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Inkdarling by Ashley
@inkdarling.bsky.social
Designer and illustrator based in Denver, CO. Inspired by traditional tattoo art, calligraphy, and mystical motifs. Follow me on Instagram @inkdarling_
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Check me out on Substack! I’m posting my journey as I go from a 9-5 in tech to building a creative business from scratch as a brand designer and illustrator! ✨

#FreelanceJourney #BrandDesign #Illustration #CreativeEntrepreneur #CreativeBusiness #Inkdarling

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Inkdarling | Ashley | Substack
Documenting my journey as a freelance designer, artist, and illustrator based in Denver, CO, specializing in mystical motifs and tattoo-inspired art, while sharing insights on brand design and creativ...
inkdarling.substack.com
Throwback to one of my favorite branding projects! I created a full suite of brand assets for LoveJoy Collective, an inclusive photography studio—created before I rebranded to Inkdarling!

This one was such a joy to bring to life! More magic lies ahead, so stay tuned! ✨

#branddesign #branding
March 26, 2025 at 3:32 PM
Since I’ve been writing more about brand strategy and creative business, I thought I’d share a bit of my design work too. This is Earthly Delights—a dreamy, vegan bakery brand with apothecary vibes I created as a personal exercise. All in the name of building the kind of work I want to do. ✨
March 19, 2025 at 1:39 AM
Does anyone have any insights on using Medium vs. Substack as a blogging platform? I haven’t used Medium in years and I’m brand new to Substack so my gap in knowledge is vast 😅

#substack #blogging #contentcreator
March 18, 2025 at 11:52 PM
I spent hours yesterday drafting blog posts, organizing calendars, and designing carousels for Instagram. Am I a content creator now?

#contentcreator #creativebusiness #freelancer
March 18, 2025 at 2:32 PM
New Blog Alert! 🚨

This week I’m diving into brand strategy and how a solid strategy can elevate your business! Follow me on Substack for more insights into brand design and creative business! ✨

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#branddesign #brandstrategy #creativebusiness #creativeentreprenuer
Brand Strategy: More Than Just a Logo
A strong brand strategy is the key to building awareness, attracting the right audience, and standing out in a crowded market. Here’s how I can do it for you.
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March 18, 2025 at 2:19 PM
✨May You Sparkle ✨

Hoping your day is full of wonder!

#calligraphy #lettering #aartistsonbluesky #dailyinspiration #motivation
March 13, 2025 at 3:14 PM
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Pinterest updated their terms of use and they're going to use all of the content you saved to train their AI.
Go to options > your privacy rights > disable GenAI
Please do it 🫠
March 7, 2025 at 2:16 AM
I’ve just published my first blog post on Substack! 🎉 I'm sharing my journey from a 9-5 in tech to freelancing as a brand designer and illustrator. Get a behind-the-scenes look at the ups and downs of building a creative business from scratch! ✨

#Inkdarling

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The Freelancer Diaries: From Employee to Entrepreneur
I'm building a creative business from scratch. These are my stories. (Spoiler: I have no idea what I'm doing)
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March 7, 2025 at 5:21 PM
Check me out on Substack! I’m posting my journey as I go from a 9-5 in tech to building a creative business from scratch as a brand designer and illustrator! ✨

#FreelanceJourney #BrandDesign #Illustration #CreativeEntrepreneur #CreativeBusiness #Inkdarling

inkdarling.substack.com?r=5bsctd&utm...
Inkdarling | Ashley | Substack
Documenting my journey as a freelance designer, artist, and illustrator based in Denver, CO, specializing in mystical motifs and tattoo-inspired art, while sharing insights on brand design and creativ...
inkdarling.substack.com
March 7, 2025 at 5:11 PM
Hello Bluesky! 👋🏽 Is this a good place for artists?
January 25, 2025 at 12:37 AM