about everything from creating brands from scratch to building online storefronts and creative consulting for fledgling businesses. I bring a strategic approach with an eye for the small details and a genuine love for helping bring the brand of your dreams to reality!
My client roster includes the likes of Draper James, Frances Valentine, Industry West, International African American Museum, RMS Beauty, Charleston Wine + Food and more!
My design philosophy is simple,
make good work and have a good time
My design philosophy is simple, make good work and have a good time
My design philosophy is simple, make good work and have a good time
People First
I take the time to understand you and your business, as well as your audience, and what matters to them so we can make something that looks great and works for the people it's meant for.
I take the time to understand you and your business, as well as your audience, and what matters to them so we can make something that looks great and works for the people it's meant for.
Good Vibes, Great Results
Good communication makes everything better! I keep things open, clear, and collaborative so we can enjoy the process, make great work together, and feel good about where we're headed.
Good communication makes everything better! I keep things open, clear, and collaborative so we can enjoy the process, make great work together, and feel good about where we're headed.
Every Detail Matters
I sweat the details and give every part of your project the attention it deserves, creating thoughtful designs that feel cohesive and stick with people long after they’ve interacted with them.
I sweat the details and give every part of your project the attention it deserves, creating thoughtful designs that feel cohesive and stick with people long after they’ve interacted with them.
We like computers,
just not as artists.
We like computers,
just not as artists.
We like computers,
just not as artists.
AI can be a useful tool for things like organizing feedback, summarizing research, and taking meeting notes. There are plenty of ways it can make the behind-the-scenes stuff a little easier and cost effective, and I'm all for that.
When it comes to the creative work, I believe art should be made by people. Visual design, writing, and storytelling are deeply human experiences, shaped by our unique perspectives and lived experiences. The best way to connect with other humans is through work that comes from a human and that’s something I’ll never outsource to AI.
When you work with me, the art we create for your business will always come from real people, with real thought and care behind every detail.
AI can be a useful tool for things like organizing feedback, summarizing research, and taking meeting notes. There are plenty of ways it can make the behind-the-scenes stuff a little easier and cost effective, and I'm all for that.
When it comes to the creative work, I believe art should be made by people. Visual design, writing, and storytelling are deeply human experiences, shaped by our unique perspectives and lived experiences. The best way to connect with other humans is through work that comes from a human and that’s something I’ll never outsource to AI.
When you work with me, the art we create for your business will always come from real people, with real thought and care behind every detail.
© 2026 Krista Engler, All Rights Reserved — Made in beautiful Charleston, SC with lots of heart.
© 2026 Krista Engler, All Rights Reserved — Made in beautiful Charleston, SC with lots of love.
© 2026 Krista Engler, All Rights Reserved — Made in beautiful Charleston, SC with lots of love.