Creative Direction + Community Storytelling
Hues of hendricks county
HUES of Hendricks County is a community-driven initiative focused on elevating and celebrating local creatives through storytelling, curation, and visual expression. The project centered on creating a cohesive creative direction that honored individual voices while presenting a unified, intentional experience.
Rather than positioning HUES as a traditional brand, the goal was to create a platform that felt editorial, inclusive, and thoughtfully curated.
outcome
HUES emerged as a cohesive and recognizable creative initiative that highlighted local talent while maintaining a clear point of view.
The project demonstrated how thoughtful creative direction can unify diverse voices into a meaningful, community-centered experience.
postcards+Handouts
all the pieces
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The primary challenge was balancing diverse creative contributors with the need for a consistent visual and narrative thread. Each participant brought a distinct perspective and style, and the brand needed to hold space for that individuality without feeling fragmented or inconsistent.
The work required sensitivity, restraint, and a strong curatorial point of view.
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Creative Director
Visual Curation
Brand Direction
I led the creative direction for HUES, shaping the overall aesthetic, tone, and presentation while collaborating closely with contributors to ensure their work felt authentically represented.
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Rather than imposing a rigid brand system, I approached HUES as a curatorial experience—similar to an editorial feature or gallery exhibition.
Key decisions included:
Establishing a visual framework that allowed flexibility without chaos
Guiding contributors on presentation while preserving their voice
Prioritizing cohesion through tone, pacing, and storytelling rather than uniform visuals
The focus was on creating connection and flow across the experience.
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The resulting creative direction balanced consistency and individuality, allowing each story to stand on its own while contributing to a larger narrative. Visual and tonal guidelines were used as guardrails, not constraints, ensuring the platform felt intentional, inclusive, and elevated.
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HUES emerged as a cohesive and recognizable creative initiative that highlighted local talent while maintaining a clear point of view. The project demonstrated how thoughtful creative direction can unify diverse voices into a meaningful, community-centered experience.
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Creative direction and visual curation
Contributor guidance and alignment
Storytelling framework
Cohesive presentation across touchpoints
on-site signage
+social media