cultivating the brand
introducing
Think of this as a self-paced, brand expression journey that blends strategy with application, guiding you through a mix of audio and video lessons, live demos, and powerful exercises that help you see your brand in a new way. Rather than the technical how-to-tutorials you could find online, Cultivating the Brand shares insights into our exact thought process, approach, considerations, and perspectives around meaningful brand expression. The goal is to show you what’s possible and to help you apply the same foundation and framework to your brand creation process in a way that feels accessible and true to who you are – even with minimal technical design skill.
Build a brand that reflects who you are and how you want to be perceived
As dynamic creatives, change is natural. But as we evolve, our brand doesn’t always keep up. What once felt aligned can start to feel distant, like it no longer reflects the depth or direction we’ve grown into. And in that space, it’s easy to feel overwhelmed, unsure how to bridge who we were with who we’re becoming.
Over the past years, I’ve had countless conversations with photographers and creative founders who feel this exact way. They know what they want to express – or more importantly, how they want to feel when they think about their brand – but somewhere between strategy, visuals, and storytelling, the process starts to feel disconnected.
We feel torn between figuring it out alone or outsourcing everything, when in reality, what we need is space. Space to explore. To question. To create with intention.
Here's How it works
A self-paced workshop to help you build your brand with clarity, guidance, and intention – no design experience required
The structure
Although mostly video-based, this course is designed to feel approachable and honest, with both guided discussions and candid, unscripted demos that show the real decision-making and creative process behind building a brand. Some modules also include audio versions if you prefer to listen on the go. However you choose to engage – this space is designed to support you on this ever-evolving brand journey.
A digital brand-building environment with in-depth guided discussions, candid demos, supporting resources, and so much more
Here's How it works
key areas of exploration
Some key areas of exploration include:
✓ The foundational questions to answer before you even think about opening a design tool – so your brand is grounded in substance and meaning
✓ How to use language, emotion, and storytelling to create a deeper connection with yourself and your people
✓ Practical ways to let AI support your process without ever replacing your voice and intuition, or relying solely on its output
✓ Ways to gather inspiration from elements beyond your industry, including life, art, culture, and nature
✓ A collection of hands-on demonstrations for building colour palettes, choosing fonts, conceptualizing logos, and shaping a website direction
Inviting you into the mind of a brand strategist, Cultivating the Brand encourages you to explore the deeper questions, frameworks, and perspectives that shape meaningful brand expression
inside the workshop
✓ 6 in-depth modules with over 6 hours of guided discussions, and 20+ curated lessons
✓ A full fictional brand build, so you can see the entire process unfold from idea to real-life expression
✓ Downloadable templates and resources to support you even further (valued at over $350)
✓ A one-page website template for inspiration and application (based on the fictional brand we’re creating in the workshop)
✓ Lifetime access to future updates and new materials (bonus videos will be added to the curriculum based on your questions)
During the beta season, you’ll also receive:
✓ A 1:1 feedback session with me
✓ A chance to help shape the experience through your questions, insights and reflections
✓ Exclusive beta pricing of $700 CAD
Here’s what’s waiting for you inside
"It’s hard to put into words how special it was working with Artisanth. Creating something custom with you was a truly unique experience and one I would repeat a thousand times over."
A call that naturally lasted far longer than I thought it would cemented the fact that I wanted Savannah to be the one to re-design my website and rebrand my business. She was so warm and creative in her ideas, our communication styles aligned, and she understood my vision from the start including how I wanted to be seen by my clients. She is the most talented artist and a really beautiful person, and I’m so pleased that we found each other for this project.
Claire Fleck, from claire fleck photography
"Savannah has a way of truly understanding and translating a vision into something even more beautiful than imagined. Beyond her talent, she's an absolute joy to work with."
Working with Savannah was an absolute dream! From the moment we began, she took the time to understand my vision, my brand, and what I wanted my website to represent. The entire process was easy, collaborative, and incredibly inspiring. Savannah truly elevated my online presence. I would recommend Artisanth to anyone looking for a thoughtful, talented, and dedicated designer who goes above and beyond!
Maddie Mellott, from Maddie Mellott photography
"Since launching my new website and brand identity, I've immediately seen a shift and uptik in inquiries aligned with the direction of my brand and more importantly, I feel more confident in how I'm showing up and what I have to offer."
Hiring Savannah to redesign my website was one of the best decisions I've made for my brand. Initially I was scared to invest so much, but I'd do it all over again in a heartbeat. Savannah has a rare gift of understanding what you're trying to say (even if you don't fully know). I cannot thank her enough.
