Our Journal

Reflections after 3 personal rebrands and 7 years in the digital design world, a recent branding revelation from working with a dear client, and a very exciting rebrand announcement

A fresh perspective on what creativity can look like without any structure, reflections around breaking “rules” in life that don’t serve us, and leaning into whatever feels best in different seasons.

studio domka celebrated 2 official freelance design years this January! Here are the 5 biggest takeaways from my business journey to date.

The power of mindful, intentional moments in branding — how details and emotion influence brand loyalty (and can garner more of it).

Takeaways from my recent visit to Heirloom Market and how presence and curiosity allowed me to appreciate all of the special details

Reflections on this past year, my biggest takeaways, and the importance of taking time to celebrate milestones along the journey

How I'm leaning into the senses for more intentional moments before the hectic-ness of holiday season arrives

The impact solo traveling has had on my life and how a most recent trip to Miami deepened my relationship with Self

I recently revisited my Master’s of Architecture Thesis — here are the deep insights that emerged connected to my current personal and creative growth journeys

Abstract oil paint stokes, delicate pressed flowers, organic pencil strokes, and simple artist’s tape come together in this month’s beauty bedroom gallery

Deep reflections on my latest abstract art practice, plus some fun case study explorations featuring Monet, Pollock, Duchamp, and Mondrian

Pressed flower and textured paper explorations for this month’s bedroom gallery, inspired by a recent handmade card for my mom featuring delicate florals

The top five reasons why I’ve formed a recent love affair with Scandinavian decor — plus, why I’m outfitting my apartment in this Nordic style

Finding softness, comfort, and nostalgia from my most-recent Pinterest perusing — how these pressed flower images are stirring up some heartfelt childhood memories

Lots of fun in the studio with this month’s bedroom gallery series, featuring abstract home explorations with oil paints and artist’s tape

The beautiful parallels I’m drawing between Alvar Aalto's pillars from the Villa Mairea and the jute rope bindings I integrate in my custom stationery pieces

Amidst all of the goings-on in the world, today I’m slowing down to appreciate the carefully-curated / innately-intentional / highly-sensorial / architectural moments of this masterpiece

Since having to work at home, fitness at home, and happy hour at home, I’ve gathered together this collection of home-esque imagery to compliment this new home-norm

Even though museums are closed down, I’m perusing the Whitney’s online archives and finding an unexpected comfort from the beautiful work of Edward Hopper

Quarantine life has inspired me to reconnect with my handmade artmaking practice and test a personal monthly “bedroom gallery” initiative. This month’s theme: beauty abstract pencil explorations