ToxStrategies

Communicating science

Good design isn't about simplifying ideas. It's about helping people understand them. My ongoing work with ToxStrategies brings me together with scientists, researchers, and technical experts to make complex information more accessible. From technical publications and research posters to conference branding and exhibits, every project presents a new challenge and an opportunity to learn something along the way.

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Information Design Long-Format Publications Data Visualization Scientific Illustration Conference Materials Environmental Graphics

ToxStrategies

Communicating science

Good design isn't about simplifying ideas. It's about helping people understand them. My ongoing work with ToxStrategies brings me together with scientists, researchers, and technical experts to make complex information more accessible. From technical publications and research posters to conference branding and exhibits, every project presents a new challenge and an opportunity to learn something along the way.

Services

Information Design Long-Format Publications Data Visualization Scientific Illustration Conference Materials Environmental Graphics

Serious work. Some fun.

Not every assignment calls for the same approach. I've designed everything from lengthy scientific publications to playful invitations for conference social events. Some projects demand careful organization of dense technical content, while others offer a chance to have fun with illustration, typography, and a theme.

Serious work. Some fun.

Not every assignment calls for the same approach. I've designed everything from lengthy scientific publications to playful invitations for conference social events. Some projects demand careful organization of dense technical content, while others offer a chance to have fun with illustration, typography, and a theme.

A range of printed work

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Making sense of it all

For the International Dioxin Symposium in San Antonio, I developed the event's visual identity and designed an approximately 80-page conference program. Bringing together technical abstracts, schedules, and event information required careful organization and a consistent visual system to help attendees navigate several days of presentations and activities.

Making sense of it all

For the International Dioxin Symposium in San Antonio, I developed the event's visual identity and designed an approximately 80-page conference program. Bringing together technical abstracts, schedules, and event information required careful organization and a consistent visual system to help attendees navigate several days of presentations and activities.

Conference Program Pages

Big ideas. Big deadlines.

For roughly 15 years, I've designed research posters for the Society of Toxicology Annual Conference, often producing 10 to 20 posters in a short window. Working with researchers, I turn dense scientific content, charts, and tables into organized, readable presentations without sacrificing technical accuracy.

Big ideas. Big deadlines.

For roughly 15 years, I've designed research posters for the Society of Toxicology Annual Conference, often producing 10 to 20 posters in a short window. Working with researchers, I turn dense scientific content, charts, and tables into organized, readable presentations without sacrificing technical accuracy.

Conference Posters — 8 feet wide

Science for everyone

For the Pantex Plant near Amarillo, Texas, I designed an approximately 30-page public information booklet explaining environmental cleanup and restoration efforts. The challenge was organizing technical information, maps, diagrams, and photography into a publication that was both accurate and approachable for a general audience.

Science for everyone

For the Pantex Plant near Amarillo, Texas, I designed an approximately 30-page public information booklet explaining environmental cleanup and restoration efforts. The challenge was organizing technical information, maps, diagrams, and photography into a publication that was both accurate and approachable for a general audience.

Pantex Plant Information Booklet

Beyond the lab

I've developed trade show graphics and supporting materials for ToxStrategies and the BlueRidge Life Sciences family of companies, including large-format backdrops, banners, brochures, and tabletop displays. The goal is to bring multiple brands and services together into a cohesive presence that communicates clearly in a busy conference environment.

Beyond the lab

I've developed trade show graphics and supporting materials for ToxStrategies and the BlueRidge Life Sciences family of companies, including large-format backdrops, banners, brochures, and tabletop displays. The goal is to bring multiple brands and services together into a cohesive presence that communicates clearly in a busy conference environment.

Trade Show Booth

Curiosity comes standard

Working with scientists means learning enough about their subjects to ask useful questions and find the right visual approach. Whether it's a technical publication, research poster, or conference exhibit, I enjoy the challenge of making complicated information easier to understand. And after all these years, I'm still learning something new with nearly every assignment.

Curiosity comes standard

Working with scientists means learning enough about their subjects to ask useful questions and find the right visual approach. Whether it's a technical publication, research poster, or conference exhibit, I enjoy the challenge of making complicated information easier to understand. And after all these years, I'm still learning something new with nearly every assignment.

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A campaign built from the ground up

Sarah Dille for AISD

A campaign built from the ground up

Three ways to engage

Three ways
to engage

A quick assignment, a bigger undertaking, or a seat at the table for the long haul. Different projects call for different working relationships.

À la carte

Sort it out

Got a specific design problem or something that needs making? Bring me in, we’ll sort it out, and get it across the finish line.

Project-based

Make it happen

Got a larger project with a lot of moving parts? I can work with you from early thinking through production and final delivery.

Retained

Keep it moving

Need steady creative support over time? I can plug in, learn how your team works, and help keep the work moving forward.

Not sure where your project fits? That's okay.

Got a project, a problem, or just a question? Send it my way.

Frequently Asked Questions

Frequently
Asked Questions

What kinds of projects do you take on?

Branding, websites, campaigns, presentations, publications, events, information design and plenty of things that don’t fit neatly into a category.

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What if I’m not exactly sure what I need?

That’s pretty common. We can start with the problem, the audience and what you’re trying to accomplish, then figure out the right thing to make.

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Can you work with our existing brand?

Absolutely. Not every project needs a rebrand. I’m just as comfortable working inside an established system as I am helping build one from scratch.

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Can you work with our internal team?

Yes. A lot of my work has been done alongside marketing teams, writers, developers, subject-matter experts and other designers.

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Do you take ongoing or contract work?

Yes. That can mean a recurring stream of projects, embedded support for a team, or simply being someone you can call when things get busy.

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Do you build the websites you design?

For the right projects, yes. I currently build in Framer and Squarespace, and can also collaborate with developers when a site needs something more custom.

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How much does a project cost?

It depends on the scope. Some projects are straightforward; others need more discovery, content, production or collaboration. Once I understand what you’re trying to do, I can recommend an approach and provide an estimate.

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How long does a project take?

That varies too. A focused project might take a couple of weeks, while a larger brand or website can take several months. We’ll establish timing before the work begins.

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Do you only work with clients in Austin?

No. I’m based in Austin, but I work with people wherever the project happens to be.

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What if my project doesn’t fit one of these categories?

Good. Some of the most interesting ones don’t. Bring me the problem and we’ll figure out what it needs.

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Good work is rarely a solo act.

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My longest creative partnerships

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