Evelyn Barkey, from evelyn barkey photography
“You know when you have a friend who’s always there for you, no matter any situation, without any judgment and giving you all the love? That is what working with Savannah felt like.”
Savannah will dive into your world and you will end up with the most beautiful and meaningful site/brand you ever dreamed of. Her faith in you will inspire you and there’s no better feeling than that. Her creativity and attention to detail are so mesmerizing. She made the experience so enjoyable with an easy to follow process. Thank you, from the bottom of my heart for everything – a dream come true.
Bella Chavez, from bella chavez photography
"Never could I have envisioned the extent of artistry Savannah would infuse into Oak & Bergamot to make it into a brand & website as unique as myself."
Thank you for expressing our business in a way that we could have never imagined possible. You have transformed our entire business/brand image with so much grace and professionalism. You have turned something ordinary into extraordinary. Thank you for doing all that you do.
Evelyne, Founder of Oak & Bergamot
"Working with Savannah was an absolute JOY! From start to finish she was amazing to collaborate with. I couldn't imagine trusting anyone else with this."
She continued to surprise me with her talents and eye for design and created a site I finally felt connected with. She really worked with my vision while also giving wonderful suggestions, and the result was everything I could've wanted and more. If your website is in need of some love, you should absolutely reach out to Savannah. You'll be in the best hands!
Catherine goce, Founder of Catherine goce photography
"I wanted a brand & website that was not only beautiful but also easy to navigate for my clients. Savannah had an incredible vision for me and she got me there perfectly. I am so happy with the outcome and she is also (probably) the sweetest person in the world. "
Most people have hesitations in trying to find someone who’s going to fulfil all the exceptions you have (especially as a creative with a vision yourself). I was amazed with everything – it was more than I would have thought possible despite knowing she would do a great job.
Charlotte Kareena, Founder of Char Van Am Photography
“Savannah is so amazing at asking the right questions to really get to know you and your business and the final result is an online space that truly allows me to connect with clients who value the same things that I do!”
I chose to invest in copyediting along with web design and it was honestly one of the best things I could have done. When I read through her first round of edits, I was literally brought to tears. If you’re feeling stuck and tired of where you’re at with your online space, hire Savannah! I don’t know if I’ve ever invested in anything better for my business than her!
Kendra Vandervelde, Founder of kendra ruth photography
"I cried. The Brand Strategy was everything I didn’t know I needed. I can’t even count how many times I have come back to it and reread it just because of how beautiful it is and not in the sense of the way it looks, but in the way it feels."
You took everything I was thinking and put it all together but in the magical way you do. Literally sitting here in tears. Literal magic! (yes in the fantasy-like magic because what you bring to the table isn’t of this world) but it’s so beyond that. You have a gift and I’m so grateful to have gotten to experience it.
Allison triemstra, founder of alli l co
"Thank you Savannah for finally helping me get clear on my brand!"
In working through my business changes and rebranding, I realized I needed help. I was feeling overwhelmed with what I thought I wanted for my brand but wasn’t able to communicate it or even understand it entirely myself. I wasn’t able to wrap my head around this vision and I kept thinking it was clear, until it wasn’t, but that all changed the moment I began working with Savannah!
Barbra-Joi Mitchell, Founder of Picnics in the 6ix
Who it's for
✓ Photographers and creative founders who want to take ownership of their brand and build it themselves with structure, guidance, and clarity
✓ Designers who want a behind-the-scenes look into our brand strategy process and all-encompassing approach, looking at how ideas evolve, and how design decisions are made with meaning
✓ Multi-passionate creatives who feel emotionally disconnected and want to gain clarity around their overall brand direction and identity
If you’ve ever wished you could sit beside me while I build a brand, essentially, this is that experience.
This experience was designed for:
want a closer look?
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A note from savannah
Artist, creative founder & brand strategist
Like you, I know what it’s like to be deeply connected to your work – to feel that your brand is an extension of who you are. And that thought alone is what can make outsourcing feel difficult at times. When something holds so much meaning, it’s natural to want to stay close to it. Cultivating the Brand was created to give you the best of both worlds – the freedom to navigate it yourself, paired with the guidance and perspective of a brand strategist and designer. Because over the years, I’ve come to understand that we as humans experience constant shifts both internally and externally. We evolve and we grow. We live through new experiences, and we gain clarity. My work – and this workshop – exists to support you through those seasons of change. This is your space to explore that transition with clarity and intention, and to build a brand that can continue to grow alongside you.
"I have been singing your name from the rooftops! I think this is a super necessary workshop/experience to go through as a business owner, especially if you’re at a point of pivoting. It saves time, resources and helps you understand your true strengths and desires as a creative."
Golden Hour Photo Co.